INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Vistara's new offering will be effective from August, 2, 2018.Full-service carrier Vistara on Tuesday announced the launch of its bundled
scheme -- Vistara Freedom Fares -- which will allow customers to choose the fare and services, said the carrier in a tweet posted on it's
official handle- @airvistara
Vistara's new offering will be effective from August, 2, 2018
Under the new scheme, travellers will have the freedom to choose from thoughtfully designed bundles of features and services at different
is an intuitive, menu-based pricing model designed to empower customers with the freedom to choose the kind of fare and services that suit
them best, giving them the freedom to plan their journeys, their way, the press release added
As part of 'Vistara Freedom Fares', economy class fares are called 'Lite', 'Standard' and 'Flexi', while those for premium economy and
business class are named 'Value', 'Standard' and 'Flexi'.'Lite' fares will be available in economy class only, and is a new category of
fares for customers seeking simply the lowest fare that does not include complimentary meals
However a buy-on-board option of snacks and drinks will be available
While 'Economy Lite' customers will continue to earn Club Vistara points, they will not earn elite-qualification 'tier points'.'Economy
Lite' fares are not upgradeable, non-changeable and non-refundable (though taxes are always fully refundable)
LiteEconomy StandardEconomy FlexiMeals On BoardBuy on Board"Complimentary hot meal "Complimentary hot mealBeverage On Board"Complimentary
tea or coffee ""Complimentary tea or coffee ""Complimentary tea or coffee"Free Check-in Baggage Allowance"15kg, 1 piece only "15Kg20
seat ""7 kg + an addl smaller item that can fit under seat ""7 kg + an additional smaller item that can fit under seat "Additional Hand
"ChargeableComplimentaryCancellationOnly taxes refundable"!3000 cancellation fee ""Free up to 72 hours of departure, Z3,000 fee thereafter
those who seek the most attractive fares in these classes
These fares are essentially the same as the competitive fares available, and offer similar features as well as 100 per cent CV and elite
Changes and cancellations are possible with a fee
'Value' fares are, however, not upgradeable.'Standard' fares, available in all classes, are priced at a reasonable add-on to 'Lite' and
'Value' fares, and offer additional benefits such as additional baggage allowance and greater flexibility with lower change and cancel fees
These fares are upgradeable using upgrade fee, CV points or vouchers.'Flexi' fares, also available in all class, are priced at an affordable
add-on to 'Standard' fares, and offer nil change and cancellation fees (conditions apply), in addition to certain other enhanced benefits
such as additional free baggage allowance and priority check-in, baggage handling, and boarding
These fares are designed for those who seek the maximum convenience and flexibility in whichever class they choose to travel, and are
willing to pay a reasonable premium for it.The introduction of 'Vistara Freedom Fares' is based on a comprehensive customer research and
feedback, which helped the airline observe the need to offer services on a pay-for-what-you-value basis, given the changing preferences of
new-age travelers, said the carrier
Additionally, the airline has also announced the introduction of 'Vistara World', its free in-flight entertainment system with video and
introducing new flights within India at a starting price of Rs
