SpiceJet will connect Shillong with Delhi with non-stop bi-weekly flights starting February 24, airline sources said. An agreement to this effect was signed by SpiceJet and the Meghalaya Transport Corporation on January 14.
Shillong is an important regional hub with several central universities setting up campuses in and around the city. It also houses important regional offices of the government of India.
Shilpa Bhatia, Chief Commercial Officer, SpiceJet said, “We are excited to extend our network to Shillong. Meghalaya is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the North East with magnificent landscape and scenic views and there is a tremendous potential for tourist traffic to the State”.
Non-stop flights providing hassle-free connectivity will provide a major fillip to travel and tourism in the State,” she added. The airline will deploy its Q-400 aircraft on the route.
