BENGALURU: After a delayed start, international operations at Terminal 2 (T2) of Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru began on Tuesday.
The first arrival was the Saudi Airlines flight SV866 from Jeddah at at 10.15 am. IndiGo was the first Indian carrier to start international operations from T2 with its flight 6E1167 to Colombo.
From Tuesday onwards, Terminal 1 will serve as the operational hub for domestic flights of IndiGo, Akasa Air, Alliance Air and SpiceJet. Terminal 2 will be dedicated exclusively to all international flights along with domestic flights of AirAsia, Air India, Star Air and Vistara, a statement from Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) said.
Hari Marar, MD and CEO of BIAL, said, “We are thrilled to commence international operations at T2. With its modern infrastructure, efficient processes and diverse retail and dining options, T2 aims to redefine the passenger journey. We look forward to strengthening Bengaluru’s global connectivity while upholding the highest safety standards and ensuring a seamless transition for all international passengers”.
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