The Bangalore International Airport Ltd, the operator of Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport), on Friday (June 7) announced that Air India will inaugurate non-stop services between Bengaluru and London Gatwick (LGW) starting August 18. According to the statement issued by BLR Airport, the new route will offer five weekly flights, enhancing connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.
“This exciting development marks Bengaluru as the first Indian city to have direct connectivity to the two largest airports in London – Heathrow and Gatwick, further reinforcing the strong economic and cultural ties between India and the UK,” BIAL said in a statement.
The introduction of this service responds to the growing demand for travel between Bengaluru and London, offering passengers convenient and direct flight options.
Satyaki Raghunath, Chief Operating Officer, BIAL, said, “This new route will boost trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. London is one of our busiest long-haul markets and the new service will allow our passengers to have a choice of airports in London to travel to.”
Source: Financial express