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.

Summer Vacation 2026 Flights: How to Beat the Price Surge and Book Smart

Summer Vacation 2026 Flights: How to Beat the Price Surge and Book Smart Summer vacation 2026 is almost here. With most Indian school boards announcing May–June breaks and college exams wrapping up by early May, the summer flight booking window is at its peak. Fares on popular family holiday routes — Goa, Manali, Srinagar, Leh, […]

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Mumbai to Dubai Flights: What You Need to Know Before You Book

Mumbai to Dubai Flights: What You Need to Know Before You Book Mumbai (BOM) to Dubai (DXB) is one of the busiest international routes out of India, with over 100 weekly departures across multiple carriers. Fares typically range from ₹8,000 to ₹25,000 one way depending on how far ahead you book, the time of year,

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Tatkal Passport Application Guide 2026 — Fees, Timeline, Eligibility

TL;DR — Tatkal Passport in India (2026) Tatkal is MEA’s expedited passport scheme — issued in 1-3 working days versus 15-30 days for normal processing. Fees for 2026: Rs. 3,500 total for adult (36-page, 10-year), Rs. 4,000 for 60-page adult, Rs. 3,000 for minors (36-page, 5-year). Applicants must submit any 3 out of 15 specified

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Damaged & Delayed Baggage Compensation India 2026 — DGCA ₹20K + Montreal ₹1.72L Decoded

Last Updated: May 15, 2026 | Effective: DGCA CAR Section 3 Series M Part VI (₹20K domestic cap) + Montreal Convention 1,519 SDR international (raised 28 Dec 2024) | Critical: File PIR BEFORE leaving baggage hall Damaged & Delayed Baggage Compensation in India 2026: DGCA & Montreal Convention Decoded Your bag never showed up on

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Missed Your Connecting Flight? Step-by-Step Guide for Indian Travellers 2026

TL;DR — Missed Connecting Flight (Indian Travellers, 2026) If both flights are on the same PNR (same airline or alliance partner), the airline must rebook you on the next flight at no cost and provide meals or accommodation if needed. If flights are on separate PNRs (self-transfer), you are fully on your own — new

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Lost Your Passport Abroad? Emergency Guide for Indian Travellers 2026

TL;DR — Lost Passport Abroad (Indian Travellers, 2026) If you lose your Indian passport abroad: (1) File a police complaint immediately and get an FIR, (2) Contact the nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate, (3) Apply for an Emergency Certificate (EC) or duplicate passport. An EC is a single-journey document for return to India only, usually issued in

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What to Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled Last Minute in India 2026

TL;DR — Flight Cancelled Last Minute in India (2026) If an Indian airline cancels your flight with less than two weeks’ notice, DGCA rules (CAR 2010, Section 3 Series M Part IV) entitle you to one of three things: a full refund within 7 days, re-accommodation on an alternate flight, or compensation of Rs. 5,000

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