Air Tickets
Air ticketing is the process of booking and issuing flight tickets for domestic or
international travel. It includes reservation, pricing, ticket issuance, and cancellation
policies.
Types of Air Tickets
✈️ 1. One-Way Ticket
Allows travel to a destination without a return trip.
Suitable for immigrants, students, and business travelers.
✈️ 2. Round-Trip Ticket
Covers both departure and return flights.
Usually cheaper than two separate one-way tickets..
✈️ 3. Direct, Non-Stop & Connecting Flights
Non-Stop Flight: No layovers (e.g., New York → London).
Direct Flight: May stop but no change of planes.
Connecting Flight: Requires changing planes (e.g., New York → Paris → Rome).
✈️ 4. Economy, Business & First Class
Economy: Cheapest, basic seating, limited services
Business: Extra legroom, priority check-in, better meals.
First Class: Luxury seats, premium dining, lounge access.
Air Ticketing Process
✅ 1. Flight Search & Reservation
Use airline websites, travel agencies, or online portals (Expedia, Skyscanner, Google Flights).
Compare prices, layovers, baggage policies.
✅ 2. Ticket Booking
Provide full name (as per passport), travel date, destination.
Select class (Economy, Business, First) & seat preference.
✅ 3. Payment & Ticket Issuance
Payment via Credit/Debit card, PayPal, or UPI.
Get an e-ticket (PDF or mobile ticket) with a PNR number.
✅ 4. Check-In (Online or Airport)
Online Check-In: Opens 24-48 hours before departure.
Airport Check-In: Arrive 2-3 hours before the flight.
