IndiGo to launch flights to Ayodhya

IndiGo has announced the addition of Ayodhya to its network. The sacred city will become the 86th domestic destination and 118th overall destination in the IndiGo network.

IndiGo will become the first carrier to operate from the soon to be inaugurated Maryada
Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport in Ayodhya. The airline will operate one-off services between Delhi and Ayodhya on 30th December 2023 and 6th January 2024 before commencing daily flights from 10th January 2024.

As of 10th January 2024, IndiGo will operate a daily service between Delhi and Ayodhya with the following timings:

• Delhi-Ayodhya
• Departure time: 11:55
• Arrival time: 13:15
• Flight time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
• Flight number: 6E2128
• Note: The one-off service on 6th January 2024 will also operate with this schedule (timings for the one-off service on 30th December 2023 not known)

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• Ayodhya-Delhi
• Departure time: 13:45
• Arrival time: 15:00
• Flight time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
• Flight number: 6E2129
• Note: The one-off service on 6th January 2024 will also operate with this schedule (timings for the one-off service on 30th December 2023 not known)

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Starting 11th January 2024, the low-cost carrier will operate a 3-weekly service between Ahmedabad and Ayodhya with the following schedule:

• Ahmedabad-Ayodhya
• Departure time: 09:10
• Arrival time: 11:00
• Flight time: 1 hour and 50 minutes
• Flight number: 6E6375
• Frequency: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

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• Ayodhya-Ahmedabad
• Departure time: 11:30
• Arrival time: 13:40
• Flight time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
• Flight number: 6E112
• Frequency: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

Flights will operate with A320 family aircraft.

We are delighted to announce the launch of
operations from IndiGo’s 86th domestic destination, Ayodhya. The new flights connecting Delhi-Ayodhya and Ahmedabad-Ayodhya will bring Ayodhya on the country’s aviation map. Given Ayodhya’s historical and cultural significance, our new flights will provide ease of access to the city for pilgrims as well as other tourists. As India’s leading carrier, it is our endeavour to provide our customers with seamless connectivity across the country and we are committed to delivering on our promise of providing
affordable, on-time, courteous, and hassle-free travel experiences.

said Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales, IndiGo.

With the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya scheduled for January 2024, the city is poised for a significant surge in travel activity.

Ayodhya stands as a city of profound historical and cultural importance in India. For centuries, it has been a cornerstone of religious devotion, serving as the sacred birthplace of Lord Rama. The city boasts a plethora of renowned ancient temples, ghats, and sacred sites that draw pilgrims and tourists from across the globe. Among these landmarks, the upcoming Ram Mandir holds a prominent place, which
is expected to attract worshippers from across the globe.

Featured image by IndiGo

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