Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), is set to expand its presence in India by launching daily flights between Chennai and Singapore starting November 5, 2023. This announcement reaffirms Scoot’s commitment to providing affordable, seamless, and unique travel experiences while ensuring convenient access to major cities via Singapore.
The newly introduced direct flight service will be operated on Scoot’s Airbus A320 aircraft, enhancing international accessibility to and from Chennai. This development aims to connect domestic business and leisure travellers from Chennai to Scoot’s extensive network across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe.
At a media event in Chennai, Scoot’s General Manager for India and West Asia, Mr Brian Torrey, shared insights into the airline’s optimism regarding the Indian market and discussed future plans and developments as a leading low-cost carrier.
Flight Schedule and Details
The new daily flight service between Chennai and Singapore will be available as follows:
Flight No. | Route | Frequency | Departure | Arrival | Aircraft Fleet |
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TR578 | Singapore – Chennai | Daily | 22:20 hrs | 23:50 hrs | Airbus A320 |
TR579 | Chennai – Singapore | Daily | 00:35 hrs | 07:20 hrs | Airbus A320 |
This new service will provide passengers with a convenient and reliable option for travel between Chennai and Singapore, further strengthening the connectivity between the two cities.
Expanding Footprint in India
With the addition of Chennai, Scoot now serves six destinations in India, including Amritsar, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, Trivandrum, and Visakhapatnam. The airline’s expansion in India underscores its commitment to catering to the rising demand for air travel and providing Indian travellers with a wide range of destinations to explore.
Mr. Brian Torrey, General Manager, India, Scoot, expressed his enthusiasm about this development, stating, “India has always been an important market for Scoot, and we are thrilled to commence daily operations to and from Chennai. We are committed to serving the growing demand for travel in this market and connecting travellers from the capital city of Tamil Nadu to Scoot’s extensive network beyond Singapore, such as Melbourne, Hanoi, Bangkok, Seoul, and even Guangzhou. Be it a business traveller seeking convenience or a leisure traveller searching for their next vacation destination, Scoot is looking forward to welcoming all Indian travellers on board soon.”
Scoot’s commitment to providing affordable air travel options and connecting Indian travellers to a vast network of international destinations reaffirms its position as a leading low-cost carrier in the region. As the airline continues to expand its operations and footprint, travellers can expect more options and greater accessibility to their preferred destinations.
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