IndiGo inducts its second wide-body Boeing 777 aircraft, to operate on Mumbai-Istanbul route

IndiGo, the country's largest carrier, has inducted its second Boeing 777 aircraft, on damp lease. According to the company, the aircraft will be operated to and fro on the Mumbai - Istanbul route from today, i.e. May 17, 2023, onwards. 

The Boeing 777 aircraft has a seating capacity of 400 passengers in a dual-class configuration with 24 business and 376 in economy class. IndiGo inducted its first wide-body Boeing 777 aircraft on February 01, 2023 and it is being operated on the Delhi- Istanbul route. IndiGo is inducting these aircraft to cater to the rising demand for international travel from India.

“We are pleased to induct our second Boeing 777 aircraft on damp lease, which will operate on the Mumbai-Istanbul route. Through this addition, we are delivering on our promise to provide more convenient travel options for people looking to travel between India and Europe this summer. Istanbul being a key stop, is also connecting 33 European destinations via our codeshare connectivity. The new aircraft will not only increase capacity on the route but also help in keeping the fares affordable. We are continuously reassuring our customers by delivering on our commitment of being on-time, affordable, courteous, and providing hassle-free connectivity across an unparalleled network,” Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo said.

Through its codeshare arrangement with Turkish Airlines, IndiGo has been adding connections to European destinations over the last few months. These codeshare connections provide access to countries including Bulgaria, Spain, the Netherlands, Greece, Belgium, Hungary, Denmark, the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, Malta, France, the Czech Republic, Israel, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Portugal, and Edinburgh.

These flights will 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.