Air India has announced a new interline partnership with Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, effective December 11, 2025. The agreement enables seamless travel across 70 destinations in 18 countries, boosting connectivity in Southeast Asia, North Asia, and Australasia, while enhancing passenger convenience through single-ticket itineraries and coordinated baggage handling.
Air India has entered into a unilateral interline partnership with Scoot, significantly expanding its international reach. The collaboration allows Air India passengers to access Scoot’s extensive network of over 70 destinations across Asia and Australasia, including unique locations not covered by Air India’s existing partnerships.
Destinations added through this partnership include Macau (China), Padang and Labuan Bajo (Indonesia), Kota Kinabalu and Langkawi (Malaysia), Davao (Philippines), Koh Samui and Chiang Mai (Thailand), and Nhatrang (Vietnam). This expansion strengthens Air India’s connectivity via Singapore, a major aviation hub.
The agreement ensures seamless travel on a single ticket, coordinated flight schedules, and streamlined baggage handling, offering passengers greater convenience. It also aligns with Air India’s broader strategy to enhance its global footprint following its merger with Vistara and ongoing fleet modernization.
Key Highlights
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Partnership: Air India signs interline agreement with Scoot (subsidiary of Singapore Airlines).
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Network Expansion: Access to 70+ destinations in 18 countries via Singapore.
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Unique Additions: Macau, Labuan Bajo, Langkawi, Davao, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai, among others.
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Passenger Benefits: Single-ticket itineraries, coordinated schedules, and baggage handling.
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Strategic Fit: Strengthens Air India’s Asia-Pacific presence amid global expansion plans.
Sources: Air India Official Press Release, ET TravelWorld