Budget carrier SpiceJet is planning a major international expansion, with the aim of enhancing connectivity and providing affordable flight options to travelers. The airline is set to start flights on international medium-haul routes connecting India with Kazakhstan and Vietnam, with new destinations to be announced soon. This expansion plans come on the back of the return of Boeing 737 Max aircraft to SpiceJet’s fleet, which has been gradually increasing since the aircraft’s grounded status was lifted.
In addition to its international expansion, SpiceJet is also introducing 24 new domestic flights as part of its Summer schedule of 2025. The airline is adding three new destinations – Thoothukudi, Porbandar, and Dehradun – and introducing new routes to enhance connectivity. The airline will operate direct flights from Thoothukudi to Chennai and Bengaluru, and from Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai to Dehradun.
SpiceJet had previously raised ₹3,000 crore through the Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) and has recently settled several disputes with aircraft lessors, resulting in substantial savings for the airline. The airline has also renewed its IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification, which is a globally-recognised benchmark for operational safety.
The airline’s expansion plans demonstrate its commitment to enhancing connectivity and providing travelers with more affordable and convenient flight options. With its renewed IOSA certification and significant financial gains from its QIP, SpiceJet is poised to make a significant impact in the aviation industry.