Qantas has launched a new route from Sydney to Bengaluru, becoming the first airline to establish a direct connection between Australia and South India. The new route will cut approximately three hours of travel time between the two cities thereby boosting connectivity.
Commenting on the new route, Qantas Domestic and International CEO Andrew David, said: “The flights will boost tourism and economic relations and open opportunities between Australia and India. The addition of Bengaluru to our route map deepens our ties with India and follows the launch of direct services from Australia to Delhi last year which has also proven popular. Qantas is now the only airline offering direct flights between Australia’s two largest cities and the north and south of India.”
Sydney Airport CEO Geoff Culbert said: “The flights would boost Sydney Airport’s connectivity. It’s terrific that the important and growing relationship between Australia and India is being reflected in greater aviation connectivity, and we’re delighted to soon welcome passengers on the only direct route between Australia and Southern India.”
This route will hold more value to Australian and global financial technology organisations that have established major operations in Bengaluru. It will also provide new tourism opportunities for Sydney and New South Wales, with a direct gateway for India-based visitors.
Qantas will fly an A330 aircraft from Sydney to Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport four times per week on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Qantas flies Melbourne to Delhi on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.