IndiGo Inaugurates Connectivity Between Delhi and Manchester

Here’s a comprehensive look at IndiGo’s new Delhi–Manchester route

Route Launch
- Start Date: 15 November 2025
- Frequency: 5x weekly flights (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday from Delhi; return flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday).
- Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (leased from Norse Atlantic Airways).
- Cabin Configuration:
- IndiGoStretch (premium economy-style): 56 seats
- Economy Class: 282 seats

Strategic Importance
- Delhi’s IGI Airport: First long-haul service launched from Delhi, strengthening its role as India’s global gateway.
- Manchester Airport: UK’s leading hub outside London, offering onward connectivity to Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Northern England.
- Economic & Cultural Impact: Enhances trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between India and the UK

Flight Schedule (Local Times)
Delhi → Manchester: Flight No.6E 0033
Departure - 04:05 Arrival - 09:30
Days of Operation: Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun

Manchester → Delhi: Flight No.6E 0034
Departure - 11:15 Arrival - 02:10 (+1)
Days of Operation: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
(+1 indicates next-day arrival)

IndiGo’s Growth Story
- Fleet: 400+ aircraft
- Operations: 2300+ daily flights
- Network: 90+ domestic and 40+ international destinations
- Recognition: Named “Best Airline in India and South Asia” by Skytrax at the World Airline Awards 2025

This launch marks IndiGo’s second long-haul service to the UK (after Mumbai–Manchester earlier in 2025), positioning the airline as a serious player in the long-haul market.