- The World Cup final notably increased domestic air traffic in India, reaching a record high of nearly 4.6 lakh flyers on Saturday, marking the highest single-day figure.
- Surprisingly, Diwali experienced lower daily flyer numbers, often below four lakh, due to airlines setting high advance fares, leading travelers to opt for premium train classes instead.
- Mumbai Airport achieved a historic milestone by handling its highest one-day traffic of 1,61,760 passengers on November 18, breaking previous records.
- Airlines initially increased advance booking fares for the festive season but later reduced prices during peak travel periods to attract budget-conscious travelers.