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 Spotted something out of date?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].

What Exactly Is Included in an LCC Fare vs a Full-Service Fare?

Updated October 2026 A low-cost fare covers only a small cabin bag and a basic seat, while a full-service fare bundles in checked baggage, meals, and seat selection. On short routes like Bangkok or Dubai, low-cost carriers can save ₹3,000 to ₹8,000, but add-ons for baggage, a meal, and a seat can erase 60 to

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Hyderabad Airport (HYD) Complete Guide 2026 — Terminals, Lounges & Transport

TL;DR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) in Shamshabad handles over 25 million passengers annually and is one of India’s busiest airports. It has a single integrated terminal for domestic and international flights, a metro link to the city, multiple lounges, and serves as a gateway to the Middle East and Southeast Asia. The airport is

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15 Proven Tips to Get Cheapest Domestic Flights in India

TL;DR: Book 3-8 weeks early, fly midweek, choose off-peak hours, compare fares on HappyFares, set price alerts, stay flexible with dates and airports, and avoid peak holiday seasons. These 15 tips can save you ₹2,000-₹5,000 per domestic trip. Domestic air travel in India has never been more accessible. With multiple airlines operating hundreds of daily

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Guwahati Airport New Terminal 2 Guide 2026

Updated October 2026 Guwahati’s new Terminal 2 became commercially operational on 22 February 2026, lifting the airport’s capacity to 13.1 million passengers a year from around 6 million before. The bamboo-and-orchid themed building has 64 check-in counters, 20 self-check-in kiosks, 10 aerobridges and DigiYatra e-gates. It also handles the highest air traffic rate in Northeast

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10 Flight Booking Mistakes Indian Travellers Make

TL;DR: The most costly mistakes: booking too late, ignoring fare type restrictions, misspelling names, not comparing prices across airlines, skipping web check-in, and adding unnecessary extras. Avoid these and you will save ₹2,000-₹5,000 per trip while reducing airport stress. Booking a flight seems simple — enter your dates, pick a price, pay. But the details

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Complete First-Time Flyer Guide for India 2026

Updated May 2026 First-time flyers from India should arrive at the airport 2 hours before domestic and 3 hours before international departure. Carry valid government photo ID (Aadhaar accepted for domestic; passport for international), printed boarding pass or e-ticket on phone. Check-in baggage allowance: typically 15 kg domestic / 23 kg international economy. Cabin baggage:

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Understanding DXB: Terminal 1 vs Terminal 2 vs Terminal 3

TL;DR — Dubai Airport Layover in 60 Seconds Dubai International Airport (DXB) is one of the busiest transit hubs for Indian travellers. Terminal 3 handles all Emirates flights; Terminal 1 serves most other international carriers; Terminal 2 handles flydubai and budget airlines. You get unlimited free WiFi (network: DXB Free WiFi), world-class duty-free shopping, sleep

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Delhi to Jaipur Flights — Short Hop Guide & Weekend Tips 2026

Updated October 2026 A direct flight from Delhi to Jaipur takes just 55 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes, with 10 to 15 non-stop flights running daily. One-way fares start around ₹2,500 to ₹3,500 off-peak and rise to ₹4,500 to ₹7,000 during peak or last-minute travel. Flying saves 1 to 2 hours over the Vande

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