TBM Staff - Mumbai
MakeMyTrip has unveiled a new feature enabling travellers to book international flights with ease. The Part Payment Option allows users to confirm bookings by paying only 10–40% of the total fare upfront, with the exact percentage based on factors like airline, travel route, and advance booking window. The remaining balance can be paid either before the travel date or within 45 days of booking, at no extra cost.
This industry-first feature addresses a significant challenge for travellers, especially families or groups, who may struggle to pay the full ticket price upfront. Once the full payment is completed, users can modify their confirmed bookings in accordance with fare rules. MakeMyTrip aims to simplify international travel bookings by offering greater flexibility and convenience to its users.
Saujanya Shrivastava, Chief Operating Officer – Flights, Holidays & Gulf, remarked, “Our mission is to make travel more accessible and hassle-free. The part payment feature is an example of leveraging technology to address real traveler challenges. This innovative solution empowers Indians to book international flights with enhanced flexibility, making travel planning easier for all.” The feature has seen strong initial adoption, especially for tickets exceeding INR 1 lakh, with families and solo travellers among the early users.
MakeMyTrip has consistently introduced user-focused innovations, including ‘Zero Cancellation,’ providing coverage for unforeseen cancellations, and ‘Fare Lock,’ allowing users to lock flight prices for a small fee. Additionally, the ‘Free Date Change’ feature offers flexibility to modify travel dates up to two hours before departure. These practical solutions showcase MakeMyTrip’s commitment to enhancing travel convenience and accessibility.
