Flight Fares Expected to Remain High from 15-17 August
With the 15th of August (Independence Day) falling just six days after the festival, and coinciding with Janmashtami on the 16th and a Sunday on the 17th, these three days are also expected to see elevated flight prices.
Ahmedabad Air Service Suspended
The once-a-week flight to Ahmedabad has been suspended since last month, leaving travellers reliant on trains. This follows the earlier suspension of flights to Hyderabad and Kolkata. Trains Overbooked
The situation is equally challenging for rail travel during Raksha Bandhan. Tickets for long-distance trains to Mumbai, Bangalore, and other destinations are unavailable, forcing many passengers to consider flights as an alternative.
Fare Comparison: Then and Now
City – Previous Fare – Current Fare
New Delhi – ₹3071 – ₹10303 Mumbai – ₹4354 – ₹9179 Bangalore – ₹5271 – ₹9226 Over 24,000 Passengers Monthly
Gwalior sees over 24,000 passengers travelling to and from other cities each month, with Mumbai and Delhi accounting for the largest share. However, in June, Bangalore saw the second-highest number of passengers after Mumbai.