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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.

Udaipur Airport (UDR) Complete Guide 2026 — Gateway to Royal Rajasthan

Airport Guides /

Udaipur Airport (UDR) Complete Guide 2026 — Gateway to Royal Rajasthan TL;DR — Maharana Pratap Airport at Dabok (UDR) sits 22 km from Udaipur city and serves as the main gateway to Rajasthan’s lake country. IndiGo, Air India and SpiceJet operate flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Jaipur. This guide covers terminals, airlines, transport […]

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Delhi to Bangalore Flights 2026 — Route Guide and Best Fares

Flight Tips /

Delhi to Bangalore Flights 2026 — Route Guide and Best Fares TL;DR — Delhi to Bangalore flights take approximately 2 hours 45 minutes non-stop, with 60+ daily departures and fares typically between Rs. 5,000 and Rs. 9,000 one-way. Book 2-4 weeks ahead for the best rates and factor in Bangalore airport’s 40 km distance from

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Vadodara Airport (BDQ) Complete Guide 2026 — Gujarat Cultural Capital

Airport Guides /

Vadodara Airport (BDQ) Complete Guide 2026 — Gujarat Cultural Capital TL;DR — Vadodara Airport (BDQ), also known as Civil Airport Harni, is a single-terminal AAI airport about 6 to 8 km from Sayajigunj. It handles domestic flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, operated mainly by IndiGo and Air India Express. This guide covers terminal

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Delhi to Mumbai Flights 2026 — India’s Busiest Route Complete Guide

Flight Tips /

Delhi to Mumbai Flights 2026 — India’s Busiest Route Complete Guide TL;DR — Delhi to Mumbai is India’s busiest air route with 80+ daily non-stop flights, a 2h 10m flight time, and fares typically between Rs. 4,500 and Rs. 8,000 one-way. Book 2-4 weeks ahead for the best price, and expect departures from Delhi T3

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

Airport Guides /

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

Airline Policies /

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

International Travel /

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

Airport Guides /

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

Airline Policies /

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

Airline Policies /

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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