Vistara, a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, has announced the launch of direct flight services between Mumbai and London Heathrow, starting June 1.
Vistara, a full-service carrier, is expanding its operations by launching direct flight services between Mumbai and London Heathrow. This move comes as part of Vistara’s expansion plans in the European market.
Flight Details
The new route will be operated five times a week with a Dreamliner Boeing 787-9 aircraft in a three-class configuration – business, premium economy, and economy. The flight schedule is as follows:
| Flight No. | Start Date | Days of Operation | From | Departure | To | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK 15 | 1-Jun-23 | Thu, Fri | Mumbai | 14:30 | London | 19:45 |
| UK 16 | 1-Jun-23 | Tue, Thu | London | 22:05 | Mumbai | 11:00 +1 |
| UK 16 | 2-Jun-23 | Fri, Sun | London | 21:55 | Mumbai | 11:00 +1 |
| UK 15 | 4-Jun-23 | Tue, Sun | Mumbai | 14:30 | London | 19:55 |
| UK 15 | 5-Jun-23 | Monday | Mumbai | 13:50 | London | 19:10 |
| UK 16 | 5-Jun-23 | Monday | London | 20:55 | Mumbai | 10:15 +1 |
Ticket Pricing
According to Vistara, the return fares for Mumbai-London-Mumbai start at INR 57,799 all-inclusive. Additionally, the airline is also operating direct flights between London and Delhi, with all-inclusive round-trip fares for Delhi-London-Delhi starting at INR 67,199 and all-inclusive round-trip fares for London-Delhi-London starting at GBP 559.
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Vistara’s Expansion Plan in the European Market
With this new route, Vistara plans to expand further into the European market with a gradual increase in its widebody fleet going forward. According to Vinod Kannan, CEO at Vistara, “Mumbai-London will be our fourth route to Europe after connecting Frankfurt, Paris, and London with Delhi. This additional gateway also offers our customers more options and flexibility with their travel itineraries.”
Vistara’s Merger with Air India
The airline has been in discussions with Tata Group-owned Air India to merge, which will increase its presence in the Indian aviation market.
Fleet Expansion and Booking Details
Vistara also stated that it intends to expand its presence in Europe, particularly by adding more wide-body aircraft to its fleet in the coming months. In the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the airline has taken several steps to ensure a safe and comfortable travel experience for its passengers. Bookings for flights are gradually becoming available through all channels, including the airline’s website, mobile app, and travel agents.
Conclusion
Vistara’s launch of direct flight services between Mumbai and London Heathrow provides customers with more options and flexibility in their travel plans, while also strengthening the airline’s position as a leading player in the Indian aviation market. With its expansion plans in the European market and merger discussions with Air India, Vistara is poised for further growth in the aviation industry.
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