CHENNAI Chennai: Royal Brunei Airlines on Tuesday launched its new direct flight between Bandar Seri Begawan and Chennai, the airline's only destination in India. This new service marks the airline's re-entry into India following the suspension of its flights between Singapore and Kolkata following the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York. The 150-seat Airbus A320neo took off from Chennai International Airport around 10:50 pm last night. Landed at the base and was given a ceremonial water cannon salute. The airline offers three weekly flights between Chennai and Bandar Seri Begawan on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, with fares starting at Rs 31,000 for round-trip tickets.
According to the airline's website, the fare for a one-way economy flight from Chennai to Brunei will be Rs 27,640, while a round-trip (Chennai-Brunei-Chennai) ticket will cost Rs 42,679. Rs 86,811. A one-way ticket for business class travel will be priced at Rs 86,811 and a round-trip will be priced at Rs 133,679. Chennai will be the carrier's only destination in India. The flight time is approximately five and a half hours. On Tuesday and Thursday, the flight will depart from Brunei at 8 pm and land in Chennai at 11:50 pm; Then it will reach Brunei at 7:55 am the next day. On Saturday, the flight will land in Chennai at 4:20 am and reach back to Brunei at 12:25 pm.
Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) CEO Captain Sabirin bin Hj Abdul Hamid described the direct service as a bridge between Brunei and India. He said, “This route connects the people of Brunei and our international guests to the vibrant city of Chennai and the many experiences it has to offer, and it enhances travel options for those from India who want to visit the peaceful city of Brunei Darussalam.” Want to explore beauty.”
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