This new route will offer five weekly
flights, enhancing connectivity for both business and leisure travelers. This exciting development makes Bengaluru
the first Indian city with direct flights to both of London’s major airports,
Heathrow and Gatwick, further strengthening the robust economic and cultural
ties between India and the UK.
Satyaki
Raghunath, Chief Operating Officer at Bengaluru International Airport Limited
(BIAL), said, “We are thrilled about this new
development, which strengthens our ongoing partnership with Air India and
greatly enhances our connectivity to London. This new route will boost trade,
tourism, and cultural exchange. London is one of our busiest long-haul markets
and the new service will allow our passengers have a choice of airports in
London to travel to. We look forward to
adding more destinations to our network, thereby reinforcing our position as
the Gateway to South and Central India.
Campbell Wilson,
Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Air India, said, “This new route caters to the growing demand
for travel between these two important business and leisure destinations, and
strengthens our commitment to expanding our global network.”
Air India will operate its Boeing 787 Dreamliner on
this route, featuring 18 flat beds in Business class and 238 spacious seats in
Economy. The new service addresses the growing
demand for travel between Bengaluru and London, offering passengers convenient
and direct flight options. This route aligns with BLR Airport’s vision to
provide world-class travel experiences and solidify its position as a key
gateway for international travel. We
encourage all travelers to take advantage of this convenient new route and
experience the seamless travel options now available from BLR Airport.