Akasa Air has ortified its position in the aviation sector with the addition of Ayodhya as its 18th destination in the burgeoning domestic network. The airline announces the commencement of daily flights connecting Ayodhya to Pune and Delhi, providing seamless travel options for passengers. Flight operations are set to commence on February 15, 2024, and travellers can now book flights through various channels, including Akasa Air’s website, mobile apps, and leading online travel agencies (OTAs).The strategic decision to include Ayodhya in Akasa Air’s network aligns with the airline’s commitment to enhancing domestic operations and offering affordable transportation links to travellers visiting the city.
Praveen Iyer, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Akasa Air, expressed, “Akasa Air was established with the mission to connect people, cultures, and regions, and the addition of Ayodhya to our expanding network is a testament to our commitment. By linking Ayodhya with major hubs like Delhi and Pune, we aim to provide easy access to travellers, fostering economic growth, trade, and regional development. At Akasa Air, we continuously strive to offer seamless travel options, reliable operations, and a warm customer experience at affordable fares.”
Since its launch in August 2022, Akasa Air has served over 6.3 million passengers, connecting 18 cities across India, including Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Delhi, Guwahati, Agartala, Pune, Lucknow, Goa, Hyderabad, Varanasi, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Port Blair, and now, Ayodhya. Bookings for flights on Akasa Air are available through its website, mobile apps, travel agents, and various OTAs across the country.
The flight schedule includes two flights operated by QP airlines. The first flight, QP 1607, departs from Pune at 8:50 am and arrives at Delhi at 10:55 am. This flight operates daily starting from February 15, 2024. From Delhi, the same flight departs at 11:35 am and arrives at Ayodhya at 12:55 pm.
The second flight, QP 1608, departs from Ayodhya at 1:35 pm and arrives at Delhi at 3:05 pm. This flight also operates daily. From Delhi, the same flight departs at 3:45 pm and arrives at Pune at 5:50 pm.