IndiGo awarded Best Domestic Airline by FICCI

 IndiGo, India’s leading airline, received the ‘Best Domestic Airline’ Award at FICCI’s first edition of Travel and Tourism Excellence Award which was held in Delhi. In a step to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship in the space of Travel & Tourism, the award recognised various states, organizations and individuals for their contributions towards the overall growth of the Travel & Tourism industry.

Receiving this award, Mr. William Boulter, Chief Commercial Office, IndiGo said, “It is our absolute honour to be recognised by the top business organisation in the country. Being the first ones to hold the title of the ‘Best Domestic Airline’ is not only celebratory, but it is also encouraging for us to strive to be the best consistently”.

Mr. Boulter further added, “Travel and Tourism sector is one of the key growth drivers and employment generators for the Indian economy. Such an accolade being presented by a prestigious institution can act as a huge driving force for individuals and organisations to catalyse growth in this sector”.

The Travel and Tourism Excellence Awards have been conceptualized with an aim to recognize various states, organizations and individuals for their contributions towards the overall growth of the Travel & Tourism industry.

Methodology

FICCI Travel and Tourism Excellence Awards 2019 comprised of 46 award categories (http://www.ficcitraveltourismawards.com). Ernst & Young LLP was the knowledge partner for the awards. The winners were selected by a panel of jury comprising key stakeholders from the Travel and Tourism sector.

IndiGo inaugurates flights to Gaya

IndiGo inaugurates flights to Gaya; strengthens connectivity on the Buddhist circuit

-          Commences twelve new non-stop daily and weekly flights between Kolkata, Patna, Gaya and Varanasi

 India’s leading airline, IndiGo, today initiated operations on the Buddhist circuit by inaugurating 12 new flights on Kolkata - Gaya, Kolkata – Patna, Kolkata – Varanasi and Gaya - Varanasi routes along with additional frequency on Kolkata - Varanasi route. The new routes will be serviced by an ATR-18 aircraft.

Mr. William Boulter, Chief Commercial Officer, IndiGo said, “We are delighted to inaugurate our flights to Gaya, connecting the Buddhist circuit. We are already experiencing a great demand from domestic customers on these routes. Our international connections from Kolkata to Myanmar and Vietnam, will further provide a fillip to the tourism economy in the region, with more international travellers flying in to experience the rich Buddhist history and spirituality in India. We will continue to create more affordable, point-to-point connectivity for our passengers, while offering an on-time, courteous and hassle-free service to our customers.”

New flight schedules are:

Flight No.	Frequency	Origin	Departure	Destination	Arrival	Eff Date	Fares (INR)
6E 7713	Daily	Kolkata	07:25	Gaya	09:05	8-Aug-19	1999
6E 7714	Daily except Sunday	Gaya	09:25	Kolkata	10:25	8-Aug-19	1999
6E 7715	Daily except Sunday	Kolkata	11:10	Gaya	12:20	8-Aug-19	1999
6E 7714	Sunday	Gaya	09:25	Varanasi	10:40	8-Aug-19	1499
6E 7725	Sunday	Varanasi	11:25	Gaya	12:20	8-Aug-19	1499
6E 7715	Daily	Gaya	12:40	Varanasi	13:25	8-Aug-19	1499
6E 7716	Daily	Varanasi	13:55	Gaya	14:50	8-Aug-19	1499
6E 7716	Daily	Gaya	15:10	Kolkata	17:00	8-Aug-19	1999
6E 7717	Daily	Kolkata	17:30	Patna	18:55	8-Aug-19	1826

These new flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options. The introduction of these flights will further strengthen the airline’s ATR operations. Customers who wish to plan their travel can book tickets via official website www.goindigo.in. All destinations available here.

IndiGo enhances connectivity in Tier II cities

IndiGo enhances connectivity in Tier II cities; announces 6 new flights including 4 UDAN routes

-          Effective June 22, 2019, 6E to operate its first frequency on 6 routes, 4 of which will operate under UDAN

-          Flights to enhance connectivity to and from Kolkata, Allahabad, Raipur and Jabalpur

 India’s largest airline, IndiGo, today announced the launch of 6 new connections including operations on 4 RCS routes, effective June 22, 2019. The routes under the Regional Connectivity Scheme include Kolkata-Allahabad, Allahabad-Kolkata, Raipur-Allahabad, Allahabad-Raipur. IndiGo continues to strengthen its domestic connectivity with new flights between Kolkata, Allahabad, Raipur and Jabalpur, while developing regional hubs at Allahabad and Kolkata. The new routes will be serviced by an ATR aircraft.

The new flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options. Customers who wish to plan their travel can book tickets via our official website www.goindigo.in. The introduction of these flights will further bolster the airline’s connectivity in the Tier II cities with fares starting from INR 1,999.

Mr. William Boulter, Chief Commercial Officer, IndiGo said, “We are pleased to have the opportunity to be able to fly on these RCS routes and enhance connectivity amongst the Tier II cities including Kolkata, Allahabad, Raipur and Jabalpur. Launching flights on these routes will enhance our point to point connectivity, enabling customers to save both time and money.”

Mr. Boulter further added, “IndiGo will continue to expand its network to meet the requirements of both business and leisure travellers. It is our constant endeavour to provide more flexibility of choice to our customers as IndiGo continues to offer them on-time, affordable, courteous and hassle-free flying experience always.”

New flight schedules:

Flight No.	Origin	Destination	Frequency	Effective	Departure	Arrival	Fare (in INR)
6E 7988	Kolkata	Allahabad	Daily	22-Jun-19	06:45	09:25	1999
6E 7993	Allahabad	Kolkata	Daily	22-Jun-19	14:10	16:10	1999
6E 7991	Raipur	Allahabad	Daily	22-Jun-19	12:20	13:50	1999
6E 7989	Allahabad	Raipur	Daily	22-Jun-19	10:05	12:00	1999
6E 7234	Kolkata	Jabalpur	Daily	22-Jun-19	16:45	19:05	2999
6E 7235	Jabalpur	Kolkata	Daily	22-Jun-19	19:50	22:10	2999

IndiGo announces Kannur as its 67th destination

IndiGo announces Kannur as its 67^th destination

-       Effective January 25, 2019, IndiGo to operate its first daily non-stop flights connecting Kannur with Hyderabad, Chennai and Hubli

-       Bookings open with fares starting at INR 1999

In line with its growth strategy to build a large and profitable air transportation network for our country, IndiGo has announced Kannur as its 67th destination. Effective January 2019, the low-cost airline will operate daily non-stop return flights from Kannur to Hyderabad, Chennai and Hubli.

The new flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options. Customers who wish to plan their travel can book tickets via our official website www.goindigo.in. The introduction of these flights will further strengthen the airline’s operations, and will provide connectivity between Kannur and other key cities with all-inclusive fares starting from INR 1999.

Mr. William Boulter, Chief Commercial Officer, IndiGo said,“We are pleased to have the opportunity to fly out of the new airport in Kannur starting January 2019. Kannur will be the 67^th destination on our growing network and starting operations will further strengthen the air connectivity from Northern Kerala.  IndiGo will operate daily non-stop return flights from Kannur to Hyderabad, Chennai and Hubli. These new services will benefit our customers with more flying options and will also boost tourism stemming from nearby regional destinations including Kasaragod and Wayanadin Kerala, and Coorg in Karnataka”.

Mr. Boulter further added, “IndiGo will continue to expand its network to meet the requirements of both business and leisure travelers wherever they demand it. It is our constant endeavor to provide more flexibility of choice to our customers as IndiGo continues to offer them on-time, courteous and hassle-free service, and an affordable flying experience always”.

New flight schedules are:

Flight No.	Origin	Destination	Frequency	Departure	Arrival	Fares, INR
6E 7166	Kannur	Hyderabad	Daily	09:15	11:00	2599
6E 7167	Hyderabad	Kannur	Daily	11:35	13:25	2599
6E 7972	Kannur	Chennai	Daily	13:45	15:20	2499
6E 7971	Chennai	Kannur	Daily	16:00	17:30	2499
6E 7979	Kannur	Hubli	Daily	17:50	19:05	1999
6E 7981	Hubli	Kannur	Daily	19:25	20:45	1999

About IndiGo

IndiGo is amongst the fastest growing low-cost carriers in the world. IndiGo has a simple philosophy: offer fares that are low, flights that are on time, and a courteous, hassle-free travel experience. With its fleet of 200aircraft including Airbus A320 and 12 ATR aircraft, the airline offers over 1300 daily flights and connects 52 domestic destinations and 15 international destinations.