Alliance Air is set to launch direct flights between Kullu-Manali and Amritsar, starting October 1st. This new route will make it easier for travellers to visit Himachal Pradesh and Amritsar for both leisure and spiritual purposes.
Alliance Air, a subsidiary of Air India, will operate flights on this route every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, using its 42-seater ATR aircraft for a comfortable journey. Tourism stakeholders have welcomed the decision to start a direct flight from Amritsar to Kullu.
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Yogesh Kamra, the convenor of the Fly Amritsar Initiative, expressed his delight, saying, “We welcome the new non-stop flight from Kullu-Manali to Amritsar. The road journey takes up to eight hours, but this flight covers the distance in just one hour and 10 minutes.”
Kamra also highlighted the positive impact this connection would have on Amritsar’s tourism. He said, “Many tourists want to visit Amritsar during their North India tour, especially when heading to the upper Himalayan tourism spots like Kullu, Manali, Kasol, Tirthan Valley, Lahaul and Spiti, Leh, and Ladakh.”
The Kullu-Manali Airport in Bhuntar will become a vital link for devotees visiting Manikaran Sahib. Previously, they had to fly from Chandigarh due to the lack of direct flights to Amritsar. With this new flight, pilgrims can now have a hassle-free journey to this sacred destination.
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Flight schedule
The airline has set up flight schedules for Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Departing from Kullu at 08.25 am, the flight is expected to arrive in Amritsar at 9.30 am.
The return journey will commence at 10.00 am from Amritsar, with an estimated arrival time of 11.05 am back in Kullu.
Alliance Air is now accepting flight bookings, starting at an introductory fare of Rs 2,000. This competitive pricing will make air travel more accessible to a wider range of travelers, further boosting tourism in the region.
These direct flights mark a significant improvement in connectivity between two popular North Indian destinations, offering both spiritual and scenic experiences.
With the inaugural flight on October 1st, travellers can look forward to a faster and more convenient way to explore the vibrant culture of Amritsar and the natural splendor of Kullu Valley.
