Akasa Air adds Prayagraj as its 22nd destination

Delhi, 12th April 2024:

Akasa Air announced the addition of Prayagraj as the 22nd destination to its rapidly expanding network. Starting 25th May 2024, the airline will operate daily flights between Mumbai and Prayagraj to enhance connectivity and convenience between the two cities. The addition of Prayagraj is a significant milestone as it is the fourth city from Uttar Pradesh to be a part of Akasa Air’s network, strengthening its presence in North India.

Commenting on the announcement, Praveen Iyer, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer, Akasa Air said, “We are happy to introduce Prayagraj, as the 22nd destination, in our network. Known for its rich cultural heritage, Prayagraj is rated among the most popular tourist destinations in Uttar Pradesh and has been witnessing an uptick in domestic and international tourism, attracting travellers from around the world. The launch of daily flights from Mumbai will further augment economic activity in the region and provide enhanced connectivity options to travellers. As India’s fastest-growing airline, we are committed to bolstering economic progress by providing an affordable, on-time, and seamless flying experience.”

Commenting on the launch, Belson Coutinho, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing & Experience Officer, Akasa Air said, “We are thrilled to bring the Akasa experience to Prayagraj, a city of great historical and spiritual significance. As India’s most on time airline, service excellence is deeply embedded in Akasa Air’s DNA and we are proud to offer a variety of signature products and superior cabin experiences that are a testament to our commitment of providing a flying experience that is second to none”.

“Since our inception, we have received immense appreciation for our fresh in-cabin experience that allows passengers to stretch out with more legroom, indulge in our unique Café Akasa products, and opt in for category-defining offerings such as Pets on Akasa. Moreover, customers can enjoy greater flexibility with our Select Your Seat program and other enriched Add-Ons. As we expand our footprint, Akasa Air remains laser-focused on delivering an industry-leading customer experience”, he added.

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