IndiGo Expands Horizons: Direct Flights to Central Asian Cities on the Horizon
IndiGo, India's leading airline, announces plans to launch direct flights to Almaty (Kazakhstan), Tashkent (Uzbekistan), and Tbilisi (Georgia). This expansion aims to enhance connectivity between India and Central Asia, facilitating easier access for travelers, boosting tourism, and strengthening business opportunities. The move aligns with IndiGo's strategy to expand its international presence and is expected to reduce travel time, increase convenience for passengers, and potentially stimulate competition in the aviation sector for Central Asian routes.
IndiGo Boosts Wide-Body Fleet with Additional 30 Airbus A350-900 Orders
IndiGo has signed an MoU with Airbus for 30 additional A350-900 aircraft, bringing its total order to 60. The new wide-body planes are expected for delivery from 2035 onwards. Alongside this fleet expansion, IndiGo plans to launch flights to 10 new international destinations within the current fiscal year, significantly enhancing its global presence.
31May 25
IndiGo Expands Network: New Mumbai-Adampur Daily Flights from July 2025
IndiGo is introducing daily direct flights between Mumbai and Adampur (Jalandhar) starting July 2, 2025. This expansion makes Adampur IndiGo's 92nd domestic and 133rd overall destination. The new route aims to enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel time, stimulate trade, and boost tourism in Punjab. It aligns with India's regional connectivity scheme and IndiGo's strategy to expand into underserved markets.
30May 25
IndiGo CEO Pledges Compliance with Government Regulations on Turkish Airlines Wet Leasing
IndiGo, India's largest airline, has pledged to adhere to government regulations regarding wet-leased aircraft from Turkish Airlines amid increased scrutiny. CEO Pieter Elbers affirmed the airline's commitment to compliance. The civil aviation ministry is gathering input from IndiGo and security agencies on the matter, prompted by recent geopolitical tensions involving Turkey. This situation could potentially impact IndiGo's fleet strategy and its relationship with Turkish Airlines.
30May 25
DGCA Grants IndiGo Final 3-Month Extension for Turkish Airlines Aircraft Lease
IndiGo has been granted a final three-month extension by the DGCA for its damp lease of two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft from Turkish Airlines. The extension is conditional on IndiGo terminating the lease within this period and not seeking further extensions. The DGCA cited passenger convenience as the reason for approval. This decision reflects IndiGo's temporary capacity management strategy and its commitment to regulatory compliance.
30May 25
IndiGo's Global Expansion: New Routes Planned and DGCA Extension for Leased Boeing Aircraft
IndiGo, India's leading low-cost carrier, has announced plans to add 10 new international destinations by March 2026, aiming to increase its international operations to 40% of total capacity within five years. The airline will lease six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to support this growth, marking a departure from its all-Airbus fleet. IndiGo expects its fleet to exceed 600 aircraft by 2030, with Airbus A350s joining from 2027. The DGCA has granted a three-month extension for IndiGo to operate two leased Boeing 777 aircraft until August 31, 2025. The carrier also plans to add four new domestic destinations.