DELHI- India’s largest carrier, IndiGo (6E) Airlines, is venturing into Central Asia by introducing flights to Tashkent (TAS), Uzbekistan, marking the airline’s 31st international and 110th total destination.
Starting September 22, 2023, IndiGo will initiate four weekly non-stop flights connecting Delhi (DEL) and Tashkent. This strategic move aims to cater to the rising demand for travel to this vibrant city.
IndiGo Delhi Tashkent Flights
Establishing this direct link is anticipated to bolster trade and cultivate more robust economic and cultural connections between India and Uzbekistan.
Vinay Malhotra, who holds the Head of Global Sales position at IndiGo, expressed his excitement. He stated,
“We are elated to unveil the remarkable addition of Tashkent to our 6E network, marking our 31st international destination. As both the capital and the largest city of Uzbekistan, Tashkent holds a special place as a cultural center and a historic point along the renowned Great Silk Trade Route. This vibrant city entices travelers with an array of timeless attractions at Central Asia’s heart.”
Vinay Malhotra
“Positioned in the northeastern region of Uzbekistan, proximate to the Kazakhstan border, this venture serves as an entry point for Indian travelers to immerse themselves in the captivating allure of Uzbekistan, fostering meaningful connections in trade and culture between our two nations. He added that IndiGo is unwavering in its commitment to providing budget-friendly, punctual, courteous, and seamless travel experiences throughout our unparalleled network.”.
Vinay Malhotra
Flight Details
| Flight No. | Origin | Destination | Frequency | Effective | Departure | Arrival |
| 6E 1805 | Delhi | Tashkent | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Sept 22, 2023 | 20:50 | 23:25 |
| 6E 1806 | Tashkent | Delhi | Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Sept 23, 2023 | 01:05 | 05:10 |
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Rapid Expansion
In July 2023, IndiGo carried more than 76 lakh passengers, which eats up 63.4 percent of the pie. The on-time performance of the carrier remained higher and was around 86.8%.
IndiGo has been rapidly expanding its network; the airline has recently added flights to various international destinations. This includes Delhi-Baku, Ahmedabad-Abu Dhabi, Jeddah, Delhi-Tbilisi, Mumbai-Jakarta, Mumbai-Nairobi, etc.
IndiGo Airlines is also engaged in discussions regarding the potential purchase of Boeing’s 787 family of twin-aisle planes.
Livemint earlier reported that the competition for IndiGo (6E) Airline’s widebody aircraft order had been narrowed down to two contenders. Either the Boeing 787 Dreamliner or the Airbus A330.
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