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- Offers convenient daily travel options from Pune, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Bengaluru till 28th February 2025
- Also operates daily direct flights connecting Prayagraj with Delhi and Mumbai
National, January 25, 2025: Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, ramped up its connectivity to Prayagraj with special flights from four Indian cities in addition to its daily direct services from Mumbai and Delhi to cater to the increased travel demand during the Maha Kumbh 2025. Between January 27th, 2025, and February 28th, 2025, Akasa Air will operate daily flights connecting Prayagraj with Pune, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Bengaluru via Delhi. Additionally, between January 28th, 2025, and February 26th, 2025, the airline will operate special direct flights connecting Ahmedabad and Bengaluru with Prayagraj, offering enhanced capacity and choices for travellers across the country. Bookings for special flights are now open on Akasa Air’s website www.akasaair.com, Android and iOS app and through multiple leading OTAs.
Akasa Air commenced operations from Prayagraj in May 2024. The Mahakumbh is one of the most revered spiritual gatherings that draws pilgrims from diverse backgrounds and all corners of the world. These special and conveniently timed flights will foster accessibility to the event and reflects Akasa’s dedication towards supporting the nation’s cultural vitality.
Commenting on the announcement Praveen Iyer, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer, Akasa Air said “The Mahakumbh is one of the largest spiritual events in the world, and we understand the significance it holds for pilgrims. We are delighted to be able to support the movement of millions of devotees and bind the country together through enhanced, reliable and affordable travel options. The gathering will also provide boost to the local economy in Prayagraj and these additional flights will further provide impetus to this growth. We look forward to hosting travellers, and hope they enjoy the Akasa experience.”
Akasa Air’s empathetic and youthful personality, employee-friendly culture, customer-service philosophy, and tech-led approach have made it the airline of choice for millions of customers. Since its inception, Akasa Air has redefined flying in India with its multiple industry-first and customer-friendly offerings. Its brand-new fleet provides ample legroom and enhanced comfort and comes with USB ports in a majority of aircraft, allowing passengers to charge their gadgets and devices on the go. Café Akasa, the airline’s onboard meal service offers an assortment of healthy and delectable meals, including festive menus and industry-first options such as Kombucha, to offer customers an indulgent gourmet experience in the skies. Pets on Akasa allows customers to travel with their pets in the cabin or to carry them in cargo, based on their weight. Akasa Air offers over 25+ ancillary products to deliver on its promise of exceptional customer service such as Akasa GetEarly, Seat & Meal Deal, Extra Seat and Akasa Holidays which offer personalization that is second to none. Consistently enhancing the cabin experience for its customers, Akasa has launched several industry-firsts such as SkyScore by Akasa, SkyLights and QuietFlights.
Akasa Air’s consistent on-time leadership, operational efficiencies and extremely positive customer feedback have made it a preferred carrier in India, serving over 14 million passengers since its launch in August 2022. Akasa Air currently connects with 22 domestic and five international cities, namely Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Delhi, Guwahati, Agartala, Pune, Lucknow, Goa, Hyderabad, Varanasi, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Port Blair, Ayodhya, Gwalior, Srinagar, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Doha (Qatar), Jeddah, Riyadh (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Abu Dhabi (UAE) and Kuwait City (Kuwait).
Flight schedule:
Flt. Number |
From City |
Departure Time |
Arrival Time |
Via |
Departure Time |
Arrival Time |
Flt. Number |
To City (Airport) |
Frequency |
27th January 2025- 28th February 2025 (Via Delhi) |
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QP 1807 |
Pune |
07:30hrs |
09:45hrs |
Delhi |
10:50hrs |
12:15hrs |
QP 1807 |
Prayagraj |
Daily |
QP 1808 |
Prayagraj |
12:50hrs |
14:20hrs |
Delhi |
15:00hrs |
17:15hrs |
QP 1808 |
Pune |
Daily |
QP 1405 |
Hyderabad |
05:50hrs |
08:10hrs |
Delhi |
10:50hrs |
12:15hrs |
QP 1807 |
Prayagraj |
Daily |
QP 1808 |
Prayagraj |
12:50hrs |
14:20hrs |
Delhi |
20:50hrs |
23:05hrs |
QP 1409 |
Hyderabad |
Daily |
QP 1359 |
Bengaluru |
05:00hrs |
07:50hrs |
Delhi |
10:50hrs |
12:15hrs |
QP 1807 |
Prayagraj |
Daily |
QP 1145 |
Ahmedabad |
05:40hrs |
07:20hrs |
Delhi |
10:50hrs |
12:15hrs |
QP 1807 |
Prayagraj |
Daily |
QP 1808 |
Prayagraj |
12:50hrs |
14:20hrs |
Delhi |
18:40hrs |
20:20hrs |
QP 1334 |
Ahmedabad |
Daily |
QP 1808 |
Prayagraj |
12:50hrs |
14:20hrs |
Delhi |
19:45hrs |
22:30hrs |
QP 1630 |
Goa |
Daily |
Flt. Number |
From City |
Departure Time |
Arrival Time |
To City (Airport) |
Frequency |
28th January- 26th February 2025 (Direct) |
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QP 1852 |
Ahmedabad |
10:50hrs |
12:30hrs |
Prayagraj |
Tue, Wed |
QP 1853 |
Prayagraj |
13:10hrs |
15:00hrs |
Ahmedabad |
Tue, Wed |
QP 1852 |
Ahmedabad |
10:35hrs |
12:20hrs |
Prayagraj |
Tue, Wed |
QP 1853 |
Prayagraj |
12:55hrs |
14:45hrs |
Ahmedabad |
Tue, Wed |
15th February – 25th February 2025 (Direct) |
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QP 1494 |
Ahmedabad |
14:50hrs |
16:55hrs |
Prayagraj |
Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun |
QP 1412 |
Bengaluru |
08:40hrs |
11:10hrs |
Prayagraj |
Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun |
QP 1412 |
Bengaluru |
14:30hrs |
17:00hrs |
Prayagraj |
Wednesday |
QP 1493 |
Prayagraj |
11:50hrs |
13:50hrs |
Ahmedabad |
Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun |
QP 1413 |
Prayagraj |
17:35hrs |
20:05hrs |
Bengaluru |
Daily |
About Akasa Air:
Akasa Air is India’s most dependable airline, offering warm and efficient customer service, reliable operations, and affordable fares - all in the Akasa Way. Akasa’s youthful personality, employee-centric philosophy, tech-led approach, and culture of service make this commitment a reality for all Indians.
The carrier launched its first commercial flight on 07 August 2022 to support the growing demand across India and commenced international operations on 28 March 2024, offering non-stop flights from Mumbai to Doha. This milestone makes it the first Indian airline to fly overseas within a record period of just 19 months. Internationally, Akasa Air operates flights to Doha, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Jeddah and Kuwait. Since its inception, Akasa Air has served over 14 million passengers and connects 27 cities.
With a clear focus on sustained, long-term growth, Akasa Air has placed a firm order of 226 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, powered by CFM fuel-efficient, LEAP-1B engines. It currently operates 26 737 MAX aircraft which deliver superior efficiency in reducing fuel use and carbon emissions. The aircraft also powers a quieter cabin with 40 per cent less noise fulfilling the airline's promise of being an environmentally progressive company with the youngest and greenest fleet in the Indian skies.