IndiGo starts direct Chennai-Réunion Island flights, first for an Indian carrier: Why it's crucial
IndiGo has launched direct flights between Chennai and Réunion Island, becoming the first Indian airline to offer non-stop connectivity to the French overseas territory in the Indian Ocean. The service operates three times a week using Airbus A320 aircraft, catering to strong travel demand driven by the island's large Indian-origin population. The route supports tourism, business, and diaspora travel, enhancing connectivity between India and the region.
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IndiGo starts direct Chennai-Réunion Island flights, first for an Indian carrier: Why it's crucialWith around 3,00,000 residents of Indian origin -over one-third of the island’s population - there is strong demand for travel between the two regions.Published on: Apr 30, 2026 3:12 PM ISTWritten by Priyanjali NarayanShare viaCopy link IndiGo said on Thursday it has launched direct flights between Tamil Nadu's Chennai and Réunion Island, a French overseas territory in the Indian Ocean, from April 29, becoming the only Indian carrier to offer non-stop connectivity to the island. The service will operate three times a week using Airbus A320 aircraft.Flight 6E 1871 will depart Chennai at 12:20 on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, arriving in Réunion Island at 17:10.
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