India’s finest full-service carrier is slated to operate special, non-stop flights between Delhi and London Heathrow from 28 August to 30 September 2020. Vistara which is a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines have introduced these flights as part of the bilateral ‘transport bubble’ formed between India and the UK.
During this period, the airlines will fly thrice a week between the two cities - on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The one-way fares from Delhi to London start from INR 29,912 (approximately £300) in Economy Class, INR 44,449 (£460) in Premuim Economy, and INR 77,373 (£800) in Business Class.
Vistara is also seeking necessary regulatory approvals to soon operate similar special flights to Paris, France and Frankfurt, Germany. Commenting on the new operations, Mr. Leslie Thng, Chief Executive Officer, Vistara, said, “As the world starts opening up in a phased manner following an extended global lockdown, these special flights give us the privilege of facilitating travel between the two countries. We are confident that travellers will appreciate having the choice of flying India’s only five-star airline to and from London, which also upholds the highest standards of safety and hygiene.
“The arrival of our second Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner further strengthens our fleet and underlines our commitment to expanding globally. There is an inherent need for an Indian carrier with modern fleet, world-class cabin products and onboard service to fly non-stop on long-haul routes. Our Dreamliner aircraft help us distinguish our offering and give us a competitive edge in the market.”
Bearing in mind the health and safety guidelines around Covid-19, Vistara’s cabin crew will wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and avoid all non-essential interaction with passengers. Aircraft interiors will be deep-cleaned after every flight using approved cleaning agents - a procedure that includes thorough sanitization of all surfaces such as seats, touchscreens, overhead bins, seatbelts, tray tables, galleys, etc.
Bookings for these flights are being progressively opened on all channels, including Vistara’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents.
