Government notifies airfare rules under Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, effective from January 1, 2027

Key facts

• The Centre has notified airfare rules under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, which will come into force on January 1, 2027.
• Under Rule 192, the Central government may issue written directions on airline tariffs during extraordinary situations, provided such directions are proportionate and limited to a specified period; the rules do not prescribe a fare ceiling or require prior government approval of fares.
• Air transport undertakings must establish tariffs based on factors including cost of operation, submit them to the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in the specified form and periodicity, and publish them on their websites or another digital platform; the DGCA will monitor the tariffs.
• The rules require the total amount payable to be shown on both the booking website and the ticket, with a complete break-up of fare, taxes, fees, cancellation charges, refund conditions and other charges.