Drukair to Launch Bhutan - Singapore - Palau Flights

Dark/Light Mode (30/10/23)  Royal Bhutan Airlines (Drukair) has confirmed that it will launch direct flights between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Roman Tmetuchl International Airport (ROR) near the former capital of Palau, Koror, on behalf of Alii Palau Airlines.

Scheduled to take off on 23 November 2023, the service will connect three destinations - Bhutan, Singapore and Palau, and follows the signing of an open skies agreement between Singapore and Palau in October 2022.

Royal Bhutan Airlines (Drukair) A320neo

“As we launch our new route from Bhutan to Palau via Singapore's Changi Airport in partnership with Alii Palau Airlines, we're forging a path of unparalleled connectivity,” said Tandi Wangchuk, Chief Executive Officer of Drukair. “This partnership symbolizes our commitment to opening the world to travellers, making the extraordinary journey from the heart of the Himalayas to the pristine shores of Palau more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. We're thrilled to unite these incredible destinations, offering a gateway to adventure, culture, and natural wonders.”

Drukair will operate the route with Airbus A320neo aircraft configured with 140 seats in a two-class configuration comprising 120 seats in Economy Class and 20 in Business Class.

The flight between Singapore and Palau will operate once a week on Thursdays from 23 November to 20 December. From 21 December, flights will be increased to twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays.

Drukair is scheduled to leave Singapore at 00:20, arriving in Koror at 06:40. The flight from Koror is timed to leave at 07:40 and arrive in Singapore at 11:30.

Beauty of Palau Islands

“Changi Airport is happy to welcome a new city link to Palau, which enhances Changi’s network with the Southwest Pacific region,” said Lim Ching Kiat, Executive Vice President of Air Hub and Cargo Development at Changi Airport Group. “With the launch of this non-stop flight, Singapore travellers can now enjoy a seamless travel experience to Palau and visit this island paradise in just five hours. Travellers from Palau can also use the new flight to visit Singapore and other countries, leveraging on Changi Airport’s connectivity to Southeast Asia and beyond. Changi Airport is happy to partner Drukair for this new flight to Palau - we have forged a strong partnership over the years. We look forward to welcoming passengers on the Singapore-Palau route with Alii Palau.”

Palau, an archipelago in the western Pacific Ocean, is renowned for its untouched natural beauty. With crystal-clear waters, thriving coral reefs, and lush forests, it offers a variety of outdoor adventures, including snorkeling, diving, hiking, and wildlife encounters. The Rock Islands Southern Lagoon, an UNESCO World Heritage site, boasts some of the most picturesque landscapes on Earth.

“Alii Palau Airlines is delighted to introduce a new era of convenience with our direct flight, effectively opening the gateway to paradise,” said Akanksha Johri, Alii Palau Airlines Managing Partner. “Palau is now just a five-hour flight away from Singapore, and we firmly believe that this new route will be a game changer for those who were previously deterred by long flight durations. With our non-stop route from Singapore to Palau, this pristine paradise becomes effortlessly accessible from any corner of the world, facilitated by the unparalleled connectivity of Singapore Changi Airport.”

Tickets for this new service are available on Alii Palau Airlines' website from today, 30 October 2023.

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