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IndiGo has announced daily direct flights between New Delhi and Guangzhou starting November 10, marking a significant revival of air connectivity between India and China. The flights will be operated using Airbus A320 aircraft, with convenient departure and arrival times for travelers. This move is expected to enhance economic and cultural exchanges between the two nations. The airline sees immense potential in reconnecting two of the world's most populous countries after a prolonged suspension of direct passenger flights.

Key Points: IndiGo Launches Delhi Guangzhou Direct Flights Nov 10

  • First direct flights between India and China since 2020
  • Daily A320 service connecting Delhi and Guangzhou
  • Flights scheduled for morning and evening routes
  • Potential to boost trade and cultural exchange
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IndiGo announces daily direct flights between New Delhi, China's Guangzhou from Nov 10

IndiGo introduces daily direct flights between New Delhi and Guangzhou, boosting India-China connectivity and economic opportunities.

IndiGo announces daily direct flights between New Delhi, China's Guangzhou from Nov 10
"We are pleased to enhance our connectivity to China with daily direct flights - Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales at IndiGo"

New Delhi, Oct 11

Low-cost airline IndiGo on Saturday announced new daily direct flights between New Delhi and China's Guangzhou from November 10.

The airline said that the route will be operated using IndiGo's Airbus A320 aircraft.

IndiGo has been among the first airlines to reinstate flights between India and China. It recently announced daily flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou starting October 26.

According to the airline, the flight from Delhi is scheduled to depart at 9.45 pm and arrive in Guangzhou at 4.40 am. The return flight from Guangzhou is scheduled to depart at 5.50 am and arrive in Delhi at 10.10 am.

Tickets for the route are now available on the IndiGo website.

"We are pleased to enhance our connectivity to China with daily direct flights between Delhi and Guangzhou, in addition to the recently resumed route from Kolkata. The resumption of operations between two of the world's most populous nations presents immense potential for cultural exchange and economic collaboration," said Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales at IndiGo.

With this launch, IndiGo connects China to its vast domestic and growing international network, via Guangzhou.

"We are confident that this will contribute towards acceleration of opportunities in trade, investment, tourism, and even education, between the two countries, while reinforcing our commitment to connect India to the world," Malhotra mentioned.

The announcement came after the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that India and China would restart direct flights between designated cities this month. There have been no direct passenger flights between the two countries since 2020, even though China remains India's biggest bilateral trade partner.

Aviation and trade experts believe the resumption of flights will help businesses on both sides by improving connectivity and will also support cultural and tourism exchanges, signalling a cautious easing of tensions between New Delhi and Beijing.

Earlier in the day, IndiGo also announced the launch of daily, direct service between Delhi and Hanoi, commencing from December 20, 2025. IndiGo will operate its Airbus A320 aircraft on this new route which will offer seamless connectivity from India's capital to one of Southeast Asia's most vibrant cultural and commercial hubs.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally! It's been 4 years since direct flights stopped. This will definitely boost trade relations. Many Indian businesses have been struggling with the logistics gap. Good move by IndiGo.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate better connectivity, I hope this doesn't mean we're ignoring the border issues. Business is important, but national security should remain our top priority. Cautious optimism here.
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Sarah B
As someone working in the education sector, this is fantastic! Many Indian students study in Chinese universities and having direct flights will make travel much easier and affordable. Great for educational exchange.
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Vikram M
The timing is perfect! Planning a business trip to Guangzhou next month. Will definitely check out IndiGo's rates. Hope they maintain their usual service quality on international routes too.
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Michael C
Good to see aviation ties normalizing. The flight schedule seems convenient - overnight flight to China and morning return. Smart planning by IndiGo. This will definitely help tourism between both countries.

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