Airlines, Railways Add Extra Services as Fans Rush to Ahmedabad for India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final

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Airlines, Railways Add Extra Services as Fans Rush to Ahmedabad for India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final

Airlines and railways are adding extra services as thousands of fans travel to Ahmedabad for the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. Special flights and trains have been introduced to manage the surge in demand for the March 8 clash.

Published by Abhishek Swain | March 07, 2026

Cricket fever is gripping the country as fans prepare to travel to Ahmedabad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final between the India national cricket team and the New Zealand national cricket team on March 8.

With the summit clash set to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the world’s largest cricket venue, travel demand has surged dramatically. Thousands of supporters are making last-minute plans to witness the high-stakes final, prompting airlines and railways to introduce additional services.

To accommodate the spike in travel demand,Air India Express and Akasa Air have announced special flights to Ahmedabad. Air India Express said it will operate additional flights from major cities including Delhi,Bengaluru,Mumbai, and Hyderabad.

Akasa Air has also introduced special direct flights between Mumbai and Ahmedabad on March 8 and March 9. The airline plans to add a festive touch to the journey, allowing passengers to follow live match updates during the flight through its SkyScore feature.

Railways have also stepped in to manage the rush. The Western Railway has announced two special trains between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, including one scheduled to run on match day to ensure fans can reach the city in time for the final.

The excitement surrounding the final is high after India secured a thrilling semifinal victory over England national cricket team, powered by a strong batting performance including an explosive innings from Sanju Samson.