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Airasia India announces 21 weekly direct flights between Surat and Bengaluru, Delhi and Kolkata

By Aiko TanakaIndia
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AIX Connect, a subsidiary of Air India, announced the launch of daily direct flights connecting Surat, Gujarat with Bengaluru, Delhi, and Kolkata, and connecting itineraries to Bhubaneswar, Kochi, Guwahati, Goa, Hyderabad, Ranchi, Bagdogra, Lucknow, Chennai, Jaipur, Visakhapatnam, Srinagar starting March 3, 2023. The addition of Surat, Gujarat, lays the foundation of the airline’s expansion plans in the region. The launch fares are ₹4,499 for Surat-Bengaluru, ₹4,299 for Surat-Delhi and ₹5,499 for Surat-Kolkata. Bookings can be made through the airline’s website www.airasia.co.in, mobile app and other major booking channels. Members of the Tata NeuPass rewards program can look forward to earning NeuCoins with every booking.

Airasia India will begin operations to and from Surat, with 21 weekly flights at convenient times. Surat is the second largest city of Gujarat and is known for its diamond-cutting and polishing industries. Surat is a thriving commercial center with a rich history and culture and offers a range of business opportunities, as well as a variety of tourist attractions, including temples, museums, gardens, and more.

Airasia India currently operates in two union territories and thirteen states, including Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Assam, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, and Manipur. The airline is committed to providing convenient and affordable travel options.

Talking about the launch of the new destination, Ankur Garg, Chief Commercial Officer, AIX Connect, added “We are excited to announce our network expansion in the west of India, to Surat, Gujarat. The city has shown a robust demand for business and SME travel, and we believe it has great potential for future growth. We will be offering 21 weekly direct flights connecting Surat with Bengaluru, Delhi, and Kolkata, providing our guests with convenient and enjoyable travel experiences.”

Questions & Answers

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Which entity is operating these new flights to and from Surat?

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AIX Connect, a subsidiary of Air India, is operating these new daily direct flights. Airasia India will begin operations to and from Surat with 21 weekly flights.

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What is the start date for these new direct flights connecting Surat?

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The new daily direct flights connecting Surat with Bengaluru, Delhi, and Kolkata, along with connecting itineraries, are scheduled to start on March 3, 2023.

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What are the cheapest launch fares mentioned for the new direct routes from Surat?

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The lowest launch fare is ₹4,299 for Surat-Delhi. Other fares include ₹4,499 for Surat-Bengaluru and ₹5,499 for Surat-Kolkata.

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