Star Air operates ~12 aircraft as of May 2026. Below is the detailed breakdown by aircraft type.
| Aircraft | Count | Capacity | Primary use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer ERJ-145 | 7 | 50 seats (3-2) | Regional Tier-2/3 routes |
| Embraer E175 | 5 | 78 seats | Higher-density regional + new metro routes |
Star Air's fare structure offers 3 tiers that vary in baggage, meal, and flexibility benefits.
| Tier | Cabin | Check-in | Meal | Seat | Change fee | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Saver Budget regional travel |
7 kg | 15 kg | Buy on-board | Paid | ₹2,500 | No |
| Star Flex Most regional trips with flex |
7 kg | 15 kg | Snack | Free | Zero (1 free) | Partial |
| Star Plus Business regional travel |
10 kg | 20 kg | Hot snack | Free + priority | Zero | Yes |
Star Air is a smaller carrier not always reported in DGCA's top-4-metro OTP snapshot. Internal data (and partial DGCA tracking for routes touching BLR/BOM) place OTP around 76–78% — comparable to AIX, somewhat below IndiGo. Smaller fleet = less buffer for disruption.
Star Air has had zero accidents since operations began in 2019. The Embraer ERJ-145 is a globally proven 50-seat regional jet (operated by 100+ airlines). The newer Embraer E175 is also a widely operated type with a clean safety record. The airline operates under DGCA oversight and holds standard certifications.
Primary channels: 0900-789-1010, customer@starair.in, @starair_in Twitter. Smaller carrier means smaller customer-service team — coverage hours are slightly narrower (typically 6 AM to 11 PM rather than 24×7). Complaint volume is low because passenger numbers are small. Refunds typically process in 7–21 days.
18 domestic destinations from Bengaluru and Mumbai hubs. Key Tier-2/3 routes: Hubli, Belgaum, Kolhapur, Surat, Ajmer, Jamshedpur, Indore, Nashik, Tirupati, Salem. Strong UDAN scheme participation — many routes are subsidised under the regional connectivity programme.
Domestic: 7 kg cabin + 15 kg check-in (Saver/Flex), 20 kg (Plus). Excess: ₹500/kg at airport. ATR/Embraer aircraft have smaller overhead bins — strict on cabin baggage size.
Alliance Air has a much larger ATR fleet and serves more UDAN routes — but Star Air's ERJ-145 has a real legroom and no-middle-seat advantage. Both are regional specialists; pick by route + fare.
IndiGo's ATR network is much larger (45 ATRs) and integrates seamlessly with the wider IndiGo schedule. Star Air wins on niche routes IndiGo skips.
SpiceJet Q400 has higher capacity (78) and lower seat cost; Star Air ERJ-145 has the no-middle-seat product. Reliability favours Star Air.
Yes. Star Air has had zero accidents since operations began in 2019 and operates globally proven Embraer ERJ-145 + E175 aircraft. The airline is DGCA-certified.
Embraer ERJ-145 (50-seat, 3-2 seating, no middle seat) and Embraer E175 (78-seat). Both are regional jets — quieter and faster than turboprops like the ATR.
Star Air operates from Mumbai (BOM) and Bangalore (BLR) as hubs — yes, it serves Mumbai. Direct Delhi flights are limited; many Star Air routes connect through BLR or BOM.
Domestic: 7 kg cabin + 15 kg check-in (Saver/Flex), 20 kg (Plus). Excess baggage is ₹500/kg. Cabin baggage rules are strict due to smaller overhead bins on regional jets.
Yes — Star Air is part of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, a diversified business group based in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The airline operates as Sanjay Ghodawat Aviation Pvt. Ltd.
Both are regional specialists. Alliance Air has a much larger ATR turboprop fleet + wider UDAN coverage but slower aircraft. Star Air has fewer routes but the jet (ERJ-145 / E175) is faster + has no middle seat on the ERJ-145. Pick by route availability + your jet vs turboprop preference.
Star Air does one thing well: connect Tier-2/3 Indian cities with a jet product (no middle seat on the ERJ-145). For its niche, it's the right airline. The new E175 fleet additions are gradually expanding coverage. For mainstream travel, fly the majors; for niche regional connectivity, give Star Air a try.