IndiGo Resumes Direct Flights Between Kolkata and Guangzhou After 4-Year Hiatus: Strengthening India-China Air Connectivity

Oct 27, 2025 02:20 am CST

Direct commercial flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou have resumed after a four-year suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic and diplomatic tensions. IndiGo's A320 Neo aircraft now provides daily non-stop service, carrying 176 passengers on its inaugural flight. This restoration strengthens business and tourism ties between India and China while reinforcing Kolkata's position as a key international aviation hub in eastern India.