Uganda Airlines finally launched its long-promised direct flights to Mumbai, increasing options for travellers along the East Africa-India air corridor, but pitting regional airlines in a quadrangle of competition that is likely to exert pressure on fares and yields.
The Ugandan flag carrier made its inaugural flight to India’s financial capital on October 7, which it will serve three times a week. The route, first promised two years ago, is Uganda Airlines 12th destination and the second off the African mainland. It comes ahead of services between Entebbe and Lagos, which launch next week.
