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.

Codeshare vs Interline Flights — What Indian Travellers Need to Know

TL;DR — A codeshare is when two airlines sell seats on the same physical flight under different flight numbers. An interline agreement lets two airlines issue single tickets across each other’s separate flights and transfer your baggage. Both protect you when connections go wrong — but only if you book on a single ticket. Search […]

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Complete Guide to Frequent Flyer Programs in India 2026

TL;DR — Frequent Flyer Programs in India (2026) India now has 5+ domestic and several international airline loyalty programs accessible to Indian travellers. IndiGo BluChip leads domestic with up to 16 BluChips/Rs 100 and a simple 1:1 redemption. Air India Flying Returns offers Star Alliance access across 26 airlines and 1,000+ lounges. SpiceClub rewards every

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How to Access Airport Lounges in India 2026 — Credit Cards, Passes & Free Options

Airport lounges in India aren’t just for business-class travellers or frequent flyers anymore. With HDFC Bank reporting over 12 million lounge visits through its credit card programme in FY 2024-25, lounge access has become mainstream. The post-DreamFolks landscape of 2026 looks different, though. Banks now deal directly with lounge operators, Priority Pass has expanded its

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Student Flight Discounts in India 2026 — How to Get Cheap Flights

Every year, over 40 million students in India travel by air for college admissions, semester breaks, entrance exams, and study-abroad programs (UGC, 2025-26 annual report). Most of them pay full fare because they don’t know that four major Indian airlines offer dedicated student discounts. These discounts can shave 5-10% off your base fare and add

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Flight Delay & Cancellation Compensation in India 2026 — Your Rights Under DGCA Rules

Every year, thousands of Indian travellers face flight delays and cancellations with little knowledge of the compensation they’re legally entitled to receive. According to DGCA’s monthly operational data, Indian domestic airlines collectively delayed over 14% of scheduled flights in peak travel months during 2025. That’s roughly 1 in 7 flights not departing on time. The

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DGCA New Rules 2026: 60% Free Seat Selection & 48-Hour Free Cancellation Explained

TL;DR — Two major DGCA directives reshape Indian air travel in 2026. First, airlines must now offer at least 60% of seats for free selection on every flight (announced 18 March 2026). Second, a 48-hour free cancellation window takes effect from 26 March 2026 — you can cancel or amend your ticket within 48 hours

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Best Credit Cards for Flight Booking in India 2026 — Rewards, Lounge Access, and Travel Benefits

TL;DR India has dozens of travel credit cards, but only a handful truly maximise value on flight bookings. In this guide we break down 9 of the best cards for 2026 — covering annual fees, reward rates, lounge access, forex markup, and travel insurance. Whether you fly once a quarter or every week, there is

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IndiGo Baggage Policy 2026 — Cabin, Checked & Excess Baggage Rules

TL;DR — IndiGo Baggage at a Glance Cabin bag: 7 kg (1 piece) + 1 personal item Checked bag: 15 kg on most fares; up to 30 kg on Business Excess baggage: charged per kg — pre-purchase online to save significantly Infants (lap): 7 kg checked baggage free + free stroller Musical instruments in cabin:

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Nepal Visa for Indians 2026 — Do You Need a Visa? Entry Requirements & Tips

TL;DR — Indians do not need a visa for Nepal. You can enter visa-free for any duration. Carry your Indian passport or voter ID. Indian currency notes of ₹500 and below are widely accepted. Kathmandu airport has strict flight slots — book early. Search flights to Kathmandu on HappyFares → Indians and Nepal: A Special

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Kolkata Airport (CCU) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminals, Airlines & Transport

TL;DR — Kolkata Airport Quick Facts IATA code: CCU | Full name: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport Single integrated terminal — domestic and international under one roof Metro connected via Orange Line (Line 6) — fastest way to the city Multiple lounges available with Priority Pass and DreamFolks access Book flights to/from Kolkata at

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