international flights
Air India Seeks China's Military Airspace Access Amid Mounting Losses from Pakistan Ban
Nov 19, 2025 07:04 pm CST
Air India is lobbying the Indian government to negotiate access to China's restricted military airspace in Xinjiang to create shorter flight routes, as the airline faces annual losses of $455 million due to Pakistan's airspace ban. The carrier seeks permission to use routes near Hotan to restore viability of its long-haul flights to North America and Europe, while also requesting temporary subsidies and resolution of legacy tax issues worth $725 million.
Air India Resumes Delhi-Shanghai Direct Flights After Six Years: Strengthening India-China Air Connectivity
Nov 17, 2025 09:35 pm CST
Air India announces the return of non-stop flights between Delhi and Shanghai starting February 2026, marking its comeback to mainland China after nearly six years. The airline will operate four weekly flights using Boeing 787-8 aircraft and plans to introduce Mumbai-Shanghai services later in 2026, facilitating renewed business, trade, and cultural exchanges between the two economic powerhouses.
IndiGo Resumes Operations from Delhi Airport's Terminal 2: Complete Terminal Distribution Guide for Travelers
Oct 21, 2025 08:15 pm CST
IndiGo announces resumption of operations from Delhi Airport's Terminal 2 starting October 26, implementing a new terminal distribution plan across T1, T2, and T3 to enhance passenger convenience. The airline will operate specific flight numbers from each terminal and is also launching new daily direct flights between New Delhi and Guangzhou, China from November 10, marking a significant step in restoring India-China air connectivity.
Air India Launches Direct Flights from Delhi to Manila: Expanding Southeast Asian Connectivity
Oct 02, 2025 02:12 am CST
Air India has inaugurated direct flight services between Delhi and Manila, operating five times weekly with Airbus A321LR aircraft offering three-class cabin configurations. This expansion boosts Air India's Southeast Asian network to eight destinations across seven countries, strengthening connections between India and the Philippines.