Team HappyFares

Team HappyFares is the HappyFares travel desk in Guwahati, part of Travelogy Online Private Limited. We write and update guides on flight booking, baggage, cancellation, web check-in and airline policies for Indian travellers, and check them against each airline's own published rules. Spotted something out of date? Write to [email protected].

Summer Vacation Flights from India 2026 — Best Destinations & Booking Tips

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TL;DR: Summer 2026 (May-June) is peak travel season in India thanks to school holidays. The best domestic escapes are hill stations like Shimla, Manali, Leh, and Srinagar, or beaches like Goa and the Andamans. For international trips, Europe, Bali, Thailand, and Dubai offer great value. Book domestic flights 6-8 weeks early and international flights 8-12

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Nagpur Airport (NAG) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminal, Facilities & Tips

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TL;DR Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) in Nagpur is central India’s key airport, located just 8 km from the city centre. It has a single integrated terminal handling domestic and limited international flights, good airline connectivity to all major Indian cities, and serves as the closest airport for tiger safari destinations like Pench and

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Indore Airport (IDR) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminal, Facilities & Tips

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Updated October 2026 Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport (IDR) is Indore’s main gateway, handling over 5 million passengers a year, about 8 to 10 kilometres from the city centre. Its new terminal has aerobridges and wheelchair access, and the airport is the nearest air link to Ujjain (55 km), Omkareshwar (80 km), and Mandu (100 km).

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Mangalore Airport (IXE) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminals, Facilities & Tips

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Updated October 2026 Mangalore International Airport (IXE) is built on a levelled hilltop plateau with steep drops on both sides, making its roughly 2,450 metre runway one of only a handful of tabletop runways in India, alongside Kozhikode and Lengpui. Following the 2010 accident, the Runway End Safety Areas were extended to 240 metres and

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Denied Boarding & Overbooking Rights India 2026 — Your DGCA-Guaranteed Compensation

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Updated May 2026 If you are denied boarding due to overbooking on an Indian flight, DGCA rules entitle you to compensation: ₹10,000 for domestic flights (or 200 percent of one-way fare, whichever is less) plus rebooking on next available flight or full refund. For international flights, the maximum is ₹20,000 (or 400 percent of one-way

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Patna Airport (PAT) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminal, Facilities & Tips

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TL;DR Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) is Bihar’s busiest airport and the primary air gateway to Patna, Bodh Gaya, Nalanda, Rajgir, and Vaishali. Located just 7 km from Patna Junction, it has a single terminal handling domestic flights to all major Indian cities, with limited international operations. The terminal has been upgraded with modern

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Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminals, Facilities & Tips

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TL;DR Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) is Kerala’s southernmost airport, serving as the primary gateway for tourists visiting Kovalam, Varkala, and Kanyakumari, NRIs returning from the Gulf, and pilgrims heading to Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The airport has two terminals (domestic and international), excellent Gulf connectivity with daily flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and other Middle Eastern

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Flying During Pregnancy in India 2026 — Airline Rules, Tips & Safety Guide

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TL;DR — Flying During Pregnancy in India Most Indian airlines allow flying up to 36 weeks for domestic and 28–32 weeks for international routes. A medical fitness certificate is needed after 28 weeks. The second trimester (weeks 14–27) is the safest and most comfortable window. Always carry your doctor’s letter, prenatal records, and insurance documents.

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Armed Forces Flight Discounts in India 2026 — Airlines, Eligibility & Tips

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Updated May 2026 Quick guide: This guide covers armed forces flight discounts in india 2026 — airlines, eligibility & tips — practical, current, India-focused. Updated for 2026 regulatory + market changes; HappyFares price-tracks the relevant routes/destinations + zero convenience fee + AI Meera assistant via WhatsApp. TL;DR — Armed Forces Flight Discounts in India Eligibility:

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Unaccompanied Minor Flight Service in India 2026 — Complete Parent Guide

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Updated May 2026 Indian airlines accept unaccompanied minors (UMNR) on domestic flights for children aged 5-12 years with parental consent and a service fee (typically ₹2,000-5,000). International unaccompanied minor service available for ages 5-12 (some carriers 5-15), with additional fees ₹4,000-15,000 depending on route. Required: completed UMNR consent form, copy of parent’s ID, parent/guardian must

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