Overview

• IndiGo commenced thrice-weekly Mumbai–Amsterdam flights on July 2 using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, marking its second long-haul route after the Mumbai–Manchester launch
• The airline operates both European services three times a week with damp-leased 787-9s featuring seatback entertainment, one included checked bag and complimentary hot meals
• Return economy fares begin at about £426 and Stretch cabin tickets at £870, offering larger seats and free alcoholic drinks
• A Metro-Dynamics study forecasts that the Manchester link will boost Northwest England’s exports by £32.9 million and annual visitor spending by £11.8 million, creating 250 local jobs
• IndiGo is leasing six 787-9s from Norse Atlantic while awaiting delivery of 60 Airbus A350-900s and future A321XLRs from 2027 to establish its own long-haul fleet