Goa's new airport gets 1st flight from Hyderabad

Hyderabad: GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited said it launched the first flight from the city to the newly inaugurated Goa Manohar International Airport on Thursday.

The airport at Mopa in Goa became operational with IndiGo flight from Hyderabad landing its first flight there. The inaugural flight, Indigo 6E 6145 took off with 179 passengers from the city at 7.40 am. In addition to Indigo, Go First airlines also commenced its daily flight service to Manohar International Airport on Thursday.

The Manohar International Airport, built on 2,132 acres, is located at Pernem Taluka in North Goa, 35 km from capital Panaji. Akasa Air will soon follow these airlines with a daily flight service to this airport.

Pradeep Panicker, CEO, GHIAL said, "We are excited to launch the first flight service to New Goa Manohar International airport at Mopa. With the airport getting operational, tourists are in for a delightful travel experience from all aspects. With 24x7 flight services, the international airport, will attract a great deal of tourism and boost the State's economy. There is a substantial segment of tourists who travel to Goa from Hyderabad and the new Goa airport has the potential to cater to this demand."