• Star Air is a prominent national airline in India, committed to Connecting Real India and providing exceptional travel experiences.
• Star Air is the aviation arm of Sanjay Ghodawat Group, a diversified conglomerate with a presence in various high-value business verticals.

New Delhi; 12^th December 2024: In its endeavour to support the Government of India’s UDAN scheme, Star Air, the aviation arm of Sanjay Ghodawat Group and a dynamic player in India’s aviation industry announced the launch of new destinations- Jharsuguda (JRG) and Raipur (RPR). A prominent national airline, Star Air is set to offer a new gift to air travelers in four cities of the nation for the new year. The cities include Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jharsuguda, and Raipur. Starting from 1^st January 2025, Jharsuguda will directly connect to Hyderabad and this will further expand from 1^st February with seamless connectivity between Jharsuguda, Raipur, Lucknow (LKO) and Hyderabad (HYD). This strategic expansion brings the total destinations to 24 and marks a significant milestone in Star Air’s mission to enhance regional connectivity across the country, making travel more accessible, convenient, and affordable for its passengers.

Fostering the last-mile connectivity to tier-2 and tier-3 cities, Star Air has recently announced a pioneering plan to expand its fleet to 25 aircraft over the next three years. This fleet expansion underscores Star Air’s commitment to “Connecting Real India” by enhancing access to quality air travel in underserved areas. The airline currently boasts a fleet of 9 aircraft, comprising 4 Embraer E175s and 5 Embraer E145s, positioning it well for future growth and connectivity.

“The launch of new destinations connecting Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jharsuguda, and Raipur represents a significant step forward in Star Air’s mission to strengthen regional connectivity across India. These flights aim to provide passengers with greater convenience while contributing to the growth of trade, tourism, and economic opportunities in these regions. With each new connection, Star Air reaffirms its dedication to linking underserved cities with major hubs and making seamless, affordable travel a reality.”

Capt. Simran Singh Tiwana, CEO, Star Air

Flight Schedule:

For Jan 2025:

FLIGHT#	SECTOR	STD (IST)	STA (IST)	A/C TYPE	DOOP	Starting Date
S5 226	HYD-JRG	1635	1820	EMB-175	Mon & Sun	01-Jan-25
S5 226	HYD-JRG	1900	2045	EMB-175	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Sat	01-Jan-25
S5 227	JRG-HYD	1850	2035	EMB-175	Mon & Sun	01-Jan-25
S5 227	JRG-HYD	2115	2300	EMB-175	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Sat	01-Jan-25

From Feb 2025:

FLIGHT#	SECTOR	STD(IST)	STA(IST)	A/C TYPE	DOOP	Starting Date
S5 226	HYD-JRG	1620	1805	EMB-175	Daily	01-Feb-25
S5 227	JRG-HYD	2115	2300	EMB-175	Daily	01-Feb-25
S5 230	JRG-RPR	1835	1925	EMB-175	Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun	01-Feb-25
S5 231	RPR-JRG	1955	2045	EMB-175	Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun	01-Feb-25
S5 228	JRG-LKO	1735	1855	EMB-175	Tue, Thu & Sat	01-Feb-25
S5 229	LKO-JRG	1925	2045	EMB-175	Tue, Thu & Sat	01-Feb-25

Passengers can now start booking tickets for the new flights today on Star Air’s official website www.starair.in. 

This expansion is set to significantly boost the tourism and economic landscape across Jharsuguda, Hyderabad, Lucknow, and Raipur. By fostering stronger connections among these vibrant cities, it will create a rich tapestry of cultural exchange and shared heritage enhancing regional connectivity. Both visitors and locals will benefit from increased interactions, embracing the unique traditions, arts, and histories of these cities. Nonetheless, the economic upliftment and tourism will pave the way for more opportunities, driving growth and sustainability within the region.

About Star Air:

“Star Air, the aviation arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG) commenced its commercial operations in 2019 with mission to “Connect Real India” by making air travel affordable and convenient for the Indian populace. Since its inception, Star Air has won the trust and hearts of more than 1.2mn flyers across 21 destinations in India with its promise of Secure, Swift, Spacious, Sincere and Sustainable air-service. Currently, Star Air operates a fleet of nine aircraft, including four Embraer E175s and five Embraer E145s and looking to expand the fleet to 25 aircraft in the next 36 months. It was awarded Best Domestic Airline (RCS) by Wings India in 2022”

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