ABU DHABI- India’s largest low-cost carrier, IndiGo Airlines (6E), expands its international network with new direct flights to Abu Dhabi (AUH) from Mangaluru (IXE), Coimbatore (CJB), and Tiruchirappalli (TRZ).
The Mangaluru-Abu Dhabi route will operate daily starting August 9. Tiruchirappalli-Abu Dhabi flights will run four times a week from August 11. Coimbatore-Abu Dhabi service begins August 10 with three weekly flights.
IndiGo Abu Dhabi Flights
The airline recently announced a Bengaluru (BLR)-Abu Dhabi route, operating six times weekly from August 1, 2024. These additions boost IndiGo’s connectivity between south Indian cities and the UAE capital.
With these new routes, IndiGo now offers 89 weekly non-stop flights to Abu Dhabi from 13 Indian cities. Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales at IndiGo, emphasizes the convenience these flights provide for business and leisure travelers.
| Flight No. | Origin | Destination | Frequency | Effective | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E 1442 | Mangaluru | Abu Dhabi | Daily | Aug 09, 2024 | 21:40 | 23:40 |
| 6E 1443 | Abu Dhabi | Mangaluru | Daily | Aug 09, 2024 | 11:00 | 16:00 |
| 6E 1498 | Abu Dhabi | Coimbatore | Tue, Thu, Sat | Aug 10, 2024 | 0:40 | 6:25 |
| 6E 1497 | Coimbatore | Abu Dhabi | Tue, Thu, Sat | Aug 10, 2024 | 7:40 | 10:00 |
| 6E 1494 | Abu Dhabi | Tiruchirappalli | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Aug 11, 2024 | 0:55 | 6:30 |
| 6E 1493 | Tiruchirappalli | Abu Dhabi | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Aug 11, 2024 | 7:30 | 10:00 |
The expanded service aims to enhance travel options between India and the UAE. It opens up new opportunities for tourism and business exchanges between the two countries. The increased frequency and direct connections reduce travel time and improve accessibility for passengers.
Strong Demand between India and Gulf Countries
IndiGo’s expansion reflects the growing demand for air travel between India and the Middle East. It positions the airline to capitalize on the increasing economic and cultural ties between the regions. The new routes may stimulate economic growth in the connected cities by facilitating easier movement of people and goods.
This development strengthens IndiGo’s position in the international market, particularly in the Middle East sector. It demonstrates the airline’s strategy to tap into the potential of tier-2 Indian cities for international travel.
The expansion may intensify competition on these routes, potentially benefiting travelers with more choices and competitive fares.
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