HappyFares Travel Desk

The HappyFares editorial team covers flight booking tips, airline policies, airport guides, and travel hacks for Indian travellers. We research current fares, policies, and DGCA regulations so you can fly smarter.

Surat Airport (STV) Complete Guide 2026 — Gujarat Diamond City Hub

Surat Airport (STV) Complete Guide 2026 — Gujarat Diamond City Hub TL;DR — Surat Airport (STV) is an AAI-operated international airport in the Magdalla area, about 11 to 15 km from the city. It handles direct flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Dubai and Sharjah, with a single terminal serving both domestic and international […]

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DGCA 60% Free Seat Rule Suspended — What It Means for Flyers in India

Breaking (3 April 2026): The Ministry of Civil Aviation has put its own 60% free seat selection rule in abeyance — just 18 days before it was supposed to take effect on April 20. The rule, which would have tripled the number of seats passengers could choose for free, has been suspended after strong pushback

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Dubai Travel Guide for Indians 2026 — Visa, Flights, Budget & Tips

TL;DR: Indian passport holders can get a 14-day visa on arrival in Dubai (as of early 2026, subject to UAE immigration policy updates). Direct flights connect Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, Chennai, Kolkata, and several other Indian cities to Dubai in just 3–4 hours. A 5-day Dubai trip costs roughly INR 60,000–1,20,000 per person (excluding

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Raipur Airport (RPR) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminal, Facilities & Tips

TL;DR — Raipur Airport at a Glance IATA Code: RPR  |  Full Name: Swami Vivekananda Airport Location: Mana, ~15 km south of Raipur city centre Terminal: New integrated terminal (domestic operations; limited international charters) Key Airlines: IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, Alliance Air Top Routes: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar Tourism Gateway: Jagdalpur,

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SpiceJet Fare Types & Bundles 2026 — Saver, Flex, Plus, Max, SpiceBiz Decoded

Last Updated: May 15, 2026 | Verify before booking: corporate.spicejet.com SpiceJet Fare Types & Bundles 2026: SpiceSaver, SpiceFlex, SpicePlus, SpiceMax & SpiceBiz Explained SpiceJet carried roughly 4.2% of India’s domestic air passengers in early 2026, down from 13.4% in 2019 ([DGCA Traffic Report](https://dgca.gov.in/), 2026). Yet the airline still operates one of India’s most flexible fare

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Akasa Air Fare Types 2026 — Saver vs Flexi + Pet Policy & Café Akasa Decoded

Last Updated: May 15, 2026 | Akasa Air status: 38 aircraft, 27 domestic + 6 international destinations | Verify before booking: akasaair.com Akasa Air Fare Types 2026 — Saver vs Flexi + Pet Policy & Café Akasa Decoded Akasa Air, India’s youngest scheduled carrier, has carved out a niche in just three-and-a-half years of operations.

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Ranchi Airport (IXR) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminal, Facilities & Tips

TL;DR Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) in Ranchi is Jharkhand’s main air gateway, connecting the state to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and other major cities. It has a single terminal with modern facilities, and is just 7 km from the city centre. From Ranchi, you can reach Betla National Park (170 km), Netarhat (155 km), Hundru

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Singapore Travel Guide for Indians 2026 — Visa, Flights, Budget & Tips

TL;DR — Singapore for Indians in 2026 Singapore is one of the easiest international destinations for Indian travellers. You can get an e-visa online in 3–5 working days, fly direct from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Hyderabad in 5–6 hours, and explore the city comfortably on a budget of SGD 120–180/day (roughly INR 7,500–11,000).

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Air India Fare Types 2026 — Smart Fares (Value, Classic, Flex) + Premium Economy Decoded

Last Updated: May 15, 2026 | Effective: Air India “Smart Fares” portfolio (17 October 2024) + Vistara merger complete (12 November 2024) | Verify before booking: airindia.com/smart-fares Air India Fare Types 2026: Smart Fares (Value, Classic, Flex) + Premium Economy Decoded If you booked Air India before October 2024, the airline you’ll fly in 2026

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Thailand Travel Guide for Indians 2026 — Visa, Flights, Budget & Tips

TL;DR: Thailand offers visa-on-arrival for Indian passport holders (valid for 15 days, extendable to 30). Direct flights operate from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru to Bangkok. A 7-day Thailand trip costs roughly INR 40,000–80,000 per person (excluding flights). The best months to visit are November to February. Indian food is widely available in Bangkok and

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