As it continues to expand its global footprint, Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo has announced the launch of a new route, from Bengaluru to Abu Dhabi.

India’s largest airline and low-cost carrier, IndiGo, has announced new direct flight between Bengaluru and Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates. 

In a press statement, IndiGo says that commencing from August 1, the Bengaluru-Abu Dhabi flight will operate six times a week, serving as a gateway for Indian travellers to explore the island city and beyond, through IndiGo’s extensive network. 

With the launch of this new flight, IndiGo will now operate 75 weekly flights from Abu Dhabi to 10 cities in India, further strengthening connectivity to the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

“We are pleased to announce direct flights between Bengaluru and Abu-Dhabi. Bengaluru is the tenth city on IndiGo network to offer direct flights between Abu Dhabi and India. With the addition of these flights, IndiGo offers 75 weekly frequencies to Abu Dhabi and over 220 to the UAE. This new flight will further strengthen travel, trade and tourism between India and the UAE by offering smooth and convenient options for business as well as leisure. As India’s premier airline, we remain steadfast in our commitment to deliver an affordable, on-time, courteous and hassle-free travel experience,’’ says Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales, IndiGo.

IndiGo says that flight 6E 1438 will depart from Bengaluru every day except Tuesdays at 21:25 and reach Abu Dhabi at 23:30 the same day. On the return leg, flight 6E 1439 will depart from Abu Dhabi every day except Wednesdays at 00:30 and reach Bengaluru at 05:45 the same day.