IndiGo Starts Direct Flights Between Mumbai And Ras Al Khaimah, Making It 100th Destination

Starting on September 22, 2022, IndiGo, the leading low-cost airline in India has started operating new, daily direct flights between Mumbai and Ras Al Khaimah. Ras Al Khaimah is the 11th location in the Middle East and 100th overall in the 6E network. 

Ras Al Khaimah was also named as Gulf Tourism Capital for the years 2020 and 2021 by Gulf Cooperation Council.

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport’s operator and managing body greeted the arrival of the first IndiGo flight from Mumbai. As it rolled up to the terminal, the aircraft was saluted with a ceremonial water cannon salute.

IndiGo Mumbai-Ras AL Khaimah Flight Schedule

According to 6E 1371 has scheduled to depart from Mumbai (BOM) Terminal 2 at 23:05 and arrive in Ras AL Khaimah (RKT) at 00:35.

Mr Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo said;

“We are very pleased to commence this first direct connection between Mumbai and Ras Al-Khaimah. For IndiGo, this is the 100thdestination in the 6E network and our fourth Emirate. Ras Al-Khaimah, which is known for its bright agricultural surroundings, is also focused on becoming the regional leader in sustainable tourism, which aligns well with our overall focus on sustainability. In vast and diverse India, IndiGo already serves an unparalleled 74 cities and communities throughout the nation. This new route, warmly welcomed by our customers and authorities, further enhances connectivity in the region as envisioned in IndiGo’s strategy.”

Ras Al Khaimah offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience where visitors can sense the Emirate’s beating heart across a variety of landscapes from the sea and beach, desert, and mountain range. It is one of Time magazine’s World’s Greatest Places of 2022.

Ras Al Khaimah, with its more than 7,000 years of fascinating history, customs, and culture, promises an authentic and accessible Arabian experience. Ras Al KhaimahEmirate, a haven of year-round sunshine and nature, offers world-class hotels and attractions, pristine beaches, lush mangrove trees, and terracotta dunes, in addition to fertile, green oases and the dramatic, breath-taking views of the majestic Hajar mountains, which include the UAE’s highest mountain peak, Jebel Jais.

The Jais Adventure Park, located in Jebel Jais, is a gateway to attractions such as Jais Flight, the world’s longest zipline, Jais Sky Tour, a series of six exhilarating ziplines stretching 5km, Jais Sledder, the region’s longest toboggan ride, and numerous hiking opportunities.

These flights are intended for business and leisure travellers who are constantly looking for new and affordable flying options to access destinations that aid in business development and are known for their tourist attractions.