Philippine Airlines to Add Delhi‑Mumbai Links to Its Australia Network by Late 2026

Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced plans to broaden its Australia‑India connectivity with direct services to India’s capital and commercial hub. Starting in December 2026, pending clearance from the Indian authorities, PAL will run three weekly flights between Manila and Delhi and four weekly flights between Manila and Mumbai. These new routes will be slotted into PAL’s existing schedule that already ties Sydney, Melbourne and other Australian cities to Manila, creating more one‑stop options for travelers heading to the subcontinent.

For the South‑Asian diaspora, the expansion promises smoother, shorter journeys for family visits, business trips and tourism, reducing reliance on multiple carriers or longer layovers. It also opens up additional cargo capacity, which could benefit exporters and importers dealing with Indian markets. PAL’s move reflects a broader trend of airlines seeking to tap into the growing demand for direct air links between Australia’s sizable Indian community and the Indian megacities they call home.

The rollout will be monitored closely as both governments finalize the necessary permissions, but the airline’s schedule suggests a robust commitment to serving the needs of the diaspora and strengthening trans‑pacific trade ties.