India by IndiGo: Opens Bhubaneswar-Dubai route for bookings on Utkal Divas
National, April 01, 2023: On the occasion of Utkal Divas, IndiGo, India’s leading carrier has announced and
opened booking for flights between Bhubaneswar and Dubai. The maiden international flight from
Bhubaneswar will take off from Biju Patnaik International Airport on May 15, 2023. IndiGo is working in
close collaboration with the Odisha government to commence international operations from Bhubaneswar,
strengthening connectivity from the state.
International flight operations will also commence from Bhubaneswar to two more destinations – Singapore
and Bangkok for which slots and other operational requirements are being finalized. Direct connectivity to
aviation hubs like Dubai, Singapore and Bangkok will help channelize the huge potential for economic
growth through enhanced accessibility. IndiGo recently won the bid to operate direct flights to these three
important gateways. As per the agreement, IndiGo will operate direct flight from Biju Patnaik International
Airport thrice a week. Inaugural ticket prices have been set to start at ₹10,000 per single side journey and
₹20,000 for round trip on the Bhubaneshwar – Dubai route.
Mr. Vinay Malhotra, Head Global Sales, IndiGo said, “We are pleased to announce the launch of maiden
international flights from Bhubaneswar, enhancing direct connectivity to key international destinations.
IndiGo has been at the forefront of enhancing international connectivity at affordable fares. The new direct
flights between Bhubaneswar-Dubai will reduce the need for travellers to connect to international
destinations through metro cities only. This will not only enable faster connectivity, enhanced accessibility
but also encourage trade and tourism in the state. This partnership between the government and private
enterprises is a great example as it will open up new opportunities for economic growth and create efficient
ways for people to travel. We will continue to explore more flight options for our customers and stay true to
our promise of courteous, hassle-free, on-time and affordable travel experience.”
Shri Naveen Patnaik, Chief Minister, Odisha said, “Connectivity is key to development, and it has been a
focus area of our government. Direct connectivity with Dubai which is one of the biggest aviation hubs will
open up a direct gateway to the world. Not only it will provide seamless connectivity but also it will have
huge multiplier effect on investment in Odisha in sectors like IT, manufacturing and tourism.”
Bhubaneswar, also known as “The Temple City of India”, draws pilgrims from all over the world. The city is
a tourist hotspot and boasts of beautiful temple architecture. There are numerous tourist attractions in the
city, including the Lingaraj Temple, Iskcon Temple, Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajarani Temple, and
Nandankanan Zoological Park. Bhubaneswar is also a major industrial city in Orissa, with a number of iron
and steel manufacturing plants.
Dubai, also known as the “Venice of the Gulf,” is the main commercial centre of the United Arab Emirates.
The city is also known for its high-end shopping, cutting-edge architecture, and nightlife. Furthermore,
Dubai is known for having the purest and most reliable source of gold. It is well-known for many tourist
attractions, such as the Burj Khalifa, the Burj Al Arab, the Dubai Fountain, the Dubai Mall, and many more.
It is also well-known for its luxurious hotels, including Atlantis, The Palm Jumeirah, and Rixos Premium
Dubai JMR.
These flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers who are constantly on the lookout for
new and affordable flying options to access destinations which help in building businesses and are known
for their tourist attractions. Customers who wish to plan their travel can book tickets via our official website
www.goIndiGo.in. The introduction of these flights will further bolster the airline’s international
connectivity.
Flight Schedule:
Flight No. Origin Destination Frequency Effective Departure Arrival
6E 1487 Bhubaneswar Dubai Mon, Wed, Fri May 15, 2023 18:30 21:45
6E 1488 Dubai Bhubaneswar Mon, Wed, Fri May 15, 2023 11:25 17:20
