Abu Dhabi Airports, the operator of the Emirate's five airports, has announced the recent launch of three direct routes by Indian airline IndiGo, a report said.

These new routes will connect Zayed International Airport to Mangaluru, Tiruchirappalli, and Coimbatore in India, Emirates News Agency, WAM, said.

This expansion further strengthens the connectivity between Abu Dhabi and key destinations across India, bringing the number of IndiGo-operated routes to 13.

Nathalie Jongma, Vice President of Aviation Development at Abu Dhabi Airports, said: "We are extremely encouraged by this announcement as it reflects the vibrancy of our respective hubs.

“This expansion is about much more than just adding flights - it is about creating accessible links for families and friends, opening new pathways for businesses, and building on our successful partnership with Indigo."

Sanjeev Ramdas, Executive Vice President Airport Operations and Customer Services at IndiGo, said: "This expansion strengthens our presence in the region and underlines the vital role Abu Dhabi plays as a hub for our travellers."