Media Release
Mangaluru, Aug 10: Mangaluru International Airport with IndiGo, has connected this port city in coastal Karnataka to Abu Dhabi, the capital the United Arab Emirates. Starting on August 9, IndiGo is operating this flight daily, making it the second overseas destination of the airline from Mangaluru, after Dubai.
Young Nandika V, the first flyer to check-in on this inaugural flight, with her mother, was the cynosure of all eyes at the launch event. Nandika not only got the opportunity to light the ceremonial lamp with the Airport and Airline leadership team, but also receive the first boarding pass and a goody bag from the Airline. She joined the airline staff in cutting a ceremonial cake. Flight 6e 1442, skippered by Capt Viqar Yaseen, departed for Abu Dhabi at 2140 hours with 180 passengers aboard.
The departure hall of Mangaluru Airport wore a festive look for the launch of the inaugural flight. With this, IXE now has two daily flights to Abu Dhabi. Air India Express operates the other daily flight.
“The launch of this new flight is a testament to the close working relationship between the airline and the airport operator. It enables the people of the region easy access to the world,” the airport spokesperson said. On August 10, IXE accorded the traditional water canon salute to the maiden IndiGo Abu Dhabi-Mangaluru flight.
Mangaluru International Airport currently connects to eight Middle East destinations and six domestic destinations.
About Mangaluru International Airport
Mangaluru International Airport is managed by Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, the flagship company of the globally diversified Adani Group. AAHL aims to converge India’s biggest cities in a hub and spoke model through the Group's proven strength in developing and managing complex transport & logistics hubs.
With a strong understanding of modern-day mobility requirements, the Adani Group’s vision for Mangaluru International Airport is to develop it as the most preferred tier-II airport in Karnataka for both passengers and cargo. While championing sustainable growth through excellence in customer experience, keeping efficiency and stakeholder relationship at core.