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IndiGo Expands Horizons with Turkish Airlines to Helsinki, Stockholm, Oslo

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IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced the expansion of codeshare connections to Helsinki, Stockholm, and Oslo via Istanbul in collaboration with Turkish Airlines.

The connections to Helsinki and Stockholm will be operational on November 23, 2023, while Oslo will be operational beginning on November 17, 2023. These additions improve connectivity to northern Europe by providing Customers have access to 42 additional destinations beyond Istanbul.

These flights are being introduced to meet the needs of business and leisure travelers looking for new and affordable ways to get to destinations that facilitate business development and provide tourist attractions. Customers who want to plan their trip can do so on the official website, www.goIndiGo.in. This new connection will help the airline’s international connectivity even more.

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PIA Reinstates Manchester and Paris Routes After EU Ban Lift

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced plans to resume flights to Europe starting in January, beginning with Paris as its first destination.

The decision follows the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) removal of a long-standing ban on the airline. PIA’s inaugural flight to Paris is scheduled for January 10, with bookings opening on December 9.

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In an official statement, PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan confirmed that the first flight schedule has been approved, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery efforts. The EU ban had previously cost PIA approximately Rs40 billion ($144 million) annually in lost revenue, compounding its financial struggles.

With European operations restarting, PIA is now setting its sights on the United Kingdom. The airline plans to seek approval from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to resume flights to major British cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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These routes are anticipated to see high demand once necessary clearances are obtained. The lifting of the EU ban represents a key achievement for PIA as it works to rebuild its international network and regain its standing in the global aviation market.

By restoring flights to Europe and aiming for UK destinations, PIA is taking critical steps toward recovering lost ground and improving its financial outlook.