IndiGo has resumed direct flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou, re-establishing passenger air connectivity between India and China after a five-year hiatus.

Daily Airbus service reconnects two nations

The first flight, operated by an Airbus A320, took off from Kolkata around 10 pm (IST) on Sunday and landed in Guangzhou at 4:05 am local time. The return flight reached Kolkata at 7:50 am (IST) on Monday. The service will operate daily, the airline confirmed.

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers said the airline is the first Indian carrier to restart non-stop services between the two cities, describing Guangzhou as “a major commercial hub.” He added that the new connection will “open doors for Chinese travellers and investors to explore India’s rich culture and growing markets,” strengthening bilate

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