Air India Express begins daily flights from Sri Vijaya Puram to Bengaluru and Kolkata

Air India Express has commenced daily direct flights connecting Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) with Bengaluru and Kolkata, significantly enhancing connectivity to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The first flights departed on Sunday, with celebrations marking the launch at Sri Vijaya Puram Airport.

The inaugural flight to Kolkata departed at 8:35 am, followed by a flight to Bengaluru at 1:50 pm. Passengers were greeted with decorated check-in counters, sweets, and ceremonial boarding cards. Celebrations were echoed at Bengaluru and Kolkata airports, reflecting Air India Express’s commitment to fostering regional connectivity. Port Blair’s tourism sector stand to benefit immensely from these new routes. Local businesses anticipate increased trade and visitor flow, bolstering the city’s economic prospects. The expanded connectivity is expected to enhance access to major markets, particularly during peak tourist seasons.

Air India Express currently operates 21 weekly flights from Sri Vijaya Puram and plans to launch services to Chennai on January 1, 2025, with additional Kolkata flights starting December 15, 2024. With a rapidly growing fleet of 90 aircraft and over 400 daily flights, Air India Express continues its aggressive expansion, recently surpassing 50 destinations worldwide, including Bangkok, Dimapur, and Patna.