IndiGo Takes Flight: Connecting Mumbai to Manchester with New Long-Haul Service
IndiGo has launched its inaugural long-haul international flight from Mumbai to Manchester, marking a pivotal step in its global expansion strategy. The airline aims to enhance connectivity between India and Europe with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, offering flights thrice weekly and benefiting diverse traveler demographics.
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IndiGo, India's leading domestic airline, has embarked on its first long-haul international venture, with its inaugural flight from Mumbai touching down in Manchester on Tuesday.
This strategic launch signifies a major step for IndiGo as it transitions towards becoming a global player in the aviation market. Operating Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft thrice weekly, the service aims to strengthen ties between India and Northern England by enhancing accessibility.
The new route, facilitated through a partnership with Norwegian carrier Norse Atlantic Airways for aircraft leasing, will cater to business travelers, tourists, and the Indian diaspora, reinforcing economic and cultural links between the two regions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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