India and China Resume Direct Flights
India and China will restart direct flights in October 2025, led by IndiGo, boosting trade, tourism, and business ties.
The resumption of direct passenger flights by the end of October 2025 marks a major milestone in restoring cross-border connectivity and rebuilding bilateral confidence after nearly five years of suspension.
A cooperative pas de deux of the dragon and the elephant
is how Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun described the initiative, emphasizing the mutual commitment to strengthening long-term engagement.
- Restart of direct flights in October 2025
- IndiGo leads the route revival
- Resumption marks a major milestone in restoring cross-border connectivity
Author's summary: India and China restart direct flights, boosting ties.