NEW DELHI- IndiGo Airlines (6E) has announced the launch of new winter routes designed to improve regional connectivity. The addition of these flights aims to cater to the increasing passenger demand for affordable and convenient travel across India’s smaller cities.
The expansion includes direct flights to and from tier-2 and tier-3 cities such as Jaipur (JAI), Imphal (IMF), and Jaisalmer (JSA), strengthening the airline’s domestic network during the peak travel season.

IndiGo expands winter network in India
IndiGo confirmed that the new routes will begin operating from early winter 2025, with schedules designed to meet both holiday and business travel demand. The focus is particularly on linking cultural and tourism-rich destinations such as Jaisalmer.
IndiGo’s expansion highlights the growing importance of tier-2 and tier-3 cities in India’s aviation market. By adding flights to cities like Imphal and Jaipur, IndiGo continues to strengthen its position as the country’s leading carrier for regional accessibility.
Here are the flight schedules, as reported by The Economic Times:
Bhubaneswar – Varanasi | 6E 7504 | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday | 11:30 | 15:00 | Layover at Durgapur |
Varanasi – Bhubaneswar | 6E 7505 | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday | 15:25 | 19:00 | Layover at Durgapur |
Durgapur – Varanasi | 6E 7504 | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday | 13:25 | 15:05 | |
Varanasi – Durgapur | 6E 7505 | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday | 15:25 | 17:10 |
These additions will not only bring economic opportunities to local markets but also make it easier for passengers to travel between smaller and larger cities without relying on connecting flights through metro hubs.

Boosting tourism and regional growth
The inclusion of Jaisalmer in IndiGo’s new routes comes as a significant boost for the tourism industry in Rajasthan.
Similarly, Imphal in Manipur will benefit from better access to the rest of the country. The city, known for its cultural heritage and natural beauty, is likely to see higher tourism inflows as flight options expand.
Let’s take a look at how often IndiGo is set to offer flights to the two cities.
Jaipur – Imphal | 6E 0748 | Daily | 06:40 | 11:25 | Layover at Guwahati |
Imphal – Jaipur | 6E 0749 | Daily | 15:50 | 21:05 | Layover at Guwahati |
Jaipur – Guwahati | 6E 0748 | Daily | 06:40 | 09:10 | |
Guwahati – Jaipur | 6E 0749 | Daily | 18:05 | 21:05 | |
Bengaluru – Jaisalmer | 6E 6837 | Daily | 13:05 | 16:00 | Seasonal addition |
Jaisalmer – Bengaluru | 6E 6838 | Daily | 16:35 | 19:20 | Seasonal addition |
With this move, IndiGo further cements its role in supporting the Indian government’s UDAN initiative, which promotes affordable regional air connectivity.

Bottom Line
IndiGo’s introduction of new winter routes linking Jaipur, Imphal, and Jaisalmer reinforces its strategy to expand beyond major metro cities, whilst maintaining a balance between metro cities and emerging regional destinations.
The move not only boosts tourism and business travel but also improves regional accessibility for passengers across India.
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