Air India has introduced ‘ZipAhead,’ a paid priority service for Economy Class travellers on domestic flights, offering expedited check-in and baggage handling. Designed for time-conscious passengers, this service provides access to Premium Economy check-in counters and priority baggage services at six major Indian airports: Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata.
Passengers can purchase ‘ZipAhead’ for INR 499 if booked more than six hours before departure or INR 699 within six hours of departure. The service remains available up to 75 minutes before departure via the airline’s website, mobile app, airport ticketing offices, and customer contact center.
While ‘ZipAhead’ is a paid option for most travellers, Platinum and Gold members of Air India’s Maharaja Club loyalty program enjoy these priority services for free, regardless of their travel class or fare type. This initiative enhances the overall airport experience, making travel more seamless for passengers.