Air India has launched an innovative service called Fare Lock, designed to offer greater booking flexibility for travelers. With Fare Lock, customers can secure their flight fares for 48 hours by paying a nominal fee, allowing them to finalize travel plans without the pressure of immediate fare changes or seat availability issues.

How Fare Lock Works?

The Fare Lock feature can be accessed through Air India's website or mobile app. When booking a flight, travelers can choose the Fare Lock option, pay a non-refundable fee, and hold the fare for 48 hours. During this period, they can return to the website or app to confirm their booking at the locked fare using the 'Manage Booking' feature.

Fare Lock is particularly useful for those who need a bit more time to confirm travel plans. It protects against sudden fare hikes and ensures that the preferred flights remain available. This feature is applicable to flights at least ten days away from the booking date, providing ample time for travelers to finalize their plans.

The fee for using Fare Lock varies based on the route and is applied per ticket. Here is a breakdown of the fees:

Domestic Flights: ₹500

Short-Haul International Flights:

Departing India: ₹850

Arriving in India: USD 10

Long-Haul International Flights:

Departing India: ₹1500

Arriving in India: USD 18

These fees are inclusive of taxes and are non-refundable. The Fare Lock service does not cover any additional services, which can be added at the time of final booking.

Key Terms and Conditions

• The Fare Lock service is available only for Air India flights booked through the Air India website or app.

• It must be used at least 10 days before departure.

• The locked fare is held for 48 hours, after which the booking must be confirmed.

• No modifications can be made to the booking during the Fare Lock period.

• The service is not applicable to promotional prices, sale fares, special fares, group bookings, or flights with codeshare partners.

Air India continues to enhance the travel experience by integrating advanced technology into its services. By offering Fare Lock, the airline aims to meet the varied needs of its customers, ensuring a smoother and more personalized booking process.