The airline disclosed that there will be 15 extra flights from Delhi and 14 from Mumbai, catering to a combination of high-demand domestic routes and select international destinations.
Among the newly added international services are evening flights to Dubai, as well as a late-night route from Delhi to Bangkok. These enhancements aim to accommodate the influx of displaced passengers who are struggling to find available seats amid numerous cancellations.
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IndiGo’s current challenges arise from a mix of staff shortages and operational bottlenecks, leading to hundreds of flight cancellations nationwide.
Key hubs like Delhi and Mumbai have been facing overcrowding, lengthy queues, and considerable frustration from passengers. This turmoil has directly affected airfares, driving return ticket prices to unexpectedly high levels.
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SpiceJet is gearing up for a more extensive ramp-up in preparation for the winter travel season. The airline is reportedly adding multiple leased aircraft to its fleet, which will boost its daily operations.
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Meanwhile, industry analysts have suggested that SpiceJet’s expansion presents an opportunity for the airline to capture some market share and fortify its standing amidst this disruption. The new flights are particularly crucial with the festive season approaching and air travel anticipated to surge.
However, all airlines have advised passengers to verify schedules for any updates on their flight timings. Given the uncertainty surrounding the resumption of IndiGo’s operations, SpiceJet’s actions are set to provide temporary relief to travelers.
(Edited by : Jerome Anthony)