Airline Tickets and Cheap Tickets FAQ

The Place to Go for Airline Tickets and Cheap Tickets

Discount-airfare.com offers discount airlineservice on many major U.S. and International carriers at wholesalerates--in other words we have discount airfares, cheap ticketsas they say. Discounted Airline tickets are available frommore than 200 U.S. departure cities to Europe, Africa, theMiddle East, India, Mexico and Latin America. Discount airfaresoften require no advance purchase, and many routes allow one-waytravel, and child discounts.

Discount-airfare.com's staff is committed to providing excellent serviceto our customers. We have contracts with over 35 Airlines worldwide.Because of this purchasing power, we are able to offer our services ata large savings.

Airline Travelingwith E-Tickets | back |

When we ticket your reservation, we will send you an email confirmation.

If you confirmation indicates you are traveling with e ticket,all you need to do is print your confirmation e-mail and takeit to the airport with you.

When you check in at the airport, you will need to present avalid form of photo ID such as a driver ' s license or passport.

For most itineraries, you may also go to www.checkmytrip.comto view and print your e ticket.

The e-ticket is now the standard ticket format for most airlines,making flight ticketing more flexible and secure.

An e-ticket is an electronic ticketing system that securely stores all ticketdetails in the airline computer system. Rather than being issued a paper ticket,which must be mailed to you, your booking and ticket details are kept securely on the airline computer system. And you are sent an e-ticket Receipt.

With an e-ticket there ' s no paper ticket to lose and in many cases, you maycheck in at a self service kiosk at selected airports or.

Airline Taxes | back |

• Federal segment fee of up to $3.20 that will be imposed oneach flight segment. Flight segment is defined as a takeoffand a landing.
• Government-imposed September 11th Security Fee of up to $5one-way, $10 roundtrip.
• Airport assessed Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs) of upto $18.

Airline Military Fares | back |

No. Unfortunately, we're not able to process military discountsor special military fares at this time.

Eligibility and restrictions for military personnel varyfrom airline to airline.  Please call the airline directlyfor these types of fares.

We do suggest you check the fares online at Discount-airfare.com,as there may be published fares or special web fares that mightbe lower than a military fare.

Airline Senior Fares | back |

No. Unfortunately, we're not able to process senior discountsor special senior fares at this time.

Eligibility and restrictions for senior fares vary fromairline to airline.  Please call the airline directly for thesetypes of fares.

We do suggest you check the fares online at discount-airfare.com, as there may be published fares or special web fares that mightbe lower than a senior fare.

Airline Traveling with Children | back |

http://www.cdc.gov/travel/child_travel.htm

Airline Traveling with Children: Resources | back |

For recommendations for traveling with children to specificcountries, don ' t forget to check the Destinations pagefor the region you are traveling to.

• OverallImmunization Schedule for Children (17KB)
  The U.S. routine schedule for childhood immunizations. This schedulemay need to be adjusted if a child is traveling (see documents below).
• TravelingSafely with Infants and Children
  Safe food and water precautions and diarrhea management, insect protection,and more
• VaccineRecommendations for Infants and Children
  Modifying the immunization schedule, more
• Pregnancy,Breast-Feeding, and Travel
  Information ranging from air travel to vaccinations. Includesa checklist and a travel health kit for pregnant travelers. 
• InternationalAdoptions

Unaccompanied Minors | back |

• Each airline has its own rules, regulations, and definitionsfor unaccompanied minors.
• Some airlines require that unaccompanied minors travel onnon-stop flights only and/or do not travel on the last flightof the day.
• If you want to purchase a ticket for an unaccompanied minor,you should book this directly through the airline.
• DO NOT MAKE A RESERVATION FOR UNACCOMPANIED MINORS ON THISSITE. All airlines charge a service fee for unaccompanied childrenwhich is payable only at the airport.

When should I book SpringBreak, Thanksgiving, Christmas Travel? | back |

While there is no exact date to book, we can tell you when mostpeople book and get good fares, and when people book and gethigh fares:

September is when many people book Spring Break, Thanksgiving,and Christmas travel. Generally, if you book these dates in July, you are certainly assured that you will get the flights thatyou want, but the airlines generally don't have their flightsattractively priced. The longer you wait after September, themore attractive flights are sold out, or are higher priced, soyou have to take less attractive flights, or pay more. Remember,the airlines have a limited inventory. They will only sell acertain percentage of their flights at really great prices.

Airline Seats, Meals, FF Mileage | back |

You may put your request for seats, Meals, and FF mileage whenyou make your reservation, but we cannot guarantee that yourrequest will be honored. You may call the airline directly foryour requests.

What if I just want to obtain fares without making anairline reservation?

To obtain our best fares, fill in your travel details on thehome page with your travel information. Click on the 'Search'button to obtain the fares. You may then select the itineraryand fare that best meet your travel needs. Next, click on the' Purchase' button near the itinerary to continue with your onlinereservation. Remember, we can't and won't charge you if we don'thave your credit card and passenger information, so you are stillunder no obligation. After you click the ‘Purchase' button, you will see your FLIGHT DETAILS. You may have to scroll down tosee these. Under the Flight Details, you will see the total charge,as well as the cancellation penalties. The flight charge is thetotal charge you will be billed, except in the rare case we areforced to send you a paper ticket. In which case, you will alsobe billed for the delivery of the paper ticket.

Can I hold an airline reservation | back |

No, Unfortunately these tickets are instant purchase tickets.Airline inventory is always changing, so it is recommended thatyou purchase a ticket as soon as you find a fare you like.

Do I need a passport?A Visa? Atransit visa? | back |

If you are a US citizen, and are traveling outside of the country,you WILL need a passport that has a validity of 6 months beyondyour return. Please click the following link to verify if youneed a visa, or transit visa.

http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

Airline Check-In: | back |

Minimum check-in time for domestic flights: 1 to 1 1/2 hours;2 hours for international flights.

Credit Cardbilling Address | back |

To avoid fraud, the name and address you enter will be the sameaddress we use to deliver any tickets your purchasing. Your nameand address must match your address on your banks credit cardstatement. (Do not use your banks address, enter your own addressas it appears on the statement) Fares are not guaranteed untilticketed.

Airline Required Documents | back |

Government issued Picture I.D. is required for all domesticflights. (please check directly with the airline for child IDrequirements). Passports and visas (when required) are mandatoryfor everyone on all international flights.

Airline Reconfirm yourflights | back |

Your should reconfirm your flight times directly with the airlineat least 48 hours prior to departure, both on your outbound and on your return. Please be advised that if you make your reservationseveral months in advance, the chances are greater than not that you will have a flight time or flight number change. You maygo to www.checkmytrip.com tosee your flight details.

Airline Service Charges | back |

If a service fee applies it is possible you will see 2 chargeson your credit card. One charge is for the fare and taxes the 2nd for the service fee. However both charges will equal thetotal price you agreed to pay.

Airline Refunds | back |

We want you to know all of the details before purchasing yourdiscount airfare ticket. If others are traveling with you, you as the credit card holder are accepting the following responsibilities.

• Refunds. Cancel and change penalties are outlinedprior to your final purchase. Please note these are minimumpenalties, and do not include fare increases. If an airlinewaives all penalties, you will still incur a minimum of $75per person service fee from this agency.
• If you fail to show up for your flight, and havenot cancelled directly with the airline prior to the flight' s departure, your tickets have no value.
• Airline tickets are never transferable to anotherperson.
• The passenger is responsible for all travel documentsand information, including but not limited to: Passports/ Visas / Transit Visas / Immunizations required and / or recommended/ baggage limitations / state department warnings.
• Passenger is required to call the airline directlyfor:
• Seat Assignments
• Special Meals
• Any other special requests such as wheelchair,etc.
• YOU MUST reconfirm your flights directly with theairlines at least 24 hours prior to departure AND return.Your airline may change the time you depart, as well as theflight number.
• You may purchase flight cancellation and / or interruptioninsurance for your tickets through independent sources.

ChangeAirline Tickets | back |

• The tickets you are about to purchase cannot be cancelledand are non-refundable / non-transferable.
• Change (if allowed)refers to the dates of travel only.
• Changes can not be made to the passenger names.
• Changes can not be made to the departure and destinationcities or the routing.
• Changes to the travel dates may carry penalties of up to100% of the purchase price plus any fare differenceat the time the changes are made and any applicable servicefee.
• Changes made after departure are subject to applicableairline rules and penalties, and are handled directlywith the airlines.

Debit Cards| back |

You should be aware that most debit cards have a daily limitwhich can start at $250.00. If you use your debit card, and yourpurchase is over your daily limit, we are UNABLE to ticket yourreservation. You should call your bank in advance of your purchaseand ask them to raise your daily limit for a day or two. Theyare usually accommodating.

Airline ‘no show” | back |

If a passenger does not show for their flightand does not notify the airline prior to no showing the flight,the passenger assumes all responsibility for any change or cancelfee and/or possible loss of ticket value. This no show policyis an airline enforced rule and at their discretion to determinehow they will deal with it. However, most airlines look at noshows as a violation of their ticket policies and means the forfeitureof any and all funds paid for said ticket.

International Credit Cards | back |

International Credit Cards: International card users must faxcopy of valued photo ID such as Visa / Passport and front andback of credit card along with letter stating it is ok to runcharges. ID Cards must be readable. Fax To: 972-264-9982. Ticketscan only be delivered with in the US only No P.O Box numbers,no Military address. FedEx and UPS will not deliver to PO Box' s and Military address. International Charges if possible andtime allows can run from 30 to 75 dollars. Recover pays any Dutiesand Tax ' s for tickets.

One Way Airline Travel | back |

All passengers traveling outside of the United States are requiredto have certain travel documents: a valid passport, a round-tripairline ticket or proof of onward travel, a visa issued by somedestination countries, proof of sufficient funds when enteringthe destination country, medical inoculations for infected areas/countries.If the passenger attempts to fly without proper documentationand are turned away from the airport or required to cancel orchange their tickets because of lack of proper traveling documentation,then the passenger assumes full responsibility for any and allchange or cancel fees if applicable and/or the loss of the ticketspurchased.
Each passenger is responsible to obtain the proper travel documents prior topurchasing airline tickets.

Airline Ticket Delivery Charge | back |

A $20.00 2nd day or $25.00 next day ticket delivery charge willapply to all reservations that require a paper ticket to be sent.Please be aware when ever possible we want your tickets to bee-tickets. This fee covers shipping within the continental UnitedStates . Additional charges will apply for other shipping destinations.Please call 888-346-5795 should you like to know what the additionalcharge would be for your shipping address.

Customer service | back |

Book online any time or call 888-346-5795, Monday - Friday 8am- 5pm cst