Air India, a full-service carrier owned by the Tata Group, has announced its plans to expand its services in Europe and add Amsterdam to its list of European destinations. The airline is all set to launch non-stop flights between Delhi and Amsterdam on June 11, 2023. This move will mark the airline’s eighth continental European city to be served and the fourth European destination to be connected from Delhi in the last four months.
#FlyAI: Say hello to Amsterdam as Air India becomes the only Indian airline to launch its newest non-stop route from Delhi to Amsterdam.
Bookings now open.
Flights take-off 11th June 2023.
#NonStopFlights #NonStopExperiences #DELAMS pic.twitter.com/Xq9r6EQv6f— Air India (@airindiain) May 8, 2023
Flight Schedule and Details
The new service between Delhi and Amsterdam will operate four times a week, on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, using a two-class Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft. The flight, accommodating 256 passengers across both classes, will depart from Delhi at 13:10 and arrive in Amsterdam at 18:35.
The return flight will depart from Amsterdam at 20:45 and arrive in Delhi at 07:55 (+1). The Business Class cabin will have 18 seats, each with fully flat beds, while the Economy Class cabin will have 238 seats.
| Flight No | Departure | Dep. Time | Arrival | Arr. Time | Frequency | Aircraft | Start Date |
| AI 155 | Delhi | 13:10 | Amsterdam | 18:35 | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Boeing 787 | June 11th |
| AI 156 | Amsterdam | 20:45 | Delhi | 07:55 (+1) | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Boeing 787 | June 11th |
The bookings for the flight are already open and can be made through the Air India website, mobile apps, travel agents, and other reservation channels.
Air India’s Expansion Plans
Air India’s recent expansion plans in Europe have been successful, with the addition of four European destinations from Delhi in the last four months.
The airline’s objective is to establish Delhi as a significant international hub, and the launch of this new non-stop flight to Amsterdam adds further breadth to its long-haul network, providing more options for customers.
The addition of Amsterdam brings the total number of non-stop flights between India and Europe to 77 per week.
Statement from Air India’s CEO
Campbell Wilson, CEO, and MD of Air India, stated that adding this new non-stop flight to Amsterdam supports the airline’s objective of establishing Delhi as a significant international hub. He also added that with the three other European routes started in recent months and others to come; this new service will provide more options for customers and add further breadth to the airline’s long-haul network.
Why is Air India’s expansion into Europe significant?
Establishing Delhi as a major international hub
Air India’s objective is to establish Delhi as a significant international hub. Adding Amsterdam to its list of European destinations brings the total number of non-stop flights between India and Europe to 77 per week, which is a step towards achieving its objective.
Providing more options for customers
Launching this new non-stop flight to Amsterdam provides more options for customers, who can now easily connect to other European cities from Delhi.
Catering to the needs of its customers
Air India is committed to expanding its services and catering to the needs of its customers. Adding Amsterdam to its list of European destinations is a positive development for the airline and its customers.
FAQs
What is Air India’s objective with its expansion plans in Europe?
Air India’s objective is to establish Delhi as a significant international hub.
How many European destinations has Air India added in the last four months?
Air India has added four European destinations from Delhi in the last four months.
How many non-stop flights between India and Europe are there per week?
With the addition of Amsterdam, the total number of non-stop flights between India and Europe is 77 per week.
How can customers book flights for the new non-stop service between Delhi and Amsterdam?
Customers can book their flights through the Air India website, mobile apps, travel agents, and other reservation channels.
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