Hyderabad: Air India Express announced steep fare discounts on domestic and international flights under its ‘Freedom Sale’ to mark the 79th Independence Day. The carrier fixed domestic fares from ₹1,279 and put 50 lakh seats on offer at these special rates, the airline said in a Sunday statement.
The booking window runs until August 15. The sale opened on the Air India Express website and mobile app on August 10 and was extended to all major booking channels from August 11. Tickets purchased under the offer will be valid for travel between August 19, 2025, and March 31, 2026, enabling passengers to secure seats for peak holiday periods such as Onam, Dasara, Deepavali and Christmas.
Domestic fares begin at ₹1,279, while international routes start from ₹4,279. Fare categories include ‘Express Lite’ with zero check-in baggage fees for cabin-only travel, and ‘Express Value’ starting at ₹1,379 for domestic and ₹4,479 for international flights with standard baggage.
Air India Express expands premium options
For travellers seeking premium service, the airline is offering ‘Express Biz’ business class seats, available on over 40 newly acquired aircraft. Air India Express currently operates 116 aircraft, connecting 38 domestic and 17 international destinations with more than 500 daily flights.