What are fare rules?
Fare rules refer to the terms and conditions set by airlines that govern ticket purchases. These rules stipulate the restrictions and allowances regarding changes, cancellations, refunds, and other aspects of the flight ticket.
How are fare rules presented on Solartrip.com?
Fare rules are set out by airlines and are presented on Solartrip.com in the same way they appear in the flight reservation system. Before booking a flight you'll be able to view them at the bottom of the screen once you've selected your preferred flight (just before heading to the payment screen). After booking the flight, you will be able to view the fare rules by selecting your flight from "My Trips" - you'll see "Fare Rules" on the right-hand side under each passengers name.
What is the most important aspect of fare rules?
Fare rules formalise all restrictions and terms of refunds and changes (time limits, possible penalties and extra charges). Very often, cheap flights are non-refundable so it’s important to read all sections of the fare rules during the booking process to avoid any possible complications.
It’s also important to note that if passengers are no-show for the first segment of the flight, all subsequent segments will be cancelled. However, passengers can request refunds in accordance with the no-show terms set out in the fare rules.
What other information do the fare rules contain?
Fare rules lay down conditions for the sale and use of airline tickets. Fare rules include the following:
- Principal Conditions
- Seat selection
- Open-ended airline tickets
- Minimum and maximum period of stay at points of destination
- Stopovers at connection points for transit passengers
- Flight upgrades at check-in
- Combined fares
- Refund Fees
- Flight refunds more than 24 hours prior to departure
- Flight refunds less than 24 hours prior to departure
- Flight refunds after departure (cancellation and no-show policy, etc.)
- Flight Change Fees
- Changing your booking (flight date change subject to availability)
- Changing your booking in case of no-show
- Discounts for children
- Free baggage allowance