Air India Expands International Connectivity Amid Turmoil

Air India is operating 78 additional flights across nine international routes to cater to increased demand during disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict. The new flights add significant capacity to key gateways in Europe and the US, as well as destinations in the Maldives and Sri Lanka.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 08-03-2026 17:42 IST | Created: 08-03-2026 17:42 IST
Air India Expands International Connectivity Amid Turmoil
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In response to the ongoing Middle East conflict, Air India has announced plans to operate 78 additional flights across nine international routes between March 10 and 18.

The airline aims to enhance travel options by deploying increased capacity to prominent European gateways and New York, along with services to the Maldives and Sri Lanka, accommodating the surge in demand for reliable travel.

This strategic move will introduce 17,660 additional seats collectively on these routes, with various aircraft models such as the B787-8, A320 neo, and B777-300ER being utilized based on the destination.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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