Air India Express is set to launch direct flights from Amritsar’s Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) to Bengaluru (BLR) and Bangkok (BKK) starting December 27, 2024. These new routes will be operated four times weekly using the Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, enhancing travel convenience for both business and leisure travellers. This initiative significantly boosts Punjab’s air connectivity network while creating seamless travel corridors to South India and Southeast Asia.

The Bengaluru flight will depart at 5:55 AM and land in Amritsar at 9:20 AM, with the return flight leaving at 11:30 PM and arriving in Bengaluru at 2:45 AM. Meanwhile, the Bangkok service departs from Amritsar at 10:40 AM and lands at 5:00 PM local time. The return flight from Bangkok departs at 6:00 PM and arrives in Amritsar at 9:30 PM, offering passengers a convenient and time-efficient travel option.

This expansion has been widely praised by the FlyAmritsar Initiative, with Global Convener Sameep Singh Gumtala calling it a New Year gift for Punjab. The direct routes are expected to attract more tourists, foster trade, and strengthen cultural exchange between Punjab, South India, and Thailand, making Amritsar a growing aviation hub.

By eliminating layovers, these connections reduce travel time and costs, providing travellers with more efficient options. The enhanced connectivity also positions Amritsar as a pivotal link for domestic and international travel, creating new opportunities for tourism, commerce, and community engagement.