Top 20 International Flights for India

 Last Updated: 29 Nov, 2020 By Kamlesh Nayal

The aviation sector of India is booming in recent times with the introduction of new foreign investment policy. While the general tourists visit this mystic land to explore its vivacity of cultural heritage, the business tycoons would love to invest in its flourishing business industry. However, there are tourists who seek to bathe in the river of spirituality and India is always at the top when tranquility matters. As a result, in recent days the international airline industry is showing keen interest to operate frequent flight services to India which in all likelihood will improve India’s airline service. To serve the visitors visiting India from across the world with the most convenient air service, we have prepared this list of best 20 international flights for India. Well researched and reliable source of information will help travellers to minimise their stress of choosing the best airbuses to India.

Emirates Air

Winner of the World’s Best Airline Award 2013 at Paris Air Show, Emirates Air is the largest airways in Middle East. It has an excellent level of air transport services in all six continents of the world and serves more than 140 destinations of 70 countries on a regular basis. Exotic in-flight cuisine, classy amusement facilities and the overall services of this leading aviation company are sophisticated and thus make it the winner of more than 400 international awards.

Indian Destinations Covered by Emirates Air: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Mumbai, Thiruvanantapuram.

Checked Baggage Allowances in Emirates Air:

• 30kg in Economy Class
• 40kg in Business Class
• 50kg in First Class

Helpline: 022-33773377 (India)
Website: www.emirates.com

Lufthansa

Deutsche Lufthansa AG or Lufthansa is the flag carrier of Germany. It is the largest airline in Europe in terms of overall passengers carried and fleet size. Apart from 18 domestic destinations, this airline is operating services in 197 international destinations of 78 countries. Lufthansa offers three classes of services on its flights, i.e., First Class, Business Class, Economy Class. On the A-380 Airbus, the passengers of Economy Class can access internet service for a fee through Deutsche Telekom.

Indian Destinations Covered by Lufthansa: Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Pune

Checked Baggage Allowances in Lufthansa:

• 1 bag up to 23 kg for Economy Class
• 2 bags up to 32 kg each for Business Class
• 3 bags up to 32 kg each for First Class

Helpline: 1800 102 5838 (toll free) or +91 124 4888888 / +91 124 4888999
Website: www.lufthansa.com

Swiss International Airlines

The flag carrier airline of Switzerland, the Swiss International Airlines is a subsidiary of Lufthansa Group and has its services in a total 76 countries of the continent of Asia, Europe, Africa and America. Zurich Airport is the hub of this aviation company as most of the flights operate via Zurich only. There are mainly three lounges in all its flights i.e., First Lounge, Senator Lounge and Business Lounge. The sophisticated Swiss customary and values are reflected in “personal service”, “in-depth quality” and “typical Swiss hospitality” of the airline.

Indian destinations covered by Swiss International Airlines: Delhi and Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in Swiss International Airlines:

• 40 kg for First Class Passenger
• 20 kg for Business Class
• 20 kg for Economy Class

Helpline: +41 61 582 36 56
Website: www.swiss.com

Singapore Airlines

If you are looking for an airbus which can go with your lavish standard of living and let you feel the charm of flying on a different world, then you must travel in Singapore Airlines. The trendsetter in aviation industry, this airplane service is the first to introduce classy services in economy class. Beautiful and smart airhostesses serve the travelers with world class care and inflight services. To upgrade the transportation sector to a different level, the company has invented innovative ideas in its list of services which include satellite-based inflight telephones, audio and video on demand (AVOD), free headsets, a choice of meals and free drinks in Economy Class for the first time in airline industry.

Indian Destinations Covered by Singapore Airlines: Ahmedabad, Pune, Chennai, Goa, Jalandhar, Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad

Checked Baggage Allowances in Singapore Airlines:

• 40 kg for First Class passengers
• 30 kg for Business Class passengers
• 20 kg for Economy Class passengers

Website: www.singaporeair.com

Thai Airways

Being the largest airline of Thailand and flag carrier of the country, Thai Airways operates domestic, regional as well as intercontinental flights. The home base of this airways is Bangkok from where the flights fly to 71 destinations in 34 countries. It runs one of the longest non-stop commercial flights in the world among which Bangkok-Log Angeles flight runs non-stop 18 hours. There are mainly four classes of travel, i.e., Royal First Class, Royal Silk Class, Premium Economy Class and Economy Class with each class having different bag allowance limit.

Indian Destinations Covered by Thai Airways: Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in Thai Airways:

• Royal Silk Class 30 kg
• Economy Class 20 kg
• Infant not occupying a seat 10 kg
• ROP & Star Alliance Gold Members Extra 20 kg

Helpline: (66) 02 545 1873, 1898-1900
E-mail: meeting.info@thaiairways.com
Website: www.thaiairways.com

Malaysia Airlines

The winner of Asia’s Leading Airline Award in World Travel Awards (WTA) 2013, Malaysia Airlines has been serving world-tourists for more than 6 decades. One of the top international airways, this company operates flights to 850 destinations in150 countries. Mainly the flights have three classes of travel- First Class, Business Class and Economy Class. This luxurious airways offer world class services like in-flight shopping from cloud nine, Kids’ corner, in-flight entertainment, chef on call and many more.

Indian Destinations Covered by Malaysia Airlines: Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi

Checked Baggage Allowances in Malaysia Airlines:

• 50 kg for First Class
• 40 kg for Business Class
• 30 kg for Economy Class

Helpline: 1 300 88 3000 (within Malaysia), +603 7843 3000 (outside Malaysia)
General Enquiries Email: enrich@malaysiaairlines.com
Online Enquiries Email: enrichweb@malaysiaairlines.com
Website: www.malaysiaairlines.com

Qatar Airways

Winner of reputed international awards like Best Airline in the World for International Travel 2014 and Best in Business Travel Awards, Qatar Airways has taken air travelling to a different level. To reach the pinnacle of excellence in the aviation industry, this prominent airline has introduced outstanding in-flight service, superior onboard products, and operational excellence. Most of the flights operate to and from Doha. For those travelers who spend half of the year away from home and doesn’t want to compromise with their comfort, Qatar Airways presents 5 star service.

Indian Destinations Covered by Qatar Airways: Chennai, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in Qatar Airways:

• 50kg for First Class
• 40kg for Business Class
• 30kg for Economy Class

Helpline: Fax: +974 4430 2579
Website: www.qatarairways.com

Cathay Pacific Airways

Being a Hong Kong based international airline, Cathay Pacific airways has scheduled cargo and passenger services to more than 110 destinations in the world. In case of India, regular flights run from Hong Kong to the major cities of the country. The level of inflight service, CSR initiatives and commitment to the protection of environment of this company has genuinely made Hong Kong a regional transportation hub. Winner of the Best Transpacific Airline Award in 2013, Cathay Pacific Airways constantly delivers the highest quality services to its travelers.

Indian Destinations Covered by Cathay Pacific Airways: Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata

Checked Baggage Allowances in Cathay Pacific Airways: Bags weighing more than 32 kg are charged separately and the passengers have to take special permission in that case.

Helpline: 1800 209 1616
Website: www.cathaypacific.com

Turkish Airlines

The flag carrier of the Republic of Turkey, Turkish Airlines is a reliable name in the air transport service of Europe. Mainly three classes of flights are run by this leading airline- Economy Class, Comfort Class and Business Class. Flight safety, product line, and service quality of this flight are excellent thus winning the confidence of global travelers. For the regular fliers, Turkish Airlines offers ‘Miles & Smiles’ Award Tickets which offers attractive discounts to make your travel cheaper. For offering the best quality service, the brand has been voted Europe’s Best Airline at the 2013 Skytrax Passengers Choice Awards.

Indian Destinations Covered by Turkish Airlines: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, Madras, Mumbai, Hydearabad

Checked Baggage Allowances in Turkish Airlines:

• 30 kg for Business Class
• 20 kg for Comfort Class
• 20 kg for Economy Class

Helpline: +90 444 0 849
Website: www.turkishairlines.com

Qantas Airways

Flag Carrier Airline of Australia, Qantas Airways is the second oldest airline in the world. The main hub of this airline is the Sydney Airport and its headquarters are situated at the Qantas Centre in the Mascot suburb. The brand has earned its reputation for taking care of the safety of journey, customer friendly services and world class operational reliability. Moreover the flying art series of aircrafts are designed by the aborigine artists to bring out the lively indigenous feel. Experience a different level of air traveling with the four classes of flights of Qantas Airways i.e., Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class.

Indian Destinations Covered by Qantas Airways: Mumbai, Delhi

Checked Baggage Allowances in Qantas Airways:

• 30 kg for Economy Class
• 40 kg for Premium Economy
• 40 kg for business Class
• 50 kg for first class

Helpline: 022-61111818
Website: www.qantas.com

Korean Air

The flag carrier and the largest airline of South Korea, Korean Air is a leading name in international aviation industry. Providing excellent services to the travelers of 130 cities in 45 countries it has enrolled its name in the list of top 20 airlines of the world, in terms of the no of passengers carried. Seoul in South Korea is the headquarter of this airline. Mainly, the flights of this airline offer three classes of services- First Class, Prestige Class and Economy Class. From ticket booking to in-flight service, each single service is prompt and efficient.

Indian Destinations Covered by Korean Air: Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai

Checked Baggage Allowances in Korean Air:

• 20 kg for Economy Class
• 30 kg for Prestige Class
• 3 Pieces (max.32kg/70lb per piece)

Helpline: 022-22873200
Website: www.koreanair.com

Air New Zealand

If you are travelling to and from New Zealand, better choose Air New Zealand, the Flag Carrier of the country. This Auckland based airline has services in 27 domestic and 29 international destinations of 15 countries across the world. The popularity of the brand reached great heights when it was presented with the Airline of the Year Award 2012. The level of comfort, cuisines offered and the overall in-flight services are appropriate to go with your taste and class. The flights of this company provides four classes of services in most of its airbuses i.e., Business Premier, Business Class, Premium Economy, Economy Class.

Indian Destinations Covered by Air New Zealand: New Delhi and Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in Air New Zealand:

• 23 kg for Economy Class
• 2 pcs 23 kg each for Premium Economy Class
• 3 pcs 23 kg each

Helpline: 011-23730864 (New Delhi), 022-26817910 ( Mumbai)
Website: www.airnewzealand.com

British Airways

The flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom, British Airways is the largest airline in terms of fleet size, international destinations and international flights. The main hub of this airline is the London Heathrow Airport and the airline is based in Waterside. The company operates some of the most modern fleets in the world and always takes special care if its level of sophistication in its services. To meet the taste and need of all ranges of travelers the brand has brought four levels of flight-classes i.e., Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class.

Indian Destinations Covered by British Airways: Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in British Airways: Each person can carry one bag weighing 23 kg.

Helpline:  1860 180 3592, 0124-4120715
Website: www.britishairways.com

China Southern Airlines

Asia’s largest airline in terms of fleet size, China Southern airlines is a member of the SkyTeam Airline Alliance. Highly acknowledged for its in-flight services, this brand operates a fleet of 512 modern airbuses which connect 193 cities in 35 countries & regions all over the world. With a very low record of mishaps since its introduction, the airline has won the confidence of the world travelers heading to and from China. The level of effort invested by the flight staff at each level has improved the overall service of the airbuses and the comfort of the travelers. To meet all needs and taste of the travelers most of the flights of this airline has First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class and Economy Class.

Indian Destinations Covered by China Southern Airlines: Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in China Southern Airlines:

• 1 piece for Economy Class
• 2 pieces for Premium Economy Class
• 3 pieces for Business Class
• 3 pieces for First Class

Moreover, in case of first class, upper limit is 32 kg per luggage and for other classes; luggage should not weigh more than 23 kg.

Helpline:  (0086 – 20) 8668 2000
Website: www.csair.com

Airasia

For the travelers who are looking for a budget flight to travel to far away destinations Airasia is the best solution. This leading Malaysian company is known worldwide as the best low-cost airline in the world and operates flights in 100 destinations of 22 countries. All flights of this airline depart from the Low Cost Carrier Terminal of Kuala Lumpur. The flights run by Airasia are mostly of Economic Class which offers best quality comfort. There are separate levels in Economy Class i.e., Low Fare, Hi-Flyer, Premium Flat-bed.

Indian Destinations Covered by Airasia: Bangalore, Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Tiruchirapalli

Checked Baggage Allowances in Airasia: 20kg/ 25kg/ 30kg/ 40kg, it depends on the advance booking and discount rate can be available on airport check-in counters.

Helpline: 044-42948300 (for Indian customers)
Website: www.airasia.com

Finnair

One of the oldest airlines in the world, Finnair is the Flag Carrier of Finland and the largest airline in the country. With the stellar record of rare mishaps since its introduction, this airline has rightly got the tag of one of the safest airlines in the world. It is a member of the Oneworld Airline Alliance and has its services in 86 destinations in the world. The headquarter of this airline is in Vantaa and Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is its main hub. The Finnair operated flights are of Economy Class and never compromises with the comfort of the journey.

Indian Destinations Covered by Finnair: Delhi

Checked Baggage Allowances in Finnair: It depends on the first come first serve basis. The luggage limit is mentioned on the ticket.

Helpline: 18001021233
Website: www.finnair.com

KLM

Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij N.V. in short KLM is the flag carrier airline of the Netherlands. It’s headquarter is at Amstelveen which is very close to its hub at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. It is known to be the oldest airline in the world which is running under its original name and the flights connect 90 destinations across the world. In this competitive world of aviation industry, the brand aims to be smarter than the rest and thus it offers wide range of flexible choices to its travelers. Presenting reliability and a healthy dose of Dutch pragmatism, this airline company has gained wide acceptance in Europe as well as the connecting countries. The flights of this airline offer two classes of travel i.e., Business Class and Economy Class.

Indian destinations covered by KLM: Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in KLM:

• 23 kg for Economy Class passengers
• Each max 32 kg for Business Class

Helpline: 1800 180 00 44
Website: www.klm.com

Virgin Atlantic

This British airline company is owned by the Virgin Group of Sir Richard Branson and connects 34 destinations worldwide. Though the flights are mainly operated from London Heathrow and Gatwick, yet it has a secondary base at Manchester, and a seasonal base at Glasgow as well. The flights of this airways offer three travel classes i.e., Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class. Each flight of this brand has excellent in-flight service which will add to your comfortable fly and each seat is equipped with separate on-demand entertainment service. Some of the new flights have facilities to access television programmes, films, video games, music other fun elements via a touch-screen control and a touch-sensitive screen.

Indian Destinations Covered by Virgin Atlantic: Delhi and Mumbai

Checked Baggage Allowances in Virgin Atlantic:

• One bag weighing up to 23 kg for Economy Class
• Two bags each weighing 23 kg for Premium Economy Class
• Three bags weighing 32 kg each for Upper Class

Helpline: 0124-4693030
Website: www.virgin-atlantic.com

Air France

If you are planning to fly to and from France, you should book your ticket in Air France. This French Flag Carrier Airline is a founding member of the Sky Team global airline alliance and one of the most reliable airlines in France. The global hub of this airline is at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, with some other secondary hubs across the country. The flights of this airline have three travel classes- Economy, Premium Economy, Alize, Business and La Premiere (First). Not just the Business or La Premiere Class, the brand offers a wide range of services in Economy Class as well. Delicious three course cold meal is served in mid-haul flights. Free alcoholic beverages including Champagne are available in every flight.

Indian Destinations Covered by Air France: New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore

Checked Baggage Allowances in Air France: For separate region there are separate allowances. Select your region and check your baggage allowance in Air France’s official page.

Helpline: 1800 1800 033
Website: www.airfrance.com

Asiana Airlines

One of the two major airlines of South Korea, Asiana Airlines is a global airline connecting 73 cities of the world. The headquarter of this airline is in Asiana Town building of Seoul and its international hub is at Incheon International Airport. The major concern of this airline is ensuring safety of travelers and offering the ultimate comfort of flying on air. The flights of this airways offer five types of travel classes i.e., First Suite Class, First Class, Business Smartium Class, Business Class and Travel Class. The in-flight services of this airline are completely out of the box as each single class has unique facilities to enhance the comfort and convenience of air-travel. To maximize your privacy, a few seats are attached with two sliding doors, which can be transformed to cabins after closing the sliders.

Indian Destinations Covered by Asiana Airlines: Delhi

Checked Baggage Allowances in Asiana Airlines:

• 20 kg for Economy Class
• 30 kg for Business Class
• 40 kg for First Class

Helpline: 011-25654001/2
Website: us.flyasiana.com

There are a number of other airlines that connect India from different corners of the world, but all are not equally worthy and may spoil the charm of flying to your dreamland mid-way. Thus to give you a brief idea about air travel, we have brought you the necessary info in a nutshell. For more details always refer to the official websites mentioned after each airline’s primary info.

Published: 14 Nov, 2018By Kamlesh Nayal