Air India is the national flag carrier of India and one of the oldest airlines in Asia. Air India operates flights to over 100 destinations in 31 countries, as well as domestic flights within India. The Air India is a member of Star Alliance, a global airline alliance that offers customers access to a worldwide network of flights and services. If you are planning to fly with Air India, you might be wondering about the payment options available for booking your ticket. In this article, we will explain the different ways you can pay for your flight on Air India’s website, mobile app or service center.
Debit and Credit Cards
One of the most common and convenient ways to pay for your flight is by using your debit or credit card. Air India accepts the following payment cards: American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB and UATP / AirPlus. The payment cards accepted may vary depending on your country of departure and the currency of payment.
You can book your flight easily and securely on Air India’s website or mobile app with your debit or credit card, and you will receive an email confirmation with your booking details and e-ticket number. You can also pay by debit or credit card through Air India’s service center by phone.
Air India has adopted solutions that guarantee transaction security and protect your personal data, such as the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) software and the TLS (Transport Layer Security) 1.2 protocol. These software encrypt the data you send over the internet and prevent it from being read by unauthorized parties.
Air India has also implemented security purchase protocols “verified by Visa” and “Securcode by MasterCard” for all the payments that use these circuits. These protocols require you to enter a personal password (SecureCode) or a transaction authorization number sent to your mobile phone by SMS, in order to verify that you are the legitimate cardholder and authorize the payment.
Internet Banking
Another option to pay for your flight is by using internet banking, an online payment service that allows you to pay for purchases directly from your bank account. Internet banking is available for customers who have a bank account in India with one of the participating banks.
You can choose internet banking as your payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, and you will redirected to your bank’s website to complete the transaction. Then you will need to log in to your bank account and confirm the payment. Then you will then receive an email confirmation from both your bank and Air India with your booking details and e-ticket number.
Payment by internet banking processed through Air India’s partner BillDesk. Your payment data transmitted to BillDesk via a secure connection and for the sole purpose of processing your requested payment. Your data never communicated to third parties or used for commercial purposes.
Rupay Cards
Rupay cards Indian domestic debit cards that issued by various banks in India. The Rupay cards accepted by most merchants in India and offer low transaction costs and high security features.
You can use Rupay cards as a payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, just like any other debit card. Then you will need to enter your card details and confirm the payment. You will then receive an email confirmation from both Rupay and Air India with your booking details and e-ticket number.
Payment by Rupay cards processed through Air India’s partner BillDesk. Your payment data transmitted to BillDesk via a secure connection and for the sole purpose of processing your requested payment. Your data never communicated to third parties or used for commercial purposes.
Wallets
Wallets are digital wallets that allow you to store money online and use it for various transactions without sharing your bank or card details. The Wallets are convenient, fast and secure ways of paying for online purchases.
You can use wallets as a payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, if you have an account with one of the participating wallets such as Paytm, Freecharge, Mobikwik or Airtel Money.
You can choose wallets as your payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, and you will redirected to your wallet’s website or app to complete the transaction. Then you will need to log in to your wallet account and confirm the payment. You will then receive an email confirmation from both your wallet and Air India with your booking details and e-ticket number.
Payment by wallets processed through Air India’s partner BillDesk. Your payment data transmitted to BillDesk via a secure connection and for your requested payment. Your data never communicated to third parties or used for commercial purposes.
UPI
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) is an instant payment system that allows you to transfer money between any two bank accounts using a mobile app. The UPI is a simple, secure and convenient way of paying for online purchases.
You can use UPI as a payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, if you have a UPI-enabled bank account and a UPI app on your mobile phone.
You can choose UPI as your payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, and you will redirected to your UPI app to complete the transaction. Then you will need to enter your UPI ID or scan the QR code and confirm the payment. You will then receive an email confirmation from both UPI and Air India with your booking details and e-ticket number.
Payment by UPI processed through Air India’s partner BillDesk. Your payment data transmitted to BillDesk via a secure connection and for the sole purpose of processing your requested payment. Your data never communicated to third parties or used for commercial purposes.
EMI
EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) is a payment option that allows you to pay for your flight ticket in monthly installments over a fixed period of time. This is a convenient and affordable way of paying for your travel expenses without putting a strain on your budget.
You can use the emi as a payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, if you have a credit card from one of the participating banks such as ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, SBI Card, Kotak Mahindra Bank or IndusInd Bank.
You can choose the emi as your payment method on Air India’s website or mobile app, and you will be redirected to your bank’s website to complete the transaction. Then You will need to select the emi plan that suits your needs and confirm the payment. You will then receive an email confirmation from both your bank and Air India with your booking details and e-ticket number.
Payment by the emi processed through Air India’s partner BillDesk. Your payment data transmitted to BillDesk via a secure connection and for the sole purpose of processing your requested payment. Your data never communicated to third parties or used for commercial purposes.
Manage Your Flight Booking
After booking your flight with Air India, you can manage your booking online or through their service center. You can do the following:
- Change your contact information (such as telephone number and email address)
- Add extra services like meal, wheelchair and paid services like preferred seat or additional baggage
- Redeem your frequent flyer miles online
- Web check-in
- Cancel and refund your booking
- Rebook your booking
To manage your booking online, you need to enter your booking reference and last name on Air India’s website or mobile app. To manage your booking through their service center, you need to call their toll-free number 1800 180 1407 (from India) or +91 22 25818515 (from abroad).
You advised to read all ‘Notes’ and ‘Rules’, and shall be held responsible for the contents displayed on each web page while booking on Air India’s website or mobile app. Completion of the booking process shall be deemed to be the acceptance of “Notes” and “Rules” on your behalf.
Conclusion
Air India offers a variety of payment options for booking your flight ticket online or through their service center. You can choose from debit and credit cards, internet banking, Rupay cards, wallets, UPI and EMI, depending on your preference and eligibility. You can also manage your booking online or through their service center after booking your flight. Air India strives to provide a secure and convenient booking experience for its customers. For more information, you can visit Air India’s website or contact their service center. We hope you enjoy flying with Air India. Thank you for choosing Air India.
