As IndiGo prepares for its entry into the long-haul market, exciting developments are on the horizon. With plans to wet-lease six B787-9 Dreamliners from Norse Atlantic Airways starting in early 2025 and discussions to accelerate Airbus A350-900 deliveries, IndiGo is setting the stage to expand its network and offering non-stop connections to Europe.
The initial deployment of the widebody fleet could include routes to London Heathrow (LHR) and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) — two destinations identified as key priorities. Inspired by these news, we analyzed the O&D market sizes from India to European airports to uncover potential opportunities.

Here’s what we found:
London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, and Frankfurt (FRA) lead the ranking, confirming their status as major hubs for India-Europe travel.
Interestingly, Manchester (MAN) and Dublin Airport (DUB) — ranked 7th and 8th respectively — currently lack non-stop flights to or from India, presenting a compelling opportunity for IndiGo or other carriers to establish new connections.

As IndiGo steps into the widebody game, its move into long-haul travel could address growing demand and strengthen ties between India and Europe, meeting the needs of both business and leisure travelers.

Which European destinations do you think should be next on IndiGo’s radar? Share your thoughts below!

To uncover untapped opportunities for your airline or airport, learn how BEONTRA’s Route Forecasting solution can support your network planning efforts: www.beontra.com/solutions.

As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to set our sights on what’s coming in 2025. One exciting development is Norse Atlantic Airways’ plan to establish operations in Sweden, with Stockholm ARN to Bangkok (BKK) announced as the first route.

It seems logical that Norse picked BKK as their starting point — with 162,000 passengers in the past 12 months, it is by far the largest long-haul market from ARN.
Inspired by this, we analyzed the long-haul O&D markets (5000+ km) from ARN to uncover further opportunities for Norse or other carriers. Here are some key findings:
The next largest markets are Newark (EWR) and New York JFK, underscoring strong transatlantic demand.

The largest unserved markets? Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), and Boston (BOS) — potential candidates for future expansion.

Strategic long-haul connections like these could further strengthen ARN’s role as a gateway for both leisure and business travel.

Curious to explore untapped opportunities for your airport or airline? Discover how BEONTRA’s Route Forecasting solution can help: www.beontra.com/solutions.

While airlines and airports meet in Singapore for the IATA Slot Conference 🤝 to secure the best slots and refine schedules, we’re looking ahead at where Singapore Changi Airport could grow its network.
Using BEONTRA’s Route Forecasting solution, we’ve identified the top 10 unserved markets with the highest passenger demand to and from Singapore (SIN).

Here are some highlights:
CTS (Sapporo): A key gateway to Hokkaido, Sapporo attracts significant leisure demand, particularly for winter tourism, making it a promising connection for travelers from Southeast Asia.
CGQ (Changchun): Located in Northeast China, Changchun is a growing economic hub with increasing outbound travel demand, making it a strong candidate for enhanced connectivity with Southeast Asia.
GVA (Geneva): Known as a global hub for finance and diplomacy, Geneva offers a high-yield market with strong demand from business travelers and premium passengers, making it an attractive opportunity for airlines.

Singapore Changi is well-positioned to further solidify its role as a global hub, and our analysis provides insights into where the next great connections might emerge.

Want to uncover high-potential markets for your network strategy? Learn more: www.beontra.com/solutions.

Great news! Malaysia Airlines has announced it will restart its service from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) in March 2025. Paris CDG isn’t just another destination—it’s currently the #1 unserved market from Kuala Lumpur by passenger demand, making this move a significant step in reconnecting key long-haul markets. 🌍

But Paris is only the beginning. Using BEONTRA’s Route Forecasting solution, we’ve uncovered other top unserved markets from Kuala Lumpur, including Cairo (CAI), Zurich (ZRH), Milan Malpensa (MXP), and Frankfurt (FRA). These routes represent untapped potential, offering substantial opportunities for future growth.

As Malaysia Airlines reestablishes its global presence, BEONTRA’s data-driven insights highlight clear opportunities for expanding their route network. The resumption of service to Paris is a strong start, and we’re excited to see which routes could follow next!

Interested in how BEONTRA can help your airport or airline unlock new market potential? Find out more: www.beontra.com/solutions.

In a recent interview with Aviation Week Network, Prague Airport laid out its ambitious plans to expand into new long-haul markets. Notably, destinations like Hanoi and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi were highlighted as key targets. Our latest analysis using BEONTRA’s Route Forecasting solution reveals that this strategy is fully aligned with the data, as both cities rank high in unserved market demand from Prague. 📊

But the opportunity doesn’t stop there. BEONTRA’s analysis shows that 8 out of the top 10 unserved markets from Prague are in North America, underscoring significant potential for new connections across the Atlantic.
As Prague Airport positions itself for long-haul growth, these data-driven insights offer a clear roadmap for airlines to tap into unmet demand. With the return of international travel, we’re excited to see how Prague’s vision unfolds.

Interested in how BEONTRA can help your airport or airline optimize route development? Discover more: www.beontra.com/solutions.

The global transition to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is rapidly gaining momentum. By 2050, legislation is expected to drive SAF to comprise 75% of jet fuel use in the UK and 70% across the EU. In the USA, the Grand Challenge Roadmap outlines a target of 35 billion gallons (130 billion liters) of SAF annually.

🌱 The challenge? Airports will need to invest heavily in infrastructure to support this diverse fuel mix – SAF from biomass feedstock, synthetic SAF from captured carbon, pure hydrogen, and even electric alternatives. This shift from a single fuel type to a complex ecosystem requires forward-thinking planning.

🚀 Where BEONTRA comes in: Our demand forecasting expertise helps airports navigate this complex transition. We deliver accurate forecasts and flight-by-flight design schedules for any time horizon, enabling airports to anticipate aircraft movements and their specific fuel needs. With these insights, airports can strategically plan the infrastructure necessary to support SAF adoption, ensuring they’re ready for the future of aviation.

Ready to future-proof your airport’s fuel infrastructure? Learn more about our Managed Services: https://www.beontra.com/managed-services/