Currently, there’s only one direct flight service between Bhubaneswar, the city in the state of Odisha in India and Dubai. However, with the arrival of October 24, the only direct connection between the two cities, which is serviced by IndiGo, is expected to be discontinued. As revealed in a report by Travelbizmonitor, the service that runs thrice in a week might be discontinued and here’s all about it.
IndiGo To Stop Bhubaneswar-Dubai Service
It was recently revealed that IndiGo plans to discontinue its services between Bhubaneswar and Dubai from October 24. The direct service, which is operated thrice a week, offers passengers in Odisha a convenient way to travel internationally to the UAE. As it happens, this decision is expected to not only affect leisure but also business travellers as well. Many people relied on this route for faster connectivity. However, it’s worth mentioning that the airline has not issued any official statement, which explains (or confirms) the reason behind the suspension of flights.
Missing Charter From Schedule After October 24
In fact, it is also worth noting that this update comes from AeroRoutes, which showcases how the Bhubaneswar-Dubai flight does not appear in the operational list of IndiGo after October 24. This omission is being used by several publications as a confirmation that the service is being halted. However, it should also be noted that the route has been considered as an important link for promoting tourism and trade ties between the state of Odisha and the Gulf region.
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Official Statement Awaited
For many trips, the route also reduces travel time significantly compared to alternative connections. With these flights, it is a convenient way to travel to the Middle East. It should be noted that travel agents are also keeping a close eye on the situation, so that those who have booked flights after October 24, can make alternative arrangements if the need arises.
Although the speculation is still going on, the fisher confirmation from Indigo is still awaited. As mentioned previously, the speculation is rising due to the missing charter from the schedule. So, it’s only fair to wait and see what comes with the official statement.
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