Air India offers 10% discount for students

Air India has launched discounted fares and benefits for students across its domestic and international route network. The special fares provide students up to 10% discount on base fares on all flights, 10kg extra baggage allowance, and the option of a one-time free date change upon booking on Air India’s direct channels, including website and the Air India mobile app.

To avail the special student fares, a traveller is required to be at least 12 years of age on the day of travel - for domestic travel; aged between 12-30 years on the day of travel – for international travel; enrolled in a full-time course for at least one academic year; attending an educational establishment recognised, aided by, or affiliated with a central or state government, educational board, university, or an accredited school, college, university, etc; and carrying a valid ID card or acceptance letter from their school, college or university or a valid student visa.

"With these new student fare benefits, we are making it easier and more affordable for young travellers to explore the world, connect with different cultures, and broaden their horizons. At Air India, we are committed to supporting students on their educational journeys and to making full-service flying more accessible and a rewarding experience for students", says Nipun Aggarwal, chief commercial officer, Air India.

Rival IndiGo already offers discounts and extra baggage allowance to students.

Air India operates non-stop between India and 42 destinations abroad, in addition to 49 cities within India. "Students travelling between any of these destinations, including those in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia, can now travel with greater ease and flexibility," the airline says.

Air India currently does not charge any convenience fee on mobile app bookings, which enables student travellers to additionally save ₹399 on domestic flights and up to ₹999 on international flights.

On Monday, Air India announced significant updates to its international route network starting 2025. The changes will see Air India deploy its "best" aircraft to key gateways in Southeast Asia and Europe, complementing the deployment of its flagship A350 and B777 with upgraded cabin interiors on multiple U.S. and UK routes earlier. "The updates also lead to optimised flight schedules for key international routes to offer greater flexibility to travellers as well as to enable seamless intercontinental travel between North America or Europe and Australia or Southeast Asia via Air India’s hubs in Delhi and Mumbai," the airline says.