DELHI WINTER FLIGHTS
Delhi Airport’s T3 to boost international capacity by 50% this winter
Indira Gandhi International Airport's Terminal 3 is expanding its international passenger handling capacity by 50% this winter, increasing from 2 crore to 3 crore annually. This expansion involves converting a domestic pier for international use, expected to be completed by December. With runway repairs and Terminal 2 reopening, IGIA will become India's first airport exceeding 10 CPA.
Etihad launches winter sale for Indian travellers with up to 30% discounts on flights to Europe, US
Etihad Airways has launched a “Winter Sale,” offering up to 30% off Economy tickets from India to global destinations until September 11, for travel through March 2026. Reduced fares are available to cities like Paris, Madrid, Zurich, Boston, Atlanta, and Chicago. Fares start at ₹43,230 for Bengaluru to Paris.
Why Modi’s chat with China’s command centre Cai Qi, not Xi, may decide what happens next
While Modi's handshake with Xi grabbed headlines, his meeting with Cai Qi, a key Politburo member, signals a potential shift in India-China relations. Cai's role in implementing policy makes him crucial for progress on trade, travel, and border issues. The emphasis on independent ties, free from third-country influence, suggests a recalibration of Delhi's approach to Beijing.
Flying from Noida? New airport to charge passengers up to Rs 980
Noida International Airport, expected to inaugurate in October 2025, will levy user development fees ranging from Rs 210 to Rs 980. AERA has set these ad-hoc tariffs, lower than proposed, until March 2026. The airport anticipates primarily domestic traffic initially, projecting significant growth in both domestic and international passenger numbers by FY 2030, complementing Delhi's IGIA.
Indian airlines seek fair play as Europe squeezes slots
Indian airlines are facing difficulties in securing slots at key international airports. Amsterdam and London Heathrow are posing challenges. This restricts their ability to fully utilize allocated flying rights. IndiGo's Amsterdam flight faces uncertainty. Air India also encountered slot issues previously. The airlines are urging government intervention to ensure fair access. They want a level playing field with foreign carriers.
Delhi to see its first-ever artificial rain to combat air pollution in July
Delhi is gearing up for its first artificial rain initiative between July 4 and 11, aiming to combat air pollution. The Environment Department, under Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, is pioneering this effort, with IIT Kanpur providing the cloud-seeding technology. Despite past criticisms, the government emphasizes its commitment to clean air, finalizing plans for the trial after securing necessary approvals.
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Air India international flight cancelled? Try these alternate airlines and routes
Following the tragic crash of flight AI171, Air India is reducing international services by 15% on its Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft until July 15, 2025. This decision stems from enhanced safety checks ordered by the DGCA and airspace restrictions in the Middle East. Passengers will receive advance notice of changes, with options for rebooking or refunds.
Air India gears up for fog season, allows no cost rescheduling and cancellation of flights
Air India has implemented measures to mitigate flight disruptions during the North Indian fog season. These include adjusted flight schedules, increased CAT-3 trained pilots, and additional airport staff. A 'Fog Care' initiative allows passengers to reschedule or cancel Delhi flights without penalty. Similar measures were announced by IndiGo airlines, citing visibility and operational challenges during winter.
Winter is coming! Airlines unlikely to meet rising passenger demand
Domestic airlines in India are set to operate 25,007 flights per week this winter, a modest 5.37% increase over last year. Despite a 46% capacity boost from Air India Express, overall growth is hampered by SpiceJet’s 38% reduction and ongoing supply chain issues delaying new aircraft deliveries.
Air Canada offers non-stop flight from Toronto to Mumbai
Air Canada will operate 25 weekly flights this winter from Canada to India, offering a total of 7,400 seats each week. This includes up to 11 weekly flights from Toronto to Delhi and Mumbai, daily flights from Montreal to Delhi, and daily flights to Delhi from Western Canada via London Heathrow, the airline said in a statement.
Indian carriers to operate 22,907 weekly domestic flights in summer schedule
As many as 11 airlines will be operating domestic services, with maximum weekly flights by IndiGo at 11,465. Among the 11 airlines, Alliance Air, Air Asia, SpiceJet and Vistara will be operating fewer flights in the upcoming summer schedule compared to the 2022 winter schedule, which is from October 28, 2022 to March 25, 2023.
Brace for flight delays as fog hits North India
According to sources, runway visibility at Delhi airport dropped to 100 metres with almost nil visibility this morning.
3 flights diverted due to fog at Delhi airport
Giving an update on flight operations at 7 am, the airport official said there was dense fog but no "flight has been cancelled" yet.
Air India to connect Mumbai with New York, resume Frankfurt services
The winter schedule of airlines in the country starts from the last Sunday of October and remains in force till the last week of March, after which, the summer schedule comes into effect.
No relief from IGI crowding, flight crunch this winter
The infra crunch at India's busiest airport was supposed to have eased in the upcoming season, with its three runways handling six more flights every hour.
More flights to be operated this winter
Winter schedule for the Indian airlines will commence from October 30 this year and will go up to the last week of March 2017.
Air India rejigs domestic flight operations for winter
As part of the winter schedule, the airline has also added capacity on certain routes by replacing Airbus A319s with A320s, among others.
SpiceJet announces additional flights for winter schedule
SpiceJet announced to enhance its air connectivity on several trunk routes, including Delhi and Mumbai, and launch a new flight service between Goa and Ahmedabad.
AirAsia, Vistara seek to double winter flights from October
Airlines have sought to operate 13,951 flights a week during the six-month winter schedule compared with 12,533 flights a week in the summer season.
Airfares during winter months set to remain low
Airlines have sought to operate 13,951 flights a week during the Winter Schedule compared to 12,533 flights a week during the Current summer schedule.
Less no of flight diversions at IGIA this winter: Government
The flight cancellations too declined by 53 per cent to 39 in the period between December 1, 2014 and January 5 this year, an official release said.
SpiceJet, IndiGo to operate more flights this winter
No-frills carriers SpiceJet and IndiGo would operate over 20 per cent additional flights this winter than they flew in 2012.
Foreign tourist influx, festive season may see airfares soar this winter
What is worse, the domestic flights' demand will be high as the weak rupee has turned India into an attractive destination this winter.
DGCA rejects Kingfisher Airlines' winter schedule
DGCA has rejected giving an approval to the winter schedule of flights for Kingfisher Airlines, a government statement said on Wednesday.
Austrian Airlines to add Mumbai on network
Expanding its operations in India, Austrian Airlines has decided to add Mumbai as new a destination on its network and increase the number of flights to Vienna from the national capital during this winter.
Govt to be tough with airlines on delays
The decision was taken at a meeting attended by senior officials of Civil Aviation Ministry and representatives of various airlines.
Not-on-time airlines could lose airport slots
The coordination committee for slot selection on Monday advised airlines to operate red eye flights using vacant slots between 11 pm and 5am.
Airlines asked to operate night flights also in winter
With foggy winter season approaching, the Civil Aviation Ministry has finalised the winter schedule asking all airlines to operate night flights to ease pressure during daytime operations.
AI gears up for winter with stand-by aircraft
If you happen to be one of the stranded air passengers this winter following flight cancellations due to fog, help is at hand.
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