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With no direct flights to London, travelers are now left with the option of one-stop flights, but even here the difficulties are not less. The journey that used to take just a few hours has now stretched to 25 to 30 hours, crossing Dubai or other Gulf countries.
New Delhi- If you’ve been dreaming of moving to London, keep your spirits up. The current situation on the route from India to London must scare you. The Iran-Israel war has robbed travelers of both budgets and peace of mind. One look at the air ticket booking sites and you will be amazed. Non-stop flights to London from Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad have almost disappeared. Even if you happen to find an empty seat, the price will make even the richest person shudder. As of March 6, the only direct flight from Delhi to London is Virgin Atlantic, with a one-way fare of over ₹9.12 lakh. That means you’ll pay the same as a luxury car for a 10-hour trip.
News-Patiala.com Due to the lack of direct flights, travelers are now left with only one-stop flights, according to a report by . Journeys that used to take a few hours to pass through Dubai or other Gulf countries have now increased to 25 to 30 hours. Though the fare may be around ₹44,000, the layover is so long that passengers are sleeping in airport lounges and chairs.
No direct flight on Mumbai-London route
There are also no direct flights available on Mumbai to London route. One-stop Emirates flights via Dubai start from around ₹28,266, with a total travel time of around 26 hours. Other connecting flights cost upwards of ₹30,000, depending on the airport of arrival and the length of the layover. Some journeys are taking more than 30 hours, reflecting the current routing challenges.
The war changed the course
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has forced airlines to make changes to their schedules and airspace usage. This has affected the capacity of long-haul flights such as the India-UK route, resulting in higher fares, longer journey times and limited options for passengers. Following the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, the Indian government is closely monitoring the airspace situation in various parts of the Middle East and assessing its impact on international flights.
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