Direct flights from BBSR to Dubai, Singapore

Biju Patnaik airport has undergone a metamorphosis in the last five years on several fronts, be it augmentation of operational capabilities, up-gradation of terminal building, improvement of air traffic control or enhancing security apparatus in and around the airport.

“As we are going to use the old domestic terminal for international operations, we have to meet a lot of requirements before we start. However, things are moving fast and we are almost ready. The only thing we are waiting for is an international tag, which will be given by the ministry of civil aviation. We are expecting the ministry’s nod by March 31”, airport director Sharad Kumar said.

“Initially there will be direct flights from Bhubaneswar to five prominent places like Qatar, Bangkok, Singapore, Colombo and Dubai. It is heartening that even though the airport is awaiting an international tag, several fliers have expressed interest to run flights. Indigo, Fly Dubai, Silk air and Thai Airways have already committed to operate from here”, he added.