SpiceJet to commence international operations. Booking opens for flights to Colombo and Kathmandu.

SpiceJet will flag off its first international flight from Delhi to Kathmandu, Nepal on October 7, 2010. This will be followed shortly by the first flight from Chennai to Colombo, Sri Lanka on October 9, 2010. These flights will mark SpiceJet’s venture into the international skies. Bookings for flights between Delhi and Kathmandu, and Chennai and Colombo are now open.

The base fare on the Chennai-Colombo route begins from Rs. 999 (PSF, UDF & Govt. taxes extra). Base fare for the New Delhi- Kathmandu route begins from Rs. 1499(PSF, UDF, fuel charges & Govt. taxes extra). SpiceJet will fly its New Generation Boeing 737-800 (189 seater aircraft) on its newly added international routes. Fares being offered by SpiceJet on the Chennai-Colombo and Delhi-Kathmandu routes are arguably the most competitive in the industry.

Announcing this development, Kishore Gupta, Director, SpiceJet Limited said, "Since the inception of SpiceJet, our goal has been to identify the needs of our passengers and try to fill gaps in connectivity. Driven by the confidence vested in us by our stakeholders and their encouragement over the past 5 years, we are now excited to begin this new chapter in the success story of SpiceJet."

"Near neighbours of India; Sri Lanka and Nepal have much in common; fascinating histories, colourful cultures and stunning scenery. Connecting Colombo and Kathmandu from India further strengthens our relationship and enables the passengers to explore these destinations of choice with India’s most preferred airline at the most fascinating fares. We are delighted to welcome Colombo and Kathmandu as a part of our new global network, and look forward to extending our hospitality to our passengers in this new phase of growth," adds Samyukth Sridharan, Chief Commercial Officer, SpiceJet Limited.