Ayodhya Flights: In a bid to provide seamless connectivity to the pilgrims, Air India has announced three new flights from Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata to the city of Ayodhya. The inaugural Air India flight will commence on December 30 between Delhi and Ayodhya. Later, the regular flights from Kolkata and Bengaluru will start from January 17.
The direct flight between these stations and Ayodhya will significantly reduce the travel time for pilgrims wanting to visit the temple town of Uttar Pradesh.
Notably, the Ayodhya Airport, recently named ‘Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham’, will also be inaugurated on December 30 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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Flight Schedule: Bengaluru To Ayodhya
The inaugural Bengaluru-Ayodhya flight is scheduled for January 17, departing at 08:05 and arriving in Ayodhya at 10:35. The return flight from Ayodhya will take off at 15:40 and reach Bengaluru at 18:10.
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Flight Schedule: Kolkata To Ayodhya
On the Ayodhya-Kolkata route, the flight will leave Ayodhya at 11:05, reaching Kolkata at 12:50. The return journey from Kolkata to Ayodhya is set to depart at 13:25 and land in Ayodhya at 15:10.
– Inaugural Bengaluru-Ayodhya flight: Jan 17, 08:05 departure, 10:35 arrival
– Return: Ayodhya to Bengaluru, 15:40 departure, 18:10 arrival
– Ayodhya-Kolkata route: Ayodhya to Kolkata, 11:05 departure, 12:50 arrival
– Return: Kolkata to Ayodhya, 13:25 departure, 15:10 arrival
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“Our dedication to expanding connectivity throughout India remains steadfast, driven by our expanding fleet. The introduction of non-stop services connecting Ayodhya to Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata underscores this commitment.”
“As pivotal hubs in our network, Bengaluru and Kolkata will serve as gateways to Ayodhya, providing pilgrims from South India and Eastern India with convenient one-stop itineraries,” Dr Ankur Garg, chief commercial officer, of Air India Express, said.
The airline has released the timetable for tri-weekly direct flights connecting Ayodhya, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Reservations can be made via the airline’s acclaimed mobile app, website airindiaexpress.com, and other prominent booking platforms.
