Jetstar Asia Commences Service between Singapore And Kolkata

Jetstar Asia commenced its India operations last month with flights from Kolkata to Singapore. The entry of Jetstar Asia marks a new chapter in Indian aviation, as it is the first value-for-money airline from Singapore to establish links with India. The airline flies three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday) with A320 aircraft between Singapore and Kolkata. The flights to Kolkata depart from Changi Airport at 16.30 hrs., and land in Kolkata at 18.00 hrs. The return flight from Kolkata takes off at 19.00 hrs. and lands in Singapore at 01.35hrs. the following morning. The fares everyday start from a low of $218 and are available via the website: www.jetstarasia.com.

While keeping prices low, Jetstar Asia is offering value-for-money services on board which includes the digi-player service (an in-flight entertainment player combining music, movies and sitcoms) on its flights to Kolkata, Hong Kong, Manila and Taipei at a nominal cost of S$12 per passenger. A wide range of hot food, snacks and beverages along with duty free items can also be purchased on board. The airline is a Singapore-based partnership between Qantas (49 per cent), local businessmen Tony Chew (22 per cent) and FF Wong (10 per cent) and Temasek Holdings (19 per cent). It is the regional extension of the Jetstar brand, which was launched by Qantas as a low cost airline in the Australian domestic market. Speaking about the new venture, Ken Ryan, CEO of Jetstar Asia said, “We are delighted to be the first value-for-money airline from Singapore to open this new route to Kolkata. Jetstar Asia is excited to be playing its part in developing tourism and business opportunities between the two countries. Our bold and distinctive brand is indicative of the fresh and vibrant approach towards low cost travel in the region.”