The stage is set for the grand finale of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) set to face Gujarat Titans (GT) in the title clash at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, May 31.
The toss is scheduled for 7:00 pm, while the match will begin at 7:30 pm. The blockbuster contest is expected to draw thousands of fans to the world's largest cricket stadium as RCB look to retain their crown against a formidable Gujarat Titans side.
Amid the anticipated surge in travel demand, Akasa Air has announced special match-day flights from Mumbai and Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, enabling cricket fans to attend the final and return home shortly after the match without requiring an overnight stay.
In a post on X, the airline said, "Special match-day flights between Mumbai, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad! Touch down in Ahmedabad well in time for the big game. Feel the adrenaline of the finals. Return home to Mumbai or Bengaluru soon after the match. Skip the overnight stay – just enjoy pure cricket action and seamless travels."
The Bengaluru-Ahmedabad flight will depart at 9:30 am on May 31 and arrive at 11:50 am. The return service will leave Ahmedabad at 4:10 am on June 1 and reach Bengaluru at 6:35 am.
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— Akasa Air (@AkasaAir) May 29, 2026
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Similarly, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad flight will depart from Navi Mumbai International Airport at 2:45 pm and arrive in Ahmedabad at 4:15 pm on May 31. The return flight is scheduled to leave Ahmedabad at 3:10 am on June 1 and land in Navi Mumbai at 4:45 am.
The special services are expected to be particularly attractive as hotel prices in Ahmedabad typically surge during major IPL fixtures.
Fans looking to attend the final can book tickets online through BookMyShow by searching for "IPL 2026 Final" and selecting the match at Narendra Modi Stadium. After choosing their preferred seating category and seats, payments can be completed through UPI, debit or credit cards, or net banking. Following a successful booking, fans will receive a confirmation required for collecting physical entry passes.
Ticket prices vary depending on seating location, stadium view and hospitality benefits. Budget-friendly upper-tier sections, including Blocks J and K, are generally priced between Rs 1,000 and Rs 4,000, while premium seating and hospitality packages are available at higher rates.
The live broadcast of the Indian Premier League 2026 final will be shown on the Star Sports Network, including Star Sports 2 HD/SD with English commentary. Viewers in India can also watch the match live online via the JioHotstar app and its official website.
