Abu Dhabi:Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the introduction of new Air India Express services connecting Zayed International Airport with Amritsar and the relaunch of direct flights to Goa. These routes, which began operating on October 25, offer three weekly flights, enhancing air connectivity between Abu Dhabi and India.
According to Wam, Air India Express has significantly expanded its presence at Zayed International Airport over the past year. The airline has launched services to several Indian cities, including Guwahati, Indore, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Navi Mumbai, and Pune. With the addition of the new routes to Amritsar and Goa, Air India Express now operates approximately 160 weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and India, connecting 17 Indian cities directly with the emirate.
Amritsar, known as the Golden City, is a key cultural and commercial hub in Punjab, while Goa is renowned as a popular leisure destination in India. The new routes are expected to stimulate tourism, business travel, and personal visits between the UAE and India, providing more travel options for passengers.
Carsten Norland, Chief Commercial Officer of Abu Dhabi Airports, emphasized the importance of India as a market for Abu Dhabi. He stated that the launch of services to Amritsar and the return of flights to Goa strengthen the ties between the UAE and India and expand travel options for passengers.
Nipun Aggarwal, Chairman of Air India Express and Chief Commercial Officer of Air India, highlighted the airline's commitment to enhancing connectivity between India and the UAE. He noted that the new services reflect Air India Express's dedication to providing convenient travel options and supporting stronger community, cultural, and economic links between the two nations.