IndiGo Adds Itanagar as Its 75th domestic Destination, with Flights Beginning on Nov 28

In an effort to enhance its connectivity in the northeast IndiGo, the Indian largest airline on Wednesday announced that it has added Hollongi, Itanagar as its 75th domestic and 101st overall destination in the 6E network.

IndiGo Flights to Hollongi, Itanagar

The airline will begin flights between Mumbai and Kolkata-Hollongi from Itanagar’s Donyi Polo Airport on November 28, 2022. (Hollongi). In addition, IndiGo also announced the addition of a second weekly frequency between Kolkata and Hollongi, which will begin on December 3, 2022.

Mr Sanjay Kumar, Chief Strategy and Revenue Office, IndiGo said;

“We are pleased to announce Itanagar (Hollongi), as the 75th destination on the 6E network. This will be IndiGo’s first destination in Arunachal Pradesh. Over the last few years, IndiGo has focused on increasing accessibility in the northeast and now connects seven out of eight states in the region.”

“The direct flights between Kolkata-Hollongi will connect Arunachal Pradesh to the rest of the country and international destinations on the 6E network. We will strive to stay true to our promise of affordable fares, on-time performance, courteous and hassle-free service, and connecting people with places they love.”

Hollongi Airport

The new airport in Hollongi, officially known as Donyi Polo Airport is located only 15 km away from the state capital, Itanagar (Hollongi).

The increased access to Itanagar (Hollongi), also known as the land of dawn-lit mountains will boost tourist footprint at destinations like Ita Fort, Jawaharlal Nehru Museum, Namdapha National Park, and places like Tawang, which is a beautiful town positioned between the Gudpi and Chong-Chung Mi ranges.

Travellers can explore the glacial lakes of Sangetser and Sela, meditate in the Taktsang Gompa, or go up the Gorichen Peak, which offers excellent views of the town below.