NITN | @notintownlive | 01 May 2019, 03:21 pm
Mumbai, May 1: Airlines major Delta Air Lines on Wednesday said it will begin flying nonstop from Mumbai to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport from Dec 24, 2019.
This route establishes a new link between the financial capitals of two large trade partners and boosts competition, choice and options for customers traveling between India and the United States.
“Delta’s nonstop service between New York and Mumbai is the latest example of our international growth as we strive to connect the world better than any other airline,” said Ed Bastian, Delta’s chief executive officer.
Connecting through New York’s JFK, customers have access to more than 50 onward destinations throughout North America, Latin America and the Caribbean.Demand for flights between the U.S. and India has increased by 60 percent in the last decade, and New York is the largest U.S. market to India with the largest base of corporate customers.
“Delta’s return to India in time for the holiday season marks a milestone for the company,” said Roberto Ioriatti, Delta’s Vice President Transatlantic. “Our nonstop service is the fastest way for customers to travel between Mumbai and New York and thanks to the huge range on onward flights from our JFK hub, Delta is really opening up America for Indian-based business and leisure customers.”
Rajeev Jain, Chief Executive Officer, Mumbai International Airport Ltd said: “Flights between Mumbai and New York will provide most improved connectivity between the countries and will be extremely convenient for Indians travelling to and from the U.S.”
The new service between Mumbai and New York-JFK will become Delta’s second-longest flight, and the airline will deploy its newly renovated Boeing 777-200LR aircraft on the route, featuring the Delta One Suite – an all-suite business class cabin – as well as the premium economy offering Delta Premium Select, in addition to Delta Comfort+ and Main Cabin options.
Onboard, customers can enjoy a range of services, including free mobile messaging via WhatsApp, iMessage and Facebook Messenger thanks to the on-board Wi-Fi. Delta also offers on-demand in-flight entertainment, with movies from Bollywood and around the world available on seatback screens or to download to a mobile or tablet device. There are also amenity kits available in premium cabins plus pillows and blankets for increased comfort for Main Cabin customers and regional cuisine.
Passengers in the Delta One cabin enjoy a private space accessed by a sliding door with personal stowage areas and fully-flat bed. They also have the ability to choose their main meal in advance of their flight so they may receive their first choice dish.
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