I am sure, it is the ‘low cost flights’ mentioned in the above headline that has grabbed your attention. And why not? Cost is, in fact, the most influential factor that drives us while booking a flight. However, many times we end up securing a seat in Legacy carriers and paying more money for the same route, just because doubts cloud our head about the Low Cost Carriers (LCC).
Yes, the LCCs are budget airlines with “no frills” attached, but they generally maintain the standards of comfort, convenience, and service at par with the high-end full-service airlines. Some renowned and respected names like Indigo, Spicejet, Air Asia, and most recently Vistara have created their unique place in this segment. They are fast becoming the go-to airline for both leisure ad business travelers, as they are going out of their way to cater to the diverse needs and requirements of passengers.
LCCs offer you unlimited changes, free hold luggage, free seat selection, fast-track security, priority boarding, flexi-fare and a lot more. These perks are proof enough that the low fare flights are up to the mark with competition. This is perhaps one of the major reasons behind CAPA (Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation) predicting the air traffic to soar threefold in the country in the next 10 years.
Though predictions and forecasts may not convince you in saying ‘yes’ to a budget airline, here is a compilation of a few benefits that they offer across leisure and business categories:
For Leisure Travelers:
Let's start with the beginning! Booking a Low Cost Carrier is easy. The flight ticket distribution is primarily done through direct channels i.e. Internet, travel agents and call centre. You can secure a seat in the comfort of your home at the time of your choice.
The price of the flight in LCCs is reasonably low as compared to a full-service carrier. Especially, if you are planning a trip to Maldives, Dubai, Hong Kong or other premier overseas destination, you will spot a huge difference between the prices. Boarding an LCC means that you are saving on your traveling expenses, and
can avail more services or spend more on shopping!
Luggage is never an issue while traveling in packs on the LCCs. Whether it's your family or a group of friends, these flights offer you free baggage allowance almost equal to the space provided by many Legacy airlines. You can take up to 30 - 40 Kgs along with a free hand luggage of 7 - 10 Kgs. And, if at any point in time you wish to carry more baggage than the limit permits, simply go to the airline’s website and purchase extra space with a simple click, and at a reasonable cost.
If you are an avid traveler and wish to cover all the smaller regions of a country that are far away from the national airports, LCCs bring you a reason to smile. Unlike national airlines like Jet Airways and Air India that mainly fly from major airports, these flights operate from regional and secondary airports of the country too. From Dalhousie to Dehradun, Shimla to Surat and Ranchi, no place is too far away now. In fact, many passengers find the ‘no frills, extra paid for’ concept of these flights extremely welcoming. If you need the luxury of food, shopping, extra leg space or wider seat, you can simply ask for an upgrade on the plane. The staff is cordial and happy to oblige with your wishes. And, if you don’t need it, then enjoy the flight without the extras being forced on your ticket.
For Business Travelers:
More often, the business segment calls for a red-eye flight, the ones where you have to rush at a midnight hour to be somewhere for an early morning meeting. If you booked it in a legacy carrier, it would cost you a fortune. But, LCCs come to your rescue here as well. Further, even when you are making a booking at the
eleventh hour, these flights offer considerably cheaper flight tickets in comparison to the full-service airlines.
And, if your meeting has extended over the scheduled hour and the fear of missing your designated flight looms large over your mind, don’t worry. LCCs are frequent fliers. You can find another flight the same day, may be within a few hours of the previous one.
For those who are not a fan of connecting flights, LCCs provide a breather. They offer you point to point flights. You don’t have to be a victim of short-haul routes and flight transfers. This saves not your hard-earned money, but also your precious time.
In sum
If all these perks aren't enough, the seamless service offered by the highly incentivised staff of these carriers ensure that you return a happy traveler. And happiness is all that matters on a journey. Isn’t it? So what are you waiting for? Just go ahead, do that rightful search and book yourself a low-cost, high-quality, quick and comfy flight.
(This article is sponsored by Yatra)
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