Travelers searching for flights on Skyscanner can now access Akasa Air’s domestic and international fares, following a new partnership announced on June 3, 2024. This partnership expands travel options for Skyscanner’s more than 110 million monthly users. The partnership comes at a time when the Indian travel market is experiencing significant growth. Data from Skyscanner Travel Insights shows that domestic searches for travel within India will increase 19 percent year-on-year by 2024. International travel demand from India has also surged, with searches for ‘anywhere’ destinations increasing by a whopping 122 percent year-on-year. -year. The top domestic destinations for Indian travelers in 2024 include:
1. New Delhi
2.Bengaluru
3. Mumbai
4. Goa
5. Hyderabad
Top international destinations for Indian travelers in 2024 include:
1. Dubai
2. London
3. Bangkok
4. Toronto
5. Jeddah
Commenting on the partnership, Hugh Aitken, VP of strategic relationships and development at Skyscanner, said: “We are delighted to be working with one of India’s fastest growing airlines, Akasa Air. At Skyscanner, it’s crucial that we connect travelers to all available travel options. Adding Akasa to our offering is an important step in better serving Indian travelers. We have seen exceptional growth in the Indian market in recent years and today’s Indian travelers want a seamless mobile-first and stress-free travel planning experience. We are committed to making this happen for them while helping our partners outperform the market.”
This wider choice of airline tickets is expected to benefit both travelers and Akasa Air. Travelers can now compare prices and potentially find more affordable options for their travels, while Akasa Air gains exposure to a wider audience of potential customers. The Indian aviation industry is booming and Akasa Air is a fast-growing player in this market. By partnering with a global platform like Skyscanner, the airline can reach a broader group of travelers, both nationally and internationally. Praveen Iyer, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at Akasa Air said, “We are happy to partner with a global travel agency. leader in Skyscanner to reach new customers in both domestic and international markets. We look forward to growing and expanding our partnership in the coming years.”
Skyscanner remains a major player in the travel search market. The platform saw record demand in early 2024 and held the title of fastest-growing travel metasearch engine by 2023. They claim to continue to work with various travel industry players including airlines, tourism organizations and destination marketing companies.
