Indian airlines will operate 8% more flights during the winter schedule, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Indigo will be operating the maximum number of domestic flights on a weekly basis.
Vistara, the top-rated airline in India, is set to connect Delhi and Bali with daily non-stop flights starting December 1, 2023. Offering a range of cabin classes and affordable fares, Vistara makes exploring this sought-after holiday destination even more accessible.
IndiGo, India's largest low-cost carrier, has expanded its global footprint with over 20 new international flights in the past six months. The new routes connect India to destinations in Central and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. IndiGo also has eight codeshare partnerships, providing passengers with even more travel options.
Akasa Air, India's newest low-cost carrier, has received approval from the government to operate international flights to Riyadh, Jeddah, Doha, and Kuwait. The airline expects to start international services soon, and is also in the process of placing a triple-digit aircraft order.
Air India has extended its suspension of scheduled flights to and from Tel Aviv until October 18 due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. While regular services are temporarily on hold, the airline is organizing chartered flights for Indian citizens in need.
Air India has stepped up to support travelers affected by the Israel-Palestine conflict with a one-time ticket waiver. This gesture allows passengers to reschedule or cancel their flights to and from Tel Aviv with ease.
The European Union is taking steps to make air travel more affordable for passengers, by urging airlines to offer free cabin luggage access to all travellers. This move could abolish baggage fees for millions of passengers, and make it easier for people to travel with hand luggage.
Aeroflot, Russia's flagship airline, is making a comeback with direct flights from Moscow and Ekaterinburg to Goa and Delhi, commencing September 30. This development promises to rekindle travel between Russia and India, offering travelers a gateway to sunny beaches, cultural wonders, and enhanced cargo connections.
Vietjet is set to enhance connections between Vietnam and India with the launch of direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Tiruchirappalli on November 2. This strategic move comes in response to a 200 percent increase in Indian travelers exploring Vietnam in the first half of 2023.
In a monumental stride towards resurrecting India's beloved Jet Airways, the Jalan Kalrock Consortium (JKC) has successfully met its INR 350 crore financial commitment. This achievement heralds the return of the iconic airline, promising a new era of premium air travel in the country.