MANAMA-Bahrain’s primary airline, Gulf Air (GF), keeps improving its daily schedule to India. For the summer of 2025, the airline will be making some significant changes.
The winter 2024 season also saw significant changes to Gulf Air’s India network. The airline will also make additional changes, such as cutting back on some routes and increasing others.
Gulf Air India flight Adjustments
These additional modifications demonstrate Gulf Air’s efforts to streamline its operations and better fit with passenger demand in India’s important markets. The cities of South India are undergoing transformations.
According to The Indian Aviation Guy on Twitter (X), Gulf Air (GF) would make alterations to its network in four Indian cities. Gulf Air (GF) will reduce its flight schedule in two of these cities.
Kozhikode (CCJ):
The airline will eventually travel to Kozhikode, popularly known as Calicut, a city on the Malabar coast in the Indian state of Kerala. The last flight is scheduled to depart Kozhikode (CCJ) on March 28, 2025. Gulf Air (GF) now flies four flights per week and competes with Air India Express. Air India Express (AIX) also runs four flights each week in the sector.
Kerela is traditionally thought to have great demand in the Gulf region. This move by the airline is somewhat shocking. However, there is no obvious reason why the airline is discontinuing service to Kozhikode (CCJ). Maybe Gulf Air (GF) can’t compete with Air India Express (AIX) in the sector.
Kochi (COK):
Gulf Air will lower flying frequency to three times per week beginning on April 6, 2025. The airline now performs four flights each week using Airbus A320 planes.
Gulf Air competes with Air India Express (AIX) in this sector. Air India Express (AIX) flies six times a week between Kochi (COK) and Bahrain.
The other two cities to experience adjustments will have an increase in capacity by the carrier.
Goa Dabolim (GOI):
Gulf Air (GF) will boost flights to seven times per week. The airline now operates four flights each week in the sector.
The addition of daily flights indicates the strong and growing travel demand to Goa. There is no other airline operating in this sector.
Bengaluru (BLR):
Gulf Air (GF) plans to add the most capacity to Bengaluru (BLR) during the summer season of 2025. The airline intends to boost its presence in Bengaluru (BLR).
According to reports, Gulf Air (GF) has started bookings for a second flight that will operate seven times each week. The airline now offers flights to Bengaluru (BLR) seven times a week. The introduction of this additional service will increase the airline’s capacity to the city.
A few weeks ago, the airline announced plans to lower the frequency of flights to Bengaluru (BLR) to six times weekly. However, it appears that the airline was in the process of revamping their GDS. Gulf Air now aims to fly twice a day beginning March 31, 2025.
Bottom Line
Gulf Air (GF) has recently announced plans to expand its network across Europe through 2024. The airline added flights to cities like Athens (ATH) in Greece and Munich (MUC) in Germany. The airline intends to expand further in 2025.
Gulf Air appears to have shifted its priority to connecting passengers. This could be why the airline is expanding its presence in one of India’s three most important airports, Bengaluru (BLR).
Gulf Air (GF) is anticipated to make further modifications to its network in the coming days. It will be interesting to observe how things develop in the future.
What changes has Gulf Air announced for its flights to India in Summer 2025?
Gulf Air has announced adjustments to its flight frequencies to Kochi, Goa, and Bengaluru for the Summer 2025 schedule.
How will Gulf Air’s flight schedule to Kochi change in Summer 2025?
Starting April 6, 2025, Gulf Air will reduce its flights to Kochi from four times a week to three times a week.
What is the reason for the reduction in flights to Kochi?
The adjustment is part of Gulf Air’s strategic planning for the Summer 2025 schedule; specific reasons for the reduction have not been publicly disclosed.
Will there be any changes to Gulf Air’s flights to Goa?
Yes, Gulf Air plans to increase its flights to Goa from four times a week to daily flights, starting in Summer 2025.
What changes are planned for Gulf Air’s Bengaluru flights?
Gulf Air intends to double its flights to Bengaluru, introducing a second daily flight starting March 31, 2025.
Why is Gulf Air increasing flights to Goa and Bengaluru?
The increase reflects strong and growing travel demand to these destinations.
How can passengers book flights with Gulf Air for Summer 2025?
Passengers can book flights through Gulf Air’s official website, mobile app, or authorized travel agents.
Will there be any changes to Gulf Air’s other destinations in India?
As of now, no changes have been announced for Gulf Air’s other destinations in India.
What aircraft will Gulf Air use for these routes?
Gulf Air currently operates Airbus A320 aircraft on these routes; any changes to aircraft type have not been specified.
Where can I find more information about Gulf Air’s flight schedules?
For the most up-to-date information, visit Gulf Air’s official website or contact their customer service.
