Changing the name on a flight ticket is entirely dependent on the airline and its policies. Here are a few things you can do understand the process a little better and get your name modified:
1. Contact the Airline
Get in touch with the airline through their customer care number or via an email mentioned on their website. Make sure you have your booking ID and flight details handy while requesting for name modifications.
2. Check the Ticket Policy
Before proceeding with the request for name change, please go through the ticket policies mentioned in your email. While a few airlines might help you with the modification at zero cost, others would charge an amount along with documentation depending on your flight ticket. Generally, such changes are not applicable on discounted or promotional fares.
3. Documentation Required
If you are changing the name on the ticket due to legal reasons like marriage or divorce, the airline would ask for documents as proof to support your requirement. Make sure all your documents are up to date and valid.
4. Fees
One of the most commonly asked questions is ‘How much does it cost to change a name on a plane ticket?’
For changing the name on a ticket, an applicable fee is requested by the airlines and the amount can vary depending on the type of ticket, the date for issuing the request, airline policies, etc. For example, if you book a domestic flight with IndiGo and request a name change 0-3 days prior to departure, Rs.3250 or Airfare charges plus Fare difference (whichever is less) will be charged. For 4 days and above (prior to departure), Rs. 2750 or Airfare charges plus Fare difference (whichever is lower) will be charged.
Similarly for an international flight, request a name change 0-3 days prior to departure, up to Rs.5000 or Airfare charges plus Fare difference (whichever is less) will be charged. For 4 days and above (prior to departure), up to Rs. 4500 or Airfare charges plus Fare difference (whichever is lower) will be charged .
Please note, all airlines have different procedures or requirements for any such changes. Make sure you are updated with the latest information issued by the airline.
