- Air India is now offering better connections from Australia to European cities like London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Paris, and Amsterdam, all through India, cutting down connection times to approximately 2 hours.
- The airline has started a campaign called ‘Via’ to emphasize these shorter connection times and to promote India as a top-tier hub.
SYDNEY, Feb. 26, 2025 — Air India has refined its flight network to provide quicker connections from Sydney and Melbourne in Australia to European destinations, including London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Paris, and Amsterdam, via India. This enhancement reduces connection times to around 2 hours. To highlight these improvements and showcase India as a world-class hub, the airline has launched a campaign named ‘Via.’
The updated flight schedule positions Air India as one of the fastest options for traveling between Australia and Europe, featuring convenient layover durations at Air India’s hub in Delhi.
“India’s strategic location and impressive airport infrastructure, along with Air India’s extensive route network, provide easy one-stop access for travelers moving from East to West and vice versa,” stated Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India.
Air India provides 7 weekly flights from both Sydney and Melbourne to Delhi, and from Delhi, it offers 24 weekly flights to London Heathrow, 14 weekly to Paris CDG, 14 weekly to Frankfurt, 7 weekly to Amsterdam, and 7 weekly to Milan.
Air India Improves the Transit Experience at Delhi Airport
Air India’s operations in Terminal 3 of Delhi Airport facilitate smooth same-terminal transfers for passengers flying from Australia to Europe. These terminals are known for their world-class design, architecture, and operational efficiency, enhanced by Indian heritage and cultural elements.
Business Class passengers, Maharaja Club members, and eligible Star Alliance members can use lounge services at these airports, ensuring optimal comfort and convenience during their layovers.
Air India Introduces ‘Via’ Marketing Initiative
Air India has initiated a marketing campaign called ‘Via,’ which will run until March, aiming to increase awareness among Australian travelers about the various destinations they can easily reach via India.
Flights can be booked on the airline’s official website, through the mobile app, by contacting the customer service center, at city and airport ticket offices, and through travel agents globally.
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About the Air India Group
The Air India Group, which includes the full-service global airline Air India and the low-cost regional carrier Air India Express, is leading a new chapter in Indian aviation. Air India’s story began in 1932 when JRD Tata piloted the airline’s first flight, opening up the skies for aviation in India. Today, the Air India Group employs over 30,000 people, operates more than 300 aircraft, and transports customers to 55 domestic and 48 international destinations across five continents.
After 70 years under Government ownership, Air India returned to the Tata Sons in 2022 and is currently undergoing a five-year transformation program called Vihaan.AI. As part of this transformation, Air India has placed an order for 570 new aircraft. In 2024, sister airlines Air Asia India and Vistara were successfully integrated into Air India Express and Air India, respectively. The airline also opened South Asia’s largest aviation training academy. A new flying school is scheduled to open in 2025, and construction of a new maintenance base is underway, with operations expected to begin in 2026. In addition to acquiring new aircraft, all existing aircraft are being fully refurbished internally.
With ongoing transformation across all areas of the business and India’s rich tradition of hospitality, Air India is dedicated to being a world-class global airline with an Indian soul.
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