Airlines

Indigo will access the American market via a codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines.

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The major tourist destinations that Indigo Airlines can serve are being explored, as well as the European areas. As it tries to assess the prospects with the Turkish Airlines codeshare agreement, the airline is now anticipating the US cities.

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According to the Money control Via an existing codeshare with Turkish Airlines, IndiGo has reportedly set its sights on the lucrative United States market. Turkish Airlines and IndiGo filed a joint application with the US Department of Transportation. Both airlines may utilize their own aircraft to meet the requirements, and Indigo may introduce new wide-body aircraft with the option of leasing Boeing 777, A330 neo, or Airbus A350 models. Flights to Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Newark, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington D.C. will be available for purchase through IndiGo.

Low-cost carrier IndiGo Airlines is situated in Gurugram, Haryana, India. In terms of both passenger volume and fleet size, it ranks among the biggest airlines in India. One of the world’s low-cost airlines with the quickest growth is IndiGo. The core principles of IndiGo are to provide reasonable pricing, punctual flights, and a friendly, stress-free travel experience. The airline connects 78 local and 26 overseas destinations with nearly 1800 daily flights through its fleet of more than 300 aircraft.

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With the assistance of Turkish Airlines, Indigo recently began exploring the European market. At the same time, Indigo also welcomed its first wide-body aircraft into service and gained access to some of the most sought-after destinations in European nations. As of right now, a portion is also being opened up for future use by Airbus A321 XLR and A321 Neo aircraft to access overseas destinations.

The airline now operates 300 aircraft, the bulk of which are Airbus models, along with 39 ATR models and one Boeing 777. (leased). Although just 10% of the fleet is now being used for international flights, additional aircraft may now be needed.

Airlines

Qatar Airways Adds Direct Toronto-Amritsar Flights with Stopover in Doha

Qatar Airways has made travel easier for passengers by announcing a new three-weekly non-stop service between Toronto, Canada, and Doha, Qatar, starting on December 11, 2024.

This new route provides seamless connectivity for travelers heading to Amritsar, offering a convenient alternative for the Punjabi diaspora in Toronto who wish to avoid the hassles of transiting through Delhi airport.

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In a joint press release, Anantdeep Singh Dhillon, FlyAmritsar Initiative North America Convener, and Sameep Singh Gumtala, Global Convener, highlighted that this new route addresses the long-standing demand for better travel options to Punjab.

With this service, Amritsar will now have ten weekly flights to Canada via Doha, making the journey simpler and more comfortable for travelers who previously had to deal with long road trips, multiple layovers, and extended check-ins.

Flight Schedule and Connectivity

The qatar air line from Amritsar will depart at 4:10 a.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 6:05 a.m. (local time). After a layover of 3 hours and 45 minutes, passengers will board the qatar airways flight from Doha to Toronto at 9:50 a.m. (local time) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, landing in Toronto the same day at 3:55 p.m. (local time).

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On the return journey, the qatar airlines will depart from Toronto at 8:00 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 4:30 p.m. (local time) the following day. From there, passengers will catch the connecting flight to Amritsar at 8:40 p.m. (local time), reaching their destination by 2:40 a.m. (local time). The total travel time qatar seatmap for the journey is approximately 20 hours and 10 minutes.

This new route is a significant relief for travelers who have often faced the challenges of long road journeys to Delhi, lengthy layovers, and multiple check-ins. By streamlining the travel process, qatar Airways ensures a smoother and faster journey, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers traveling between Canada and Punjab.