Indigo strengthens connectivity on Buddhist network with the commencement of operations on Kolkata–Gaya, Kolkata–Patna, Kolkata–Varanasi and Gaya–Varanasi routes. An additional frequency on Kolkata–Varanasi route has also been added.
Flight schedule:
Flight No. | Departure | Arrival | Time of Departure | Time of Arrival | Frequency |
6E 7713 | Kolkata | Gaya | 0725 | 0905 | Daily |
6E 7714 | Gaya | Kolkata | 0925 | 1025 | Daily except Sunday |
6E 7715 | Kolkata | Gaya | 1110 | 1220 | Daily except Sunday |
6E 7714 | Gaya | Varanasi | 0925 | 1040 | Sunday |
6E 7725 | Varanasi | Gaya | 1125 | 1220 | Sunday |
6E 7715 | Gaya | Varanasi | 1240 | 1325 | Daily |
6E 7716 | Varanasi | Gaya | 1355 | 1450 | Daily |
6E 7716 | Gaya | Kolkata | 1510 | 1700 | Daily |
6E 7717 | Kolkata | Patna | 1730 | 1855 | Daily |
The launch of these new routes are expected to bolster the low-cost carrier’s ATR operations.
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.”
Aneri Shroff