Love the snow-clad peaks, lush green valleys and the alpine villages, but hate long road trips? We have a cure for your wanderlust! India is the world’s fastest growing aviation market, and after the launch of Regional Connectivity Scheme – Udan, there are many amazing destinations that you could, now, fly to.
Shimla
While by road it takes about 12 hours to reach Shimla from Delhi, a one-hour flight costing Rs. 1,920 will now ferry passengers from Shimla to Delhi or vice versa. After a span of over four-and-a-half years, the state capital will have aerial connectivity again. Shimla is popular for its mystical woods and is one of the most picturesque and most visited hill stations in North India. The flights operating on these routes are Air Deccan and Alliance Air.
Agra
Agra is popular for its prized possession – the Taj Mahal, one among the Seven Wonders of the World. People from across the world visit this magnificent town to get a glimpse of the Taj Mahal and also, the Agra Fort, an integral part of the British history of India. Agra Airport is also a part of the Udan Scheme with direct flights from Delhi and Jaipur. The flights operating on these routes are Air Deccan and Alliance Air.
Kullu
Dotted with pine trees and incredible landscape, Kullu & Manali, is one of the most popular destinations up north. This hill station, boasts of incredible landscape – of canyons and gorges, overlooking the panoramic view of the mountains. Not many know that you can fly from Delhi to Kullu. Yes, Kullu has an airport – in Bhuntar, located approximately 50 kilometres away from Manali. The flights operating on the route is Air Deccan.
Pondicherry
This small tourist town has beautiful amalgamation of contemporary and colonial, tranquil and chaotic. Many travellers throng this idyllic coastal town to experience the coexistence of different worlds here. Now, flying to Pondicherry has got easier as Air Odisha Airline has direct flights to Pondicherry from Salem and Chennai.
Jaisalmer
The Desert city, Jaisalmer, will leave you enamoured. If you want to experience the grandeur and glory of India, Jaisalmer is a must visit. The narrow lanes, medieval streets and massive forts are what the city is made of. Now, travelling to Jaisalmer has got easier as Spice Jet Airline has direct flights from Jaisalmer to Delhi or vice versa.
Darjeeling
Bounded by pristine Himalayan peaks and surrounded by emerald-green tea plantations, Darjeeling is rightly West Bengal’s foremost attraction. The fresh and green scenery just make the state a must-visit. Not many know that Bagdogra Airport is the nearest airport from Darjeeling, located just 70 kilometres away. You can take a bus or taxi from the airport to Darjeeling.
Porbandar
This small port town along the Gujarat coast is extremely relevant to India’s history as Mahatma Gandhi was born here. Travellers get to learn about India’s colossal past by getting a peek into -historical, religious and cultural history. Now, Porbandar Airport is also a part of the Udan Scheme with direct flights from Mumbai, Agartala and Aizawl. The flights operating on these routes are Air Deccan and Spice Jet.
Under the Udan Scheme, airfares would be capped at Rs. 2,500 for half of the seats in flights travelling a distance of 476 -500 kilometre. Now, you can book a flight to these destinations that are part of the Udan Scheme on Paytm.
