Archive · 31 May 2025
IndiGo to Launch Direct Flights to London, Athens & 8 More Cities
IndiGo, a major airline, is expanding its international routes.
They plan to start direct flights to London, Athens, and eight other international cities this financial year.
New flights will start in July, with a focus on connecting more destinations.
IndiGo is also looking to make India a global hub for connecting flights.
They are leasing Boeing 787-9 aircraft for long-haul flights and have a high percentage of female pilots.
IndiGo will launch direct flights to London, Athens, and eight other international cities in the current fiscal year.
Flights to Manchester and Amsterdam from Mumbai will begin in July.
The airline is leasing six Boeing 787-9 aircraft for international operations.
IndiGo operates to over 90 domestic and 40 international destinations.
The airline is hosting the 81st Annual General Meeting of IATA in June.
- Who
- IndiGo
- What
- IndiGo is starting direct flights to new international destinations and expanding its fleet.
- When
- Current financial year, with some flights starting in July
- Where
- London, Athens, Manchester, Amsterdam, and other international locations
- Why
- To continue international expansion and build India as a connecting hub.
- New Destinations
- London, Athens, Manchester, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Siem Reap, & four Central Asia cities
- Fleet Expansion
- Will have over 600 aircraft by FY30
- Aircraft Type
- Boeing 787-9
- Female Pilots
- Approximately 15% of pilot strength
- Airline Revenue
- $10 billion
- International Traffic Share
- 45%
Sources
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