SpiceJet to Enhance Delhi-Bangkok Route with Airbus A340 Upgrade

On May 23, 2024, prominent airline company SpiceJet announced in a stock exchange filing that it will upgrade its daily Delhi-Bangkok flight to a wide-body Airbus A340, replacing the narrow-body Boeing 737.

This upgrade will expand the seating capacity to 324 passengers per flight on the route, catering to the high demand during the holiday season. The upgraded service will commence on May 31 and continue until June 20, 2024.

With visa-free entry for Indians, Bangkok continues to attract travellers looking for work and leisure opportunities.

The company stated that, in addition to this, it also operates daily flights to Bangkok from Kolkata and has recently announced its entry into the beautiful island paradise of Phuket. Starting May 31, 2024, the airline will provide daily non-stop flights connecting Delhi and Phuket with conveniently timed schedules to make sure that travellers get a hassle-free travel experience.

Earlier this month, SpiceJet stated that the departing flight from Delhi would take off at 9:00 AM and arrive in Phuket at 3:15 PM. The return flight departs Phuket at 4:15 PM and arrives in Delhi at 7:20 PM.

They added that Bangkok, the lively capital of Thailand, stands as a significant centre for both business and leisure travellers. Renowned for its vibrant markets, intricate temples, and bustling nightlife, the city boasts a unique fusion of tradition and modernity.

Commenting on this significant development, the Chief Business Officer of SpiceJet, Debojo Maharshi, said, “We are excited to upgrade our Delhi-Bangkok flight to the wide-body Airbus A340. This move underscores our commitment to providing our passengers with enhanced comfort and increased capacity during the peak holiday season. With the addition of daily flights to Phuket and our existing services to Bangkok, SpiceJet continues to expand its footprint in Thailand, offering our passengers more travel options and convenience.”

About SpiceJet Limited

SpiceJet is an IATA-IOSA-certified airline that manages a fleet consisting of Boeing 737s and Q-400s. As one of the leading regional carriers in India, it operates numerous daily flights under UDAN, the Regional Connectivity Scheme. Most of its airline’s fleet provides SpiceMax, which offers passengers the most generous economy-class seating in India.

On May 23, 2024, the share price of SpiceJet Ltd opened at ₹62.60, touching the day’s high at ₹62.95, as of 12:52 PM on the BSE.

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