UAE: Dubai's Emirates Airline to introduce Premium Economy services to Mumbai, Bengaluru from October 29
₹40,545 to ₹58,565, beginning from September 14. These reduced fares are expected to remain in the range of ₹17,885 to ₹21,444 and stable until November 1. Afterwards, fares are anticipated to rise again, coinciding with the festival season and the New Year rush.
General Manager of Europe Travel and Tours Basheer Mohammed said, “After an expensive summer, especially for average middle-class families, fares are finally stabilising in the India-UAE sector." He further added, “Currently, fares to the Mumbai and Delhi sectors are from Dh900 ( ₹20,271) to Dh1200 ( ₹27,028.04)" with similar prices for South Indian destinations. Many Indian expatriates had to delay their travel plans due to a more than 200% increase in airfares compared to off-season dates. However, fares for round-trip travel have now significantly dropped, making travel more accessible.
The UAE has seen an increase in inbound travel from 28-39%, with international travellers showing strong interest in exploring the country's offerings according to Atish Thapa, Head of Business and Marketing Middle East, Cleartrip.com, reported Gulf News. Indian travellers are also staying longer in the UAE. He said, "About 24 per cent of the visitors are staying for four weeks, compared to the 23 per cent choosing to stay for one week," as reported by Gulf News.
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