Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Oct 25: The long-awaited demand of coastal residents for a direct air connection between Mangaluru and Kerala’s capital city, Thiruvananthapuram, is finally set to become a reality. Starting this winter schedule, Air India Express will commence direct flight services between the two cities, marking a major boost in regional connectivity.

Confirming the development, an Air India Express (AIE) spokesperson said the airline will operate the service thrice a week. “After several years of demand, Mangaluru and Thiruvananthapuram will finally be connected by direct flights. Bookings for the route have already opened on the airline’s official website from October 18,” the spokesperson stated.

As per the flight schedule, Flight IX 5531 will depar

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