Now book cheap Jet Airways, Air India, SpiceJet tickets from IRCTC, here's what you should know

After making things easier for train passengers by introducing more flexible options on multiple platforms , the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corp (IRCTC) has also decided to strengthen it's foothold in the aviation sector by giving best fares in major airlines like Jet Airways, Air India and Air Vistara. Now, through IRCTC, one can book air tickets at the lowest convenience charge of Rs 59, and one can book tickets through mobile apps as well. 

On Friday, IRCTC through its Twitter account said, “Get the #best #deals on #flight #tickets when you #travel both within #India and #Abroad! Take your family in full-fledged comfort via the #IRCTCAir app, available for both #iOS & #Android!.”

Log on to https://www.air.irctc.co.in/ 

So, in case if you plan to book an air ticket, here are some few facts you should remember. 

Jet Airways (9W), Air India (AI) and Air Vistara (UK) are offered as full service airlines. They offer full services including free in-flight meals.

Low Cost Carriers presently include SpiceJet (SG), IndiGo (6E), GoAir (G8) and Air Asia(I5)

Low cost Carriers are known for their lower fares and the exclusion of services such as free in-flight meals.

An airline PNR is the Passenger Name Record, and is the reference for the particular booking that is logged in the Airline Reservation System. The airlines will be able to assist you with the help of this number.

At the moment, a maximum of 7 people can be included in the same ticket. For making a bulk or group booking, contact airlines.

Hold reservation is not possible through the website.

At the moment our site does not allow open ended bookings.

For payment, options like Credit Cards: Visa/MasterCard, Net Banking, Paymate Pay Through Mobile and UPI is available. 

Meal Requests can be provided while making the booking. However the same cannot be guaranteed as it is subject to availability. This feature is available only for Full Service Carriers.

Note that all cancellations have to be done at least 6 hours prior to the flight departure time.

Cancellation charges are as per the Airline rules and policies; these are mentioned in the Voucher for your reference. Additionally IRCTC cancellation charges of Rs.250 per passenger per sector will be charged in addition to the above charges.

The refund will be processed by us in 7 working days from the time of cancellation; it would take additional 4-5 working days for the bank to credit it into your account.

Most flights provide an option of rescheduling your journey. Rescheduling Charges may apply based on the Airline policy. Additionally there will be an administrative charge of Rs 300. You may reschedule your tickets by calling our airlines directly.

You can also sign in to your Account of air.irctc.co.in and check the Transection history. or call IRCTC Customer Care:-1800 110 139.