IndiGo, announces the launch of direct, daily flights between Mumbai and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), starting October 26, 2025. This strategic move marks IndiGo’s second destination in the United Kingdom, following the successful launch of Mumbai–Manchester services earlier this year.
The new route further cements IndiGo’s international growth strategy and opens up new opportunities for travellers across both nations. London Heathrow is Europe’s largest aviation hub and the world’s most connected airport, making this launch a significant milestone for the airline.
The flights will be operated using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, taken on wet/damp lease from Norse Atlantic Airways, featuring a dual-class configuration — Economy and IndiGo’s tailor-made business product, IndiGoStretch.
Passengers can enjoy the following onboard experiences:
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Complimentary hot meals and beverages, inspired by local and global flavours
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Alcoholic beverages available for purchase in Economy and complimentary for IndiGoStretch passengers
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Seatback entertainment systems offering nearly 300 hours of curated content
Leadership Statements
Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo, said:
“Entering Heathrow, a key global hub known for its scale and connectivity, is both a proud milestone and a strategic step forward in strengthening IndiGo’s global footprint. The India–United Kingdom corridor has long held significant relevance, not only because of strong bilateral ties, but also due to the growing traffic between the two countries driven by students, visiting friends and relatives, business and leisure travellers. After the outstanding response to our long-haul debut flights to Manchester, we are excited to set foot in London, offering more travel options for our customers while reinforcing our commitment to provide seamless connectivity between India and the world.”
Ross Baker, Chief Customer Officer, Heathrow Airport, added:
“We are pleased to welcome IndiGo’s new daily service between Mumbai and Heathrow. As the UK’s international gateway, this new route will further strengthen the vital ties between the UK and India, creating opportunities for trade, tourism and cultural exchange. We look forward to supporting IndiGo’s international growth while offering passengers more choice when travelling between these two world-class cities.”
Strategic Importance of Heathrow
Access to London Heathrow marks a major step in IndiGo’s long-haul ambitions. As a globally connected hub, Heathrow serves as a natural gateway for Indian travellers to Europe, North America, and beyond. With Mumbai as India’s financial capital and London as a leading global financial centre, this non-stop route is expected to significantly bolster trade, tourism, and business travel between the two nations.
Moreover, the new service will allow travellers from the UK and Europe seamless access to 90+ destinations across IndiGo’s extensive domestic network, along with growing connectivity to South Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and more.
