Passengers in Belagavi have expressed disappointment after the daily flight service to Delhi was reduced to just three flights a week. The revised schedule, effective from July 1 until October, is reportedly the result of rising fuel costs and other financial considerations.
Under the new timetable, flights between Belagavi and Delhi will operate only on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. While the departure and arrival timings remain unchanged, the reduced frequency is expected to make travel planning more difficult for passengers.
The Belagavi-Delhi route is widely used by business travellers, government officials, students, and tourists. With the daily service no longer available, many passengers may have to rely on connecting flights or alternative travel options. Some concerns reduced availability could lead to higher airfares, adding to the cost of travel.
The latest reduction comes soon after another setback for air travellers. From June 15, one of the two daily flights on the Belagavi-Bengaluru route was withdrawn, leaving passengers with fewer travel choices. The cut in Delhi services has only added to the growing frustration among frequent flyers.
Other Routes Yet to Return
Belagavi currently has direct flight connectivity to Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Delhi. However, several other routes that were suspended over the past year are yet to be restored.
With connectivity gradually shrinking, passengers fear that more services could be reduced if demand and operational challenges persist. Many residents are now urging the authorities and airline operators to prioritise passenger convenience and restore flight frequencies wherever possible.