Full-service carrier Vistara today started direct, 5x weekly flights between Mumbai and Mauritius. Mauritius is Vistara's 15th international destination, and the first in Africa. The airline has deployed its recently inducted A321LR aircraft with a three-class configuration, as it becomes the only carrier to offer customers the choice of Premium Economy cabin in addition to Business and Economy Class, on this route.
Vinod Kannan, Chief Executive Officer, Vistara, said, "We are delighted to take India&rsquos finest airline to Africa, as we launch operations to Mauritius. The long-standing relations and strong trade ties between the two countries, in addition to the growing tourism potential of the destination, make it a perfect fit in our network. We are confident that customers will appreciate having the option of experiencing Vistara&rsquos award-winning product and services on this sector.&rdquo
The schedule of flights to and from Mauritius is as follows
Mumbai &ndash Mauritius. Flight number UK 0241. Days of operation Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. Departure - 0730 hrs. Arrival - 1200 hrs.
Mauritius &ndash Mumbai. Flight number UK 0242. Days of operation Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. Departure - 1330 hrs. Arrival - 2100 hrs.
Vistara will accept all eligible customers meeting visa/entry requirements in both countries, as specified by the respective government bodies.
A joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, Vistara is India&rsquos highest-rated airline on Skytrax and TripAdvisor. The airline has recently been featured amongst World&rsquos Top 20 Airlines while being recognised as the &lsquoBest Airline in India and Southern Asia&rsquo for the second time in a row, &lsquoBest Airline Staff Service in India and Southern Asia&rsquo for the fourth consecutive year, &lsquoBest Cabin Crew in India and Southern Asia&rsquo for the second time in a row and &lsquoBest Business Class in India and Southern Asia&rsquo, at the coveted Skytrax World Airline Awards 2022. Vistara also recently received the ch-aviation Asia&rsquos Third Youngest Airline Fleet award for the second consecutive year.
