All about Domestic Flights

That's good point, I'll keep it in mind. Thank you for your helpful answer.

The US has some wacky regulations regarding the size of bottles of liquids allowed in carry-on luggage, the fact that your shoes must go through an x-ray machine, and there is now a rule in effect that subjects passengers to random pat-downs of the breasts and testicles (that's a new one -- it's invasive enough that sometimes people cry). I'm going to be taking a couple of domestic flights while in India. I assume they will not be as unpleasant as flying in America. But are there any interesting rules for flights within India that I should be aware of?

Ruby81, liquids don't seem to be an issue on Indian domestic flights. They say that there is a 100 ml. limit but I've not seen this enforced (nor do you have to separate liquids from you luggage). Things which might be helpful, you will need your e-ticket or equivalent and passport to enter any Indian airport. When you check in, ensure that you receive and place luggage tags on your carry-on(s). At security, you will not need to remove your shoes. If you have a laptop, that will have to go into the machine separately (they will usually give you a token and place a corresponding token with the tray containing your laptop. Once your carry-ons are ready for the machine, you will need to step through the metal detector (go to the one with the security guard behind it corresponding to your sex. You will then step on a platform to be wanded down. They will stamp your boarding pass. You can then go collect your carry-ons, ensure that the luggage tags on those have been stamped as well. When you board, the stamps will be checked. Not so bad, but somewhat different than other places. Note, in many Indian airport, photography is not allowed.

How can you book flights with SpiceJet internationally? Although I can put down UK as my country of residence, it won't accept my 'zip code' - Any help much appreciated.. Kate x

Try expedia.co.in, makemytrip.com, travelocity.co.in They all are flexible.

I need to book a few domestic flights whilst in India. What would be the best way to do this & of course to save money where possible?

Wednesday Dec 15th, Delhi - Amritsar
Sunday Dec 19th, Dharmshala - Delhi
Tuesday Dec 28th, Udaipur - Cochin (or Trivandrum)
Sunday Jan 2nd, Cochin - Mumbai

Thank you in advance!

I just found this link... http://www.indiamike.com/india/artic...ghts-in-india/ The information below is copied and pasted from it. Looks like a good deal for you.

Unlimited air travel
If you are on a tight schedule, and you are thinking of doing most of your traveling by air, here are some schemes available to NRI/tourists to help with your domestic India flights ticket.

Jet airways
7 days Visit India pass (Adult: USD 400) unlimited travel on domestic Indian flight sectors
7 days Regional Visit India Fare (Adult: USD 320) unlimited travel to destinations within specified regions (click here)
15/21 days Visit India pass (Adult: USD 630; 895 respectively) unlimited travel within the entire domestic Indian flight network
Indian Airlines
Discover India – 7 Days pass (Adult: USD 400) maximum 7 coupons for travel on domestic sectors
Discover India – 15 Days pass (Adult: USD 630)
Discover India – 21 Days pass (Adult: USD 895)
India Wonder Fare (7 days) – for those wanting to cover the major tourist attractions (Adult: USD 300 up to Sept 05; USD 320 from Oct 05) – unlimited travel within specified regions (click here)
Air Deccan
Super-Value Flier – 16 tickets (Rs 48, 000) on all Air Deccan sectors
Super-Value Flier – 14 tickets (Rs 24, 000) on ATR routes

I join Limaye to thank you a lot for all this information.

One thing to keep in mind is that although Spicejet fares are declared "refundable" till two hours before the ETD but the money would be kept by the airline and one can only use that by booking Spicejet tickets. There is another catch there. You can't use this money to buy tickets from their airport or city counters, only on-line purchase with credit card is allowed!

Look what the googlecat dragged in Not bad for 2999 all inclusive.

nycank,

Excuse my ignorance, but what does that mean? 2999 what for what?

Looks to me like a flight from A to B. It's direct, too. Not bad for Rs2,999!

This is like a Dollah Store - "All priced to go !!! Every item on sale $1.99" But, do read the T&Cs

It's all clear now

What's the current scenario on domestic flights about liquids? Can you carry perfumes/deodorants/contact lens solution etc in hand baggage or does it need to be in checkin baggage?