Akasa Air Now Accepts American Express Cards for Travel Bookings

Akasa Air, one of India’s fastest-growing airlines, has officially announced the acceptance of American Express cards for payments across all its booking channels. This significant development aims to provide travellers with enhanced flexibility and convenience in booking their flights.

American Express cardholders can now utilise their cards to book flights, select additional services, and manage their travel reservations seamlessly via Akasa Air’s website, www.akasaair.com, and its mobile apps on both Android and iOS. This initiative is part of the airline’s commitment to making air travel more accessible and manageable for its customers.

Belson Coutinho, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing and Experience Officer of Akasa Air, stated, “At Akasa Air, we consistently strive to offer best-in-class products and services with maximum value and an unparalleled travel experience that are carefully curated to address the evolving needs of our customers. American Express and Akasa Air share a deep commitment to service excellence. Through our combined efforts, we aim to streamline the booking process and provide greater flexibility for travellers. By accepting American Express cards, we are catering to the diverse needs of our customers and ensuring a smoother, more efficient travel experience.”

Anurag Gupta, Vice President & Head of Global Merchant & Network Services at American Express India, added, “We are committed to providing our card members with more opportunities to spend in more places and in more ways. This announcement with Akasa Air is another step towards expanding payment acceptance, giving our card members greater choice and flexibility in how they book and pay for their travel experience.”

Since its launch in August 2022, Akasa Air has quickly established itself as a preferred carrier in India, serving over 12 million passengers while receiving positive feedback for its operational efficiency. The airline currently connects 22 domestic and five international cities, including Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Delhi, Guwahati, Agartala, Pune, Lucknow, Goa, Hyderabad, Varanasi, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Port Blair, Ayodhya, Gwalior, Srinagar, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Doha (Qatar), Jeddah, Riyadh (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Abu Dhabi (UAE), and Kuwait City (Kuwait).

With this latest initiative, Akasa Air aims to further improve customer satisfaction and enhance the overall travel experience. For more information on bookings and services, visit Akasa Air’s official website.