IndiGo and Japan Airlines have introduced new connectivity options for travellers between India and Japan as they launch their codeshare partnership, starting December 16, with reservation and sale of tickets available from December 4.
Both airlines had in June entered into a codeshare arrangement which would help the Japanese carrier expand services to destinations of IndiGo's network. The partnership enables JAL to expand its connectivity to India initially, while offering IndiGo flyers more travel options on JAL’s domestic and international network, in later phases.
"This codeshare agreement will further strengthen business, trade and tourism related travel between India and Japan. It will also enable passengers of both airlines to explore some of the most culturally rich destinations in India and Japan, known for their history, culinary experiences, nightlife and significant landmarks. At a time when both the countries are strategically working together, this codeshare will add to the strengthening bilateral ties between India and Japan," Abhijit DasGupta, Senior Vice President - Network Planning and Revenue Management, IndiGo said.
Planned IndiGo JAL codeshare routes
JAL will start codesharing on domestic routes within India that connect to JAL-operated flights to and from Delhi and Bengaluru. This collaboration will provide customers with enhanced travel options and encourage cultural and business exchanges between Japan and India, said JAL. At present, JAL operates daily services between Tokyo and New Delhi, and five times weekly services between Tokyo and Bengaluru. The new partnership with IndiGo enable JAL to establish a 'comprehensive network' across India, connecting to several major cities via JAL-operated flights.
"This partnership will enable travelers between India and Japan to book their flights on a single ticket," Ross Leggett, Managing Executive Officer, Senior Vice President Route Marketing, Japan Airlines said.
"India has seen remarkable economic growth in recent years, which is leading to a significant increase in air travel demand between Japan and India," Leggett added.
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