What is an e-Ticket?
An e-Ticket (electronic ticket) is a number given to passenger in place of a paper ticket. Passengers are required to show this unique confirmation number at the airline counter of airport to get boarding card.
The passenger also has the option to carry airline PNR (passenger name record) number if the reservation has been processed electronically with a valid photo id proof as a mandate.
How will I get my boarding pass for an e-Ticket?
You will need to show your e-Ticket printout or the airline e-Ticket number (mentioned on the e-Ticket copy) at the airport check-in counter of the airline. The airline representative will issue your boarding pass at that time. Please note that the minimum check-in time for e-Ticket passengers is 2 hours before departure.
Is it necessary to show my e-Ticket confirmation email at the airport check-in counter of the airline?
It is not mandatory to show your e-Ticket printout. In case you are not carrying the e-Ticket printout, you will need to show a photographic identity proof (passport, driver's license etc.) along with the airline e-Ticket number (mandatory), at the airport check-in counter of the airline. However, it is advisable that you carry your e-Ticket printout.
How will I get an infant ticket?
An infant ticket can either be an e-ticket or a paper ticket, depending upon the specific airline. An e-ticket would be sent to your email address and a paper ticket would be delivered to your mailing address.
For an infant ticket, it is mandatory to carry the birth certificate of the infant along with the ticket. To check the type of ticket issued by an airline.
What is code–share?
Code–share describes tickets sold by an airline for a flight operated by a partner airline. This is an arrangement between two or more airlines to use each other’s aircrafts. For instance, Continental flights from India to New York are operated by Virgin Atlantic.
What does a transit airport mean?
A transit airport is one where you land for a break in your journey. You may or may not change aircrafts at the transit airport but you will definitely not be able to leave the airport when you’re in transit. Your itinerary will give you the details about the duration of transit time.
