Problems keeps on mounting for Kingfisher Airlines and more so for travellers! Indian carrier, Kingfisher Airlines has grounded more than 30 flights on Thursday, 10th Nov.
The cash-strapped airline has cancelled flights for fourth consecutive day now, making it really hard for travellers all over the country. Airports witnessed scenes of utter chaos as passengers moved from pillar to pillar to gather some sort of reliable information in regards to their flights.
Budget travellers who book tickets in advance to net cheap flight tickets were perhaps the most disappointed lot as flight after flight failed to take off from different parts of the country.
There is no respite for Kingfisher Airlines as reports of more than 30 pilots and crew members of not reporting for duty in the past few days do the rounds. A section of Indian media also claims that some 100 pilots had quit the airline in past few weeks.
To add to the woes of the carrier, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has sent a show-cause notice to Kingfisher as to why the airline had not taken the regulator's prior approval before cancelling its flights. The DGCA has also asked the Indian carrier to furnish information as regards to steps taken by the airline to take care of the passengers affected by flight cancellations.
Flight cancellations have also triggered off a surge in air fares on popular routes. Cheap flight tickets are hard to come by for travellers in the current scenario.
Travellers are compelled to rebook on other airlines paying a premium of 20-40 per cent at the last moment.
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Friday, March 11, 2011
How to Find Cheap Flights to India from UK
The process of booking cheap flights to your destination could be highly baffling with a number or airlines and travel agents promising to offer you the best. I implement the following procedure to find cheap flights to India and find it really effective.
Step 1 – Check with Popular Travel Agency Website
Opt for Flexible Date Search in the travel planner. This option queries the website for your travel dates +/- 3 days both on your departure and return dates.
Although you may prefer one particular carrier over other, search for fares on all the airlines by selecting ‘all’ or ‘any’ for the choice of airline. This would present you with an opportunity to compare the fares on different airlines.
Indirect flights are usually cheaper than the direct and non-stop flights. Leave the option which prompts for choice of direct or indirect flights blank to maximise you chances of finding cheap flights.
Submit the travel details in the travel planner and pick the lowest fare for flights to India from an array of fares displayed based upon your preferred date of travel and preferred airline. Note down the detailed travel itinerary and the fare now and in every step forward.
Step 2 – Check on the Airlines’ website
Check directly with the airline for the cheapest fare offered by them. It is recommended that you first check with the airlines that have Indian origin like Air India, Jet Airways or Kingfisher. Apart from increasing your chances of getting cheaper fare, this will also allow you to get the best baggage allowance.
Step 3 – Fare Comparison on Travel Search Sites
Now query some travel search websites which can provide you with a comparison of the fares and itineraries directly from different airlines and various travel sites. kayak.com, Expedia, Orbitz etc are few popular ones.
Step 4 – Finally, Call Travel Agent(s)
Once you have done your research as above and are in the possession of the cheapest fare, call the travel agencies directly. Simply, quote the fare which is available with you and ask the agent to get you something to beat this fare. Some travel agents such as southalltravel.co.uk are able to match their fares with the one that you found online subject to certain conditions.
Other Tips
Sometimes destination specific sites are also able to quote highly competitive fares.
Booking different legs of your journey separately also helps cut down on flight costs.
Booking package deal including flights and hotels can result in great savings.
Ask for further discounts as many popular travel agents have great negotiated deals with the airlines and are in a position to slash their mark up.
Always book well in advance as the fares tend to rise as the travel date draws closer.
Air travel during the off season is cheaper.
Step 1 – Check with Popular Travel Agency Website
Opt for Flexible Date Search in the travel planner. This option queries the website for your travel dates +/- 3 days both on your departure and return dates.
Although you may prefer one particular carrier over other, search for fares on all the airlines by selecting ‘all’ or ‘any’ for the choice of airline. This would present you with an opportunity to compare the fares on different airlines.
Indirect flights are usually cheaper than the direct and non-stop flights. Leave the option which prompts for choice of direct or indirect flights blank to maximise you chances of finding cheap flights.
Submit the travel details in the travel planner and pick the lowest fare for flights to India from an array of fares displayed based upon your preferred date of travel and preferred airline. Note down the detailed travel itinerary and the fare now and in every step forward.
Step 2 – Check on the Airlines’ website
Check directly with the airline for the cheapest fare offered by them. It is recommended that you first check with the airlines that have Indian origin like Air India, Jet Airways or Kingfisher. Apart from increasing your chances of getting cheaper fare, this will also allow you to get the best baggage allowance.
Step 3 – Fare Comparison on Travel Search Sites
Now query some travel search websites which can provide you with a comparison of the fares and itineraries directly from different airlines and various travel sites. kayak.com, Expedia, Orbitz etc are few popular ones.
Step 4 – Finally, Call Travel Agent(s)
Once you have done your research as above and are in the possession of the cheapest fare, call the travel agencies directly. Simply, quote the fare which is available with you and ask the agent to get you something to beat this fare. Some travel agents such as southalltravel.co.uk are able to match their fares with the one that you found online subject to certain conditions.
Other Tips
Sometimes destination specific sites are also able to quote highly competitive fares.
Booking different legs of your journey separately also helps cut down on flight costs.
Booking package deal including flights and hotels can result in great savings.
Ask for further discounts as many popular travel agents have great negotiated deals with the airlines and are in a position to slash their mark up.
Always book well in advance as the fares tend to rise as the travel date draws closer.
Air travel during the off season is cheaper.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Find Out Which Airlines are Preferred for Flights to South India
South India is a major tourist magnet that attracts travellers from all over the globe. A vast number of airlines offer direct and indirect flights to different destinations in South India like Bangalore, Chennai, Trivandrum, Cochin and Hyderabad.
South India is a treat for all those who hope to discover beautiful Indian landscapes, architecture and ancient culture. Indian states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Tamil Nadu are inundated with mesmeric tourist spots beguiling tourists from all over the world.
A number of airlines operate flights to several South Indian airports offering a world of choice to the travellers. While some travellers prefer cheap flights to India, others prefer good in-flight services, and still some seek the thrill of flying aboard an Airbus A380. Take a look at the most preferred airlines from six UK Airports namely London's Heathrow and Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Newcastle for travellers booking flights to India's five key International airports in South.
Bengaluru (Bangalore) International Airport – (BLR)
Cheap Flights: Emirates, Oman Air and Air India.
Direct Flights: British Airways from London Heathrow is the only option.
Indirect Flights: Following airlines from various UK airports appear to be the most preferred ones:
London Heathrow (LHR): Emirates, Oman Air, Air India, Jet Airways, Etihad Airways and Kingfisher Airlines.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW): Emirates and Qatar Airways
Manchester Airport (MAN): British Airways, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates and Lufthansa
Birmingham Airport (BHX): Lufthansa and Emirates
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - British Airways and Emirates
Newcastle Airport (NCL) - British Airways and Emirates
Baggage Allowance: Kingfisher Airlines, Jet Airways, Air India and British Airways (Each with 46 kg).
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Cheap Flights from UK: Kuwait Airways, Oman Air and British Airways
Direct Flights: British Airways from London Heathrow is the only option.
Indirect Flights: The airlines that travellers prefer most include:
London Heathrow: Oman Air, Emirates, Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways, Air India, Jet Airways, Kingfisher Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways
London Gatwick Airport: Emirates and Qatar Airways
Manchester Airport: British Airways, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates
Birmingham Airport: Emirates
Glasgow International Airport: British Airways and Emirates
Newcastle Airport: British Airways and Emirates
Baggage Allowance: Kingfisher Airlines, Jet Airways, Air India and British Airways
Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) International Airport (TRV)
Cheap Flights: Kuwait Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates
Direct Flights: No direct flights to Trivandrum are available.
Indirect Flights: Travellers find the following airlines to be the most ideal:
London Heathrow: Oman Air, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Kuwait Airways and Jet Airways
London Gatwick Airport: Emirates and Qatar Airways
Manchester Airport: Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates
Birmingham, Glasgow & Newcastle Airport: Emirates
Baggage Allowance: Jet Airways (with 46 kg) and Emirates (30 kg)
Cochin (Kochi) International Airport (COK)
Cheap Flights: Kuwait Airways and Oman Air
Direct Flights: No direct flights to Cochin are available.
Indirect Flights: Most travellers seek to book following airlines:
London Heathrow: Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Emirates, Oman Air, Jet Airways and Air India
London Gatwick Airport: Emirates and Qatar Airways
Manchester Airport: Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates
Birmingham, Glasgow & Newcastle Airport: Emirates
Baggage Allowance: Jet Airways (with 46 kg) and Emirates (30 kg)
Hyderabad International Airport (HYD)
Cheap Flights: British Airways, Oman Air and Emirates
Direct Flights: British Airways from London Heathrow is the only option.
Indirect Flights: Ideal airlines operating indirect flights include:
London Heathrow: Qatar Airways, Air India, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Jet Airways and Kingfisher Airlines
London Gatwick Airport: Emirates and Qatar Airways
Manchester Airport: Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and Emirates
Birmingham, Glasgow & Newcastle Airport: Emirates
Baggage Allowance: Jet Airways, Air India and Kingfisher Airlines (46 kg) and Emirates (30 kg)
In-flight Services: Travellers who consider good in-flight services as the key factor for booking air tickets to South India airports usually choose from Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Emirates and Kingfisher.
Popular Stopover flights
Dubai is the most popular stopover for Britons taking indirect flights to various Indian destinations including South India.
Airbus A380 Charm
For all those travellers who seek the thrill of travelling aboard an Airbus A380, Emirates is the only option which operates the superjumbo on selected flights from UK to Dubai.