IndiGo strengthens connectivity in the northeast, with addition of Itanagar as its 75th domestic destination
Posted 10 November 2022
National, November 09, 2022: In-line with its vision to enhance connectivity in the northeast, IndiGo, India’s leading carrier, announced Itanagar as its 75th domestic and 101st overall destination in the 6E network. The airline will commence flights between Mumbai-Kolkata-Itanagar effective November 28, 2022, from Donyi Polo Airport in Itanagar. It also announced a second weekly frequency between Kolkata and Itanagar commencing on December 03, 2022.
Mr. Sanjay Kumar, Chief Strategy and Revenue Office, IndiGo said, “We are pleased to announce Itanagar , as the 75th destination on the 6E network. This will be IndiGo’s first destination in Arunachal Pradesh. Over the last few years IndiGo has focused on increasing accessibility in the northeast and now connects seven out of eight states in the region. The direct flights between Kolkata-Itanagar, will connect Arunachal Pradesh to the rest of the country and international destinations on the 6E network. We will strive to stay true to our promise of affordable fares, on-time performance, courteous and hassle-free service, connecting people with places they love.”
The newly airport in Itanagar, officially known as Donyi Polo Airport is located only 15 km away from the state capital, Itanagar. The increased access to Itanagar, also known as the land of dawn-lit mountains will boost tourist footprint at destinations like Ita Fort, Jawaharlal Nehru Museum, Namdapha National Park, and places like Tawang, which is a beautiful town positioned between the Gudpi and Chong-Chung Mi ranges. Travellers can explore the glacial lakes of Sangetser and Sela, meditate in the Taktsang Gompa, or go up the Gorichen Peak, which offers excellent views of the town below.
These flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options to access destinations which help in building businesses and are known for their tourist attractions. Customers who wish to plan their travel can book tickets via our official website- www.goindigo.in/domestic-flights/flights-to-itanagar.html. The introduction of these flights will further bolster the airline’s international connectivity.
| Flight No. | Frequency | Destination | Origin | Effective | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E 6749 | Daily except Wed | Mumbai | Itanagar | 28-Nov-22 | 7:40 | 12:35 |
| 6E 5312 | Daily except Wed | Itanagar | Mumbai | 28-Nov-22 | 13:05 | 18:45 |
| 6E 6749 | Daily except Wed | Kolkata | Itanagar | 28-Nov-22 | 11:05 | 12:35 |
| 6E 5312 | Daily except Wed | Itanagar | Kolkata | 28-Nov-22 | 13:05 | 15:00 |
| 6E 0861 | Wednesday | Kolkata | Itanagar | 3-Dec-22 | 8:55 | 10:30 |
| 6E 0376 | Wednesday | Itanagar | Kolkata | 3-Dec-22 | 11:10 | 13:10 |
About IndiGo
IndiGo is amongst the fastest growing low-cost carriers in the world. IndiGo has a simple philosophy: offer fares that are low, flights that are on time, offering a courteous, hygienic, and hassle-free travel experience. With its fleet of 275+ aircraft, the airline is operating over 1600 daily flights and connecting 75 domestic destinations and 26 international destinations. For more information, please visit www.goIndiGo.in or download our mobile app.
