IndiGo Adds More Flights to its New Long-Haul Destinations with 787s

MUMBAI- India’s largest LCC, IndiGo Airlines (6E), has quietly updated its booking engine with plans to increase flight frequencies on its international routes starting September 22, 2025.

The airline will enhance services to Manchester (MAN) and Amsterdam (AMS) from Mumbai (BOM), while also boosting the Bangalore (BLR)-Mauritius (MRU) route.

This move is also noted by senior route network planner Behramjee Ghadially on LinkedIn. It signals IndiGo’s intent to strengthen its global footprint as the airline continues to expand its global connections.

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IndiGo Adds More Flights to AMS and MAN

IndiGo is set to increase its Mumbai-Manchester service from three to four weekly nonstop flights, using a Boeing 787-9 (B789) aircraft. The increased flights will be in effect from September 22. It appears that IndiGo can get strong advance bookings, reflecting demand from the Indian diaspora and leisure travelers.

Meanwhile, the Mumbai-Amsterdam route will see a more ambitious jump, rising from four to six weekly flights starting September 22. The flights are going daily from October 12, also on a B789.

The 330-seat Dreamliner’s deployment on this route raises questions about filling capacity, given the annual passenger demand of 79,000 between Mumbai and Amsterdam.

IndiGo’s move suggests that the Amsterdam increase might lean more on securing long-term slots rather than immediate commercial need.

To boost loads, IndiGo might be connecting Colombo (CMB) and Male (MLE) via Mumbai to Amsterdam, tapping into untapped markets with 59,000 and 12,000 annual passengers, respectively.

Additionally, with IndiGo downgrading its Istanbul flights to an Airbus A321 from September, the airline could redirect North America and Europe code-share traffic via Amsterdam, partnering with KLM and Delta to optimize occupancy.

Looking ahead, Ghadially envisions future growth, suggesting that once more Airbus A321neoXLRs arrive next year, IndiGo could link Indonesia—specifically Denpasar (DPS) and Jakarta (CGK)—with Amsterdam via Mumbai.

Last year, 332,000 passengers travelled between Amsterdam and these Indonesian cities (203,000 to DPS, 129,000 to CGK), presenting a sizable opportunity.

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Bangalore-Mauritius Route Goes Daily

Starting October 27, 2025, IndiGo will increase its Bangalore-Mauritius (BLR-MRU) route from four weekly to daily nonstop flights. This comes about a year after the flights started. The airline began flying this route in November 2024.

This expansion targets not just point-to-point traffic but also serves as a feed for domestic India and select Asian connections. Bangalore is a key hub for IndiGo and connects passengers from cities like Hyderabad, Chennai, and Ahmedabad.

The airline’s large presence in Kempegowda International Airport makes it seamless for the airline to capture a broader market share. The route’s growth hinges on leveraging IndiGo’s extensive domestic network rather than relying solely on direct demand.

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IndiGo’s Operational Feasibility

The increased frequencies will offer travelers more options, with the Boeing 787-9’s range and comfort enhancing the long-haul experience on Mumbai routes.

The Bangalore-Mauritius service, which is operated with an Airbus A320, caters to leisure and connecting passengers. However, filling the Amsterdam flight’s capacity may require creative scheduling or partnerships, especially with KLM also serving the route.

IndiGo will be inducting more 787s in the coming months, which will support this expansion. However, operational challenges like crew training and slot management at busy airports like Amsterdam Schiphol could arise.

The airline’s focus on ancillary revenue—such as baggage and seat fees—will likely play a role in profitability.

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Looking Ahead

The announcement is an interesting development for IndiGo. It was not long ago that these flights started. Industry observers are debating the potential of the Amsterdam route, given its modest demand, with some suggesting creative scheduling or partnerships could make it viable.

The Manchester increase has drawn attention for its apparent sales success, hinting at a growing appetite for UK-India travel. There might be a 2^nd Manchester route that IndiGo might introduce in the near future. Could Delhi make it is still a question.

Meanwhile, the Bangalore-Mauritius upgrade is a smart play to tap into IndiGo’s strong network from the airport. The downgrade of Istanbul flights has also sparked speculation about resource reallocation. Whether IndiGo will continue to lease Turkish Airlines’ Boeing 777s is yet to be seen.

IndiGo has a window to refine its strategy as the changes are kicking in from late September and October. The Manchester and Amsterdam boosts could set the stage for further international growth.

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