Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo has announced daily direct flights between Abu Dhabi the capital of United Arab Emirates and Chandigarh, the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana, starting from May 15.
In a press statement, IndiGo says that this new route is another step towards its international connectivity, with daily non-stop flights set to provide enhanced flight options, seamless connectivity, and ease of accessibility for businessmen and travellers commuting between India and the UAE.
The statement says that IndiGo flight 6E 1417 from Abu Dhabi will depart daily from May 15 at 22:15, to arrive in Chandigarh at 03:30. On the return leg, flight 6E 1418 will take off daily from May 16 from Chandigarh at 02:45 to arrive in Abu Dhabi at 05:15.
“We are pleased to announce direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Chandigarh. This new route will offer customers increased options to travel between the UAE and North India. With the addition of these flights, IndiGo will now operate 63 weekly flights to Abu Dhabi from nine cities in India, promoting travel, trade, tourism and fostering the abundant socio-cultural diversity between the two countries. IndiGo remains committed to delivering on its promise of affordable, on-time, courteous, and hassle-free travel experience across an unparalleled network,” says Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales, IndiGo.