Today, Akasa Air, the airline with the fastest rate of growth in India, achieved a noteworthy milestone by starting the first-ever daily direct route from Mumbai to Abu Dhabi, therefore extending its global reach. The first aircraft is expected to arrive at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi at 18:50 IST, having left Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport at 17:05 IST.
Akasa Air Launches Direct Mumbai-Abu Dhabi Flights: 10 Key Points To Know
- Milestone Achievement: Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, launched its first-ever daily direct route from Mumbai to Abu Dhabi.
- First Flight Details: The inaugural flight is set to arrive at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi at 18:50 IST, departing from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport at 17:05 IST.
- Commemorative Ceremony: A ceremony at Mumbai airport included the lighting of a ceremonial lamp and presenting a unique boarding permit to the first passenger.
- Affordable Travel: The new route offers travelers a reliable, affordable, and convenient option for flying between India and the UAE.
- Expansion of Global Network: Neelu Khatri, co-founder and SVP of international at Akasa Air, expressed delight at Abu Dhabi becoming the airline’s fourth international destination.
- Strategic Importance: Praveen Iyer, co-founder, and CCO, highlighted Abu Dhabi’s appeal to tourists and its significant Indian diaspora, noting the city’s growing commercial potential.
- Customer Experience: Belson Coutinho, co-founder and CMO, emphasized Akasa Air’s commitment to exceptional customer service and unique onboard dining options through Café Akasa.
- Akasa Holidays: Travelers can take advantage of fully inclusive and bespoke holiday packages offered by Akasa Holidays.
- International Expansion: Since its international debut in March 2024, Akasa Air has expanded to Doha, Riyadh, and Abu Dhabi, with plans for flights to Jeddah and operations in Kuwait and Medina.
- Current Reach: Including Abu Dhabi, Akasa Air now serves four international destinations and 22 domestic locations.
In a ceremony conducted at the airport in Mumbai, the Executive Committee of Akasa Air and representatives from Mumbai International Airport Limited commemorated this historic occasion by lighting a ceremonial lamp and giving the first passenger a unique boarding permit.
With the opening of this route, travelers now have a dependable, reasonably priced, and easy way to go from India to the United Arab Emirates. Neelu Khatri, co-founder and senior vice president of international at Akasa Air, commented on the launch and showed her delight, saying, “We are happy to begin operations from Abu Dhabi, the fourth international destination on our rapidly growing global network.” With this introduction, air travel connections between India and the UAE will be strengthened, giving travelers more convenient and reasonably priced alternatives.
Co-founder and chief commercial officer Praveen Iyer emphasized the strategic significance of the new route, saying, “Abu Dhabi offers unique tourist experiences and is home to a significant Indian diaspora.” Overseas business tourists are drawn to the city by its expanding commercial potential. With this growth, we will be able to provide dependable service and reasonably priced tickets to suit the growing demand for air travel between India and the UAE.
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“We are excited to bring the Akasa experience to Abu Dhabi,” said Belson Coutinho, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing and Experience Officer, emphasizing Akasa Air’s dedication to providing exceptional customer service. Our staff makes sure you have a friendly and enjoyable experience, and our onboard dining service, Café Akasa, provides distinctive gastronomic selections. With Akasa Holidays, vacationers may also take advantage of fully included and bespoke holiday packages.
With planned flights to Jeddah, Akasa Air has significantly extended its worldwide reach since making its international debut in March 2024. The airline now operates flights to Doha, Riyadh, and Abu Dhabi. Additionally, the airline has obtained permission to operate in Kuwait and Medina, and it intends to expand its global network even further.
With the addition of Abu Dhabi, the airline now serves four foreign destinations in addition to 22 local locations.
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