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The 'Coldplay-Diljit Effect': Flight fares soar by 146% for concert cities

Coldplay's performances in Mumbai and Diljit Dosanjh's shows in Chandigarh and other cities are the main contributors to this spike, according to ixigo

The 'Coldplay-Diljit Effect': Flight fares soar by 146% for concert cities
Updated On : 03 Oct 2024 | 1:56 PM IST

Business class for Rs 5555: Star Air's Independence Day sale ends in 2 days

Economy fares start at just Rs 1999 and business class fares begin at Rs 5555.

Business class for Rs 5555: Star Air's Independence Day sale ends in 2 days
Updated On : 13 Aug 2024 | 1:25 PM IST

Cheaper air fares? New DGCA guideline to make flying more affordable

The new DGCA guidelines require airlines to offer these services as "opt-in" options. This means the base fare will not automatically include these charges, and passengers can choose to add them on on

Cheaper air fares? New DGCA guideline to make flying more affordable
Updated On : 29 Apr 2024 | 11:10 AM IST

IndiGo hikes air fares, will charge up to Rs 2,000 for front row seats

Passengers will have to dole out up to Rs 2,000 for front seats having more leg room in IndiGo flights, with the airline hiking the charges. As per the fees and charges mentioned for various services on the airline's website, selecting a window or aisle seat in the front row of an A321 aircraft having 232 seats will cost Rs 2,000, while the amount is Rs 1,500 if it is the middle seat. The charges are the same for these seats in an A321 plane that has 222 seats and in an A320 aircraft having 186 seats. The same tariff is applicable for selecting these seats in an A320 aircraft with 180 seats, according to the airline's website. In the case of ATR planes, the charge for seat selection is up to Rs 500. Aviation analyst Ameya Joshi said the airline has increased the seat selection charge for the front row seats with extra legroom to up to Rs 2,000. Earlier, it was up to Rs 1,500, he added. There was no immediate from IndiGo on hiking the seat selection charge to up to Rs 2,000. Chan

IndiGo hikes air fares, will charge up to Rs 2,000 for front row seats
Updated On : 08 Jan 2024 | 11:05 PM IST

European air fares 'rising way above inflation', says ACI Europe

This rising trend continued into October, ACI said, adding fares were up 47% when booked three months in advance

European air fares 'rising way above inflation', says ACI Europe
Updated On : 14 Nov 2023 | 11:38 PM IST

Air fares fixed by airlines, no governmental control: Centre tells HC

The Centre on Friday told the Kerala High Court that airlines are free to charge air fares as per their operational viability and that it does not interfere in commercial aspects of the airline nor fixing of the airfare. In an affidavit, the union government said the dynamic pricing adopted by the airlines was a global practice and the change in prices are based on algorithms that take into account competitor pricing, supply and demand and other external factors. "Airlines are free to charge airfares as per their operational viability. The government does not interfere either in commercial aspects of airline nor fixing of airfare by them," the affidavit read. In response to a plea filed by one Zainuabideen, challenging the hike by the airlines operating in the Gulf sector in their fares during festival seasons, the central government said dynamic pricing plays a crucial role in determining how airlines improve their revenue per flight. It said the airlines are required to establish

Air fares fixed by airlines, no governmental control: Centre tells HC
Updated On : 10 Nov 2023 | 11:00 PM IST

SC rejects PIL alleging exorbitant air fare for destinations in Gulf

The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a plea alleging exorbitant air fares from destinations like Dubai to Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra asked the Kerala Pravasi Association', which filed the PIL, to move the Kerala High Court with its grievances. The PIL also challenged one of the rules of the Indian Aviation Act which permits airlines to set ticket prices, and alleged it violated the citizens' right to travel and resulted in exploitation of Indian travellers. Having regard to the nature of the cause of action in the present case, we are of the considered view that it would be appropriate for the petitioners to take recourse to the remedy under Article 226 of the Constitution of India. Granting liberty to the petitioners to do so, the Writ Petition is disposed of, the bench said in its order on Wednesday. The association alleged the air fare to and from Gulf destinations to .

SC rejects PIL alleging exorbitant air fare for destinations in Gulf
Updated On : 28 Sep 2023 | 8:01 PM IST

Average air tickets on various domestic routes decline, shows DGCA data

The overall average price of air tickets on various routes, including Delhi-Mumbai, has declined, according to an analysis based on the data compiled by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). In recent times, there has been a steep surge in airfares on certain routes, especially in the wake of the suspension of operations by Go First. Among 10 routes, the average airfares on the Delhi-Mumbai route dropped 74 per cent on June 29 compared to June 6, as per the data compiled by the DGCA's Tariff Monitoring Unit. During the same period, the decline was 70 per cent on the Delhi-Pune route, 72 per cent on the Delhi-Ahmedabad route and 36 per cent on the Delhi-Srinagar route. However, ticket prices rose on some routes during the comparative period. The average fares on Mumbai-Delhi and Pune-Delhi routes rose 23 per cent and 17 per cent. Earlier this month, airfares on various routes had surged, following which Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia had asked representat

Average air tickets on various domestic routes decline, shows DGCA data
Updated On : 30 Jun 2023 | 7:59 PM IST

Delhi-Leh air fare to cross Rs 30k, complaints pour on social media

A flight ticket from Delhi to Leh on February 18 was quoted at Rs 33,000. The airfare was found in the similar range for a ticket on February 19

Delhi-Leh air fare to cross Rs 30k, complaints pour on social media
Updated On : 14 Feb 2023 | 11:14 PM IST

Akasa Air partners with RateGain for dynamic allocation of airfares

Newly launched Akasa Air has partnered with RateGain Travel Technologies for gathering real-time air travel information that will help the airline in deciding dynamic fares. In a release on Friday, RateGain said its AI-powered platform AirGain provides the airline's revenue and pricing teams with the most accurate and reliable market insights to build a competitive pricing strategy. It allows the airline access to act upon changing market dynamics and optimise airfares in real-time to provide the best fares to the customers, the release said. "As Akasa grows, our product AirGain will help in maximizing revenues by providing accurate and real-time competitive intelligence," Bhanu Chopra, Chairman and Managing Director of RateGain, said. According to the release, it provides the user with real-time competitor insights across channels to reduce disparity and revenue losses. "AirGain's nimble solution delivering real-time air travel information across channels will help us achieve a .

Akasa Air partners with RateGain for dynamic allocation of airfares
Updated On : 30 Sep 2022 | 7:08 PM IST

Book air ticket with cheapest flight 21 days in advance: Centre to staff

The Centre has asked its employees to book air tickets with flights having the cheapest fare and at least 21 days prior to avail the most competitive fares and minimize the burden on the exchequer

Book air ticket with cheapest flight 21 days in advance: Centre to staff
Updated On : 30 Aug 2022 | 9:27 PM IST

Govt asks employees to opt for lowest air fare, book 21-days in advance

The Finance Ministry has asked government employees to opt for 'cheapest fare available' on their entitled travel class and book air tickets at least three weeks prior to their date of travel for tours and LTC, as it looks to cut down on unnecessary expenditure. The Ministry further said that employees should book only one ticket for each leg of intended travel, make bookings even if approval of the tour programme is under process and also avoid "unnecessary cancellations". Government employees are currently required to purchase air tickets only from three authorised travel agents -- Balmer Lawrie & Co, Ashok Travel & Tours and IRCTC. Any booking made within less than 72 hours of intended travel on tour or any cancellation made less than 24 hours before intended travel will require the submission of self-declared justification by the employee, as per the modified instructions regarding booking of air tickets on the government account. "Employees are to choose flights having ...

Govt asks employees to opt for lowest air fare, book 21-days in advance
Updated On : 19 Jun 2022 | 11:42 PM IST

Air fares on a high as travel picks up, aviation turbine fuel price spikes

The government has set minimum and maximum fares for domestic flights and these are applicable for up to a fortnight

Air fares on a high as travel picks up, aviation turbine fuel price spikes
Updated On : 05 Mar 2022 | 12:29 AM IST

Average fares on air bubble flights comparable to pre-pandemic level: Govt

Scheduled international passenger flights have been suspended in India since March 23 last year, when the coronavirus pandemic had started spreading across the world.

Average fares on air bubble flights comparable to pre-pandemic level: Govt
Updated On : 07 Dec 2021 | 12:56 AM IST

Ahead of Diwali, domestic airfares soar 30%-45% on high-frequency routes

Increased occupancy coupled with upward revision in fare bands by the government has translated into higher fares during the festive season

Ahead of Diwali, domestic airfares soar 30%-45% on high-frequency routes
Updated On : 21 Oct 2021 | 12:05 AM IST

Ready to fly again: Travel firms expect heavy rush as US lifts curbs

But the slow pace of visa approval remains a challenge

Ready to fly again: Travel firms expect heavy rush as US lifts curbs
Updated On : 17 Oct 2021 | 10:53 PM IST

Fare hike will prune airline losses but slow down traffic growth: experts

On Friday the govt hiked minimum and maximum fare slabs by 12.5%

Fare hike will prune airline losses but slow down traffic growth: experts
Updated On : 14 Aug 2021 | 12:11 AM IST

Vistara announces 48-hr sale on all classes for Aug 1-Oct 12 travel period

Vistara announced a 48-hour sale on all classes of its flights for travel between August 1 and October 12.

Vistara announces 48-hr sale on all classes for Aug 1-Oct 12 travel period
Updated On : 24 Jun 2021 | 11:54 AM IST

DGCA allows airlines to offer fare discount to customers with no baggage

Aviation regulator DGCA on Friday allowed airlines to provide concessions in air fares to customers travelling with no check-in baggage. The move comes days after the Directorate General Civil Aviation (DGCA) provided greater flexibility to domestic carriers on fixing ticket prices by increasing the minimum fare band on domestic flights tickets. "As part of airline baggage policy, scheduled airlines will be allowed to offer free baggage allowance as well as zero baggage/ no check-in baggage fares," DGCA said in a circular on unbundling of services issued on Friday. This will be subject to the condition that the passenger booking ticket under such fare scheme is made aware of the charges that shall be applicable if the passenger turns up with the baggage for check-in at airline counter, it stated. The circular further said on the basis of various feedback received, it is felt that many times these services provided by the airline may not be required by the passenger while ...

DGCA allows airlines to offer fare discount to customers with no baggage
Updated On : 27 Feb 2021 | 12:27 AM IST

Aviation stocks take flight as govt ups fare price band; SpiceJet gains 7%

On Thursday, Ministry of Civil Aviation revised air fare price band on flights with 90 to 120 minutes of duration to Rs 3,900, up from Rs 3,500 earlier

Aviation stocks take flight as govt ups fare price band; SpiceJet gains 7%
Updated On : 12 Feb 2021 | 10:01 AM IST