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 Spotted something out of date?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].

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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Chandigarh Airport (IXC) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminals, Facilities & Tips

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Updated October 2026 Chandigarh Airport (IXC), officially Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, sits about 12 km from Chandigarh’s Sector 17 and is jointly run by the Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh governments through the Airports Authority of India. It serves as the main entry point for the Himachal hill stations, with Shimla around 4 to 5

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Varanasi Airport (VNS) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminals, Facilities & Tips

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Updated July 2026 Varanasi Airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (IATA: VNS), the city’s only commercial airport, located in Babatpur about 26 km northwest of the ghats. A single integrated terminal handles both domestic and international flights, with direct connections to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata and more. Prepaid taxis and Ola/Uber reach the old

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How to Check Flight PNR Status in India 2026 — Complete Guide

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TL;DR: Your flight PNR is a 6-character code you get after booking on HappyFares. Use it to check booking status, do web check-in, manage your trip, and resolve issues at the airport. You can track it via your HappyFares account (My Trips) or the airline’s website. Flight PNR is different from train PNR. If anything

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Srinagar Airport (SXR) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminals, Facilities & Tips

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Updated October 2026 Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport (SXR) is Kashmir’s single-terminal gateway, sitting at about 1,640 metres elevation and roughly 14 kilometres from Srinagar city centre. It connects well to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and other Indian cities, but fog and snowfall between November and February regularly ground flights. Book the earliest morning departure and keep

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Excess Baggage Charges Indian Airlines 2026 — IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet & Akasa Compared

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Last Updated: May 15, 2026 | Verify before flying: Each airline’s official baggage/excess page (linked throughout) Excess Baggage Charges Indian Airlines 2026: IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa & AIX Compared Extra baggage is the fee that ruins a cheap ticket. Indian carriers publish per-kilogram excess rates in the ₹550 to ₹700 band at the airport

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UK Visa for Indians 2026 — Complete Application Guide with Costs & Approval Tips

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UK Visa for Indians 2026 — Complete Application Guide with Costs & Approval Tips Last Updated: July 3, 2026 | Effective: UK Standard Visitor fee £127 | Priority service £250 | Super Priority £1,000 | Indians NOT eligible for UK ETA | Source: UK Home Office, VFS Global India, UK Visas & Immigration Indians filed

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Senior Citizen Flight Discounts in India 2026 — Airlines, Eligibility & Tips

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Updated October 2026 Indian airlines define a senior citizen as a passenger aged 60 or above on the date of travel, with Air India offering up to 50% off the base fare on select domestic routes. The discount applies only to the senior traveller, not accompanying family. Carry a government photo ID showing date of

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