Air India Express launches Mangaluru-Singapore Direct Flights
Mangaluru is set to establish its first Southeast Asian air link with a direct flight to Singapore, marking a significant milestone for the coastal city. Starting January 21, Air India Express will operate a nonstop service between Mangaluru International Airport (IXE) and Singapore’s Changi Airport (SIN), with flights scheduled twice a week.
This long-awaited connection is expected to boost business and tourism ties, benefiting regions like Coastal Karnataka, the Malnad area, and northern Kerala. The new route also opens up additional travel options for passengers from Southeast Asia, the Far East, and Japan to connect to the U.S. West Coast via Mangaluru. Similarly, travelers from India’s west coast can use this route for convenient connections to Singapore and beyond.
Flight Schedule and Travel Details
The new Air India Express flights will operate as follows:
- From Mangaluru to Singapore: Flight IX0862 departs at 5:55 AM, arriving in Singapore at 1:25 PM.
- From Singapore to Mangaluru: Flight IX0861 departs at 2:25 PM, arriving in Mangaluru at 4:55 PM.
The flight duration is approximately five hours.
