Air India has officially begun operations to Ludhiana's Halwara airport, becoming the first airline to provide commercial services at this newly opened facility. The inaugural flight from Delhi landed at 7:03 am, and the return flight departed at 8:00 am. Air India will operate two daily flights using its A320 family aircraft, with schedules designed to facilitate seamless connections to its extensive international network from Delhi. Notable destinations accessible through this network include London, Paris, Milan, Rome, and Birmingham, allowing travelers to enjoy the convenience of a single ticket and unified baggage allowance. The daily flight schedule includes departures from Delhi at 5:55 am and 12:55 pm, with corresponding returns from Ludhiana at 7:55 am and 2:40 pm. Despite ongoing airspace restrictions and high jet fuel prices leading to temporary rationalizations of certain international routes through August 2026, Air India maintains a robust operation of over 1,200 international flights monthly across five continents. Affected passengers will receive alternative travel arrangements or refunds as needed.