Book a domestic or international flight with Air India and choose from the multiple options available for a hassle-free journey. With Air India, explore a wide range of destinations and get nonstop flights at the best fare.

As the national carrier of New India, Air India provides a vast network of both international and domestic flights. With our direct nonstop, codeshare and interline international flights, one can travel to any part of the world seamlessly. Choose Air India and experience Indian hospitality, vibrant flavours and emotions each time you fly with us.

Benefits of flight booking directly with Air India

On booking flights directly with Air India, passengers can enjoy a wide range of benefits:

Multiple flight options to choose from for a single destination as per your preference
Browse through our special flight offers before booking your domestic flights
Upgrade your cabin class and check out the benefits that come along
Save time and money at the airport by prepaying for any excess baggage six hours before departure
Do you have dietary preferences? Book your meal while booking your domestic flight and enjoy your choice of meal in the air
Earn miles and rewards with your Maharaja Club membership and redeem points for upgrades and other offers

Types of cabins in Air India flights

Air India operates four types of cabin classes for international flights and two cabin classes for domestic flights. The cabin classes can differ according to routes and aircraft type.

First class (international flights only)

Our first-class cabin, reserved only for 12 guests, offers a beautiful experience in the sky. Enjoy our comfortable 180-degree recline sleeperette, two-abreast seating, entertainment system and exclusively curated menu for a great culinary experience. With our hospitality, amenities and services, we ensure that your travel is a memorable one.

Business class (international and domestic flights)

Every time you fly business class with Air India, your experience starts right at the airport with an exclusive check-in and lounge facility. Onboard, each business class traveller enjoys spacious cabins and plush seats, along with a wide range of meals and beverages to choose from. Air India strives to make your journey as seamless and hassle-free as possible.

Premium economy class (international flights only)

Currently available on select routes, premium economy presents exclusive amenities and privileges. This new cabin class offers travellers hot towels on seating, more legroom, comfortable seats, premium dining options, a wide selection of beverages, noise-cancellation headphones and special TUMI kits.

Economy class (international and domestic flights)

Air India is committed to providing excellent services and amenities to travellers across flights. Enjoy comfortable seating, complimentary hot meals, beverages, and if you're flying internationally, inflight entertainment options are also available.

How to book flight ticket online on Air India?

Follow these five simple steps to book your online tickets effortlessly:

Step 1

Visit the Air India website

Step 2

Enter your trip details.

Step 3

Choose your preferred flights.

Step 4

'Fill Passenger Details' and proceed to payment.

Step 5

Check your email or SMS for booking confirmation.

How to check the flight status and schedule?

Follow these simple steps to check your flight status:

Step 1

Click the flight status tab under 'Book and Manage'.

Step 2

Enter the flight number and date.

Step 3

Click 'Show Flights' to retrieve the flight status.

Follow these steps to check your flight schedule:

Step 1

Click Flight Schedule.

Step 2

Choose your travel type and enter the dates.

Step 3

Select the origin city as the departure and destination city as the arrival.

Step 4

Click 'Submit' for an instant update on your flight schedule.

How to web check-in for the upcoming flight?

Follow these steps to save your valuable time and secure your preferred seats by completing a web check-in:

Step 1

Visit Air India web check-in.

Step 2

Enter booking reference number and passenger's last name

Step 3

Select the number of passengers and your preferred seats.

Step 4

Make payments, if required, to complete the check-in process.

Step 5

Check your email or SMS for boarding pass.

Note: Passengers can check in 48 hours in advance and up to two hours before departure at the airport. The web check-in is available up to two hours before departure for international flights and up to one hour for domestic flights.

When is the best time to book air tickets with Air India?

International flight tickets can be purchased 361 days in advance, while for domestic flights, you can make bookings until two hours before departure. Furthermore, business class travellers can choose between 'web special' business and 'super value' business class, while for economy class, you can choose from 'super value', 'flexi saver' and 'flexible' economy at the time of booking to select the offer that suits your requirements.

Documents required to book flights with Air India

Depending on your travel, the documents required can vary. You can carry any of the following documents:

Voter ID card
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Driver's license
Government-issued student identity card
Disability ID card
Pension cards
Passport
Infants and minors need not carry any proof of identity when travelling with parents or guardians. Unaccompanied minors must carry any one of the proof-of-identity documents listed above.

Why choose Air India for your flight booking?

With over 150 direct domestic flights and 125 direct international flights, Air India connects various parts of the country and the globe through its services. Air India has multiple connections between cities, making it easy for travellers to choose from flights of their convenience. Comfortable seats, complimentary meals and generous baggage allowance are some of the reasons to choose Air India for various flights.

Air India connectivity and fleet information

Multiple flight options and connectivity

Being a Star Alliance member, the largest global airline consortium of leading international airlines, Air India offers seamless connectivity and facilities to passengers worldwide. Air India, with its non-stop flights, connects to over 40 destinations globally. You can make use of seamless connections to over 710 destinations globally with multiple alliance partners through codeshare, interline and intermodal connections.
Range of aircraft

Air India continues to invest in the latest aviation technology, and the recent record-breaking order of 470 new aircraft renews our commitment to provide an unforgettable inflight experience. At present, Air India takes to the skies with 128 narrow-body and wide-body Airbus and Boeing aircraft that fly passengers and transport cargo worldwide.

Air India inflight services

At Air India, we ensure you have a wonderful inflight experience across your travel.

Complimentary meals: Air India provides complimentary meals to all its passengers taking domestic flights. We have choices in meals to cater to a wide range of dietary and cultural needs.

Inflight magazine: Our newly launched inflight magazine, namaste.ai, offers a glimpse of the world's favourite travel destinations, culture, showbiz, and what's new in Air India.

Inflight entertainment (for international flights): Catch up on the latest blockbuster movies and TV shows in multiple languages available on your seatback screen.

Air India baggage allowance

Air India provides a generous baggage allowance to all domestic and international travellers, allowing them to pack everything they need for their trip without incurring extra fees. So, whether you are travelling with family or carrying any fragile items, please read our baggage guidelines to ensure that your baggage arrives safely at your destination.

Maharaja Club members enjoy additional baggage privileges. Please check the additional limit before travelling. Also, the baggage policies for some international airports might vary; please read the policies before travelling internationally.

Please note that the weight limit for checked-in baggage varies based on the travel class and route.

Air India Frequent Flyer programme

Our programme helps you get the most out of your journey with incredible rewards and unparalleled benefits. Frequent Flyer programme offers guests the chance to earn valuable frequent flyer rewards on every flight, which can be redeemed for free flights, upgrades, and other exciting benefits.

Additional services offered by Air India

On-ground services

‘Project Abhinandan’ is a step ahead in providing a personalised and hassle free on-ground experience to our passengers. From baggage handling to seamless transfers, and lounge access, our on-ground services ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey for you. Our Service Assurance Officers will be available at check-in areas or lounges, near the boarding gates, during transit, or at the arrival hall.

Onboard amenities

If you are travelling first class, then experience luxury in the sky with a comfortable 180-degree recline sleeperette and the two-abreast seating. Some of the other onboard amenities while flying with Air India include spacious cabins, comfortable seating, delicious meals, and a better cinematic viewing experience, that will make your air travel an experience to remember.

Airport Information

Air India flies to all major airports across the country and would like travellers to experience the best-in-class luxury, amenities, shopping experience and many more that every airport has to offer. Before you embark on your domestic travel, know more about the airports here.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are always delighted to extend special offers to our loyal customers. You can learn about the latest offers here.

Every time you book directly with Air India, you can take advantage of the following benefits:

Vast connectivity across the globe owing to Star Alliance membership
Earn Maharaja Club points
Special offers
Easy upgrades
Refunds and cancellations
Pre-booking of excess baggage

We understand that there are some unavoidable circumstances when you need to reschedule or cancel your flight bookings. To help ease the process, we have put together some guidelines. Please have a look.

For bookings done via a travel agent or any online booking portal, please contact respective helpline numbers.

Follow these simple steps to check your Air India flight status effortlessly —

Step 1 - Click the flight status tab under 'Book and Manage'.
Step 2 - Enter the flight number and date.
Step 3 - Click 'Show Flights' to retrieve the flight status.

Once you have booked tickets and the payment is made, tickets are instantly confirmed. You will receive an email confirmation and text message containing flight details and your travel booking reference number.

Air India provides complimentary meals on all its domestic and international flights. You can choose from a wide range of meal types and pre-book them. Find out more about our dining options.

Air India provides a generous baggage allowance for both domestic and international flights. In case you have excess baggage, save up by prepaying for it. To learn more, please check our guidelines on prepaying for excess baggage.

Under a single group reservation, you can book up to nine passengers, including adults and children. At the same time, infants can travel with adults under the same booking. However, be aware that this number may vary for business or first-class bookings owing to distinct seating arrangements on the aircraft. To do a bulk booking of 10 or more passengers, please send an email to GROUPBOOKING@AIRINDIA.COM.

A piece of baggage is officially considered 'lost' when we can't track it within 21 days from the report filing date. In such cases, you can file a claim request including detailed documentation of the following:

Bag's contents
Item descriptions
Proof of ownership

Benefits of flight booking directly with Air India

Types of cabins in Air India flights

First class (international flights only)

Business class (international and domestic flights)

Premium economy class (international flights only)

Economy class (international and domestic flights)

How to book flight ticket online on Air India?

How to check the flight status and schedule?

How to web check-in for the upcoming flight?

When is the best time to book air tickets with Air India?

Documents required to book flights with Air India

Why choose Air India for your flight booking?

Air India connectivity and fleet information

Multiple flight options and connectivity

Range of aircraft

Air India inflight services

Air India baggage allowance

Air India Frequent Flyer programme

Additional services offered by Air India

On-ground services

Onboard amenities

Airport Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Flight Booking Online at Best Fare

Popular flights from Air India