Guidelines for domestic flights in India

As India resumes domestic flights for passengers, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and airlines have come out with measures to maintain the highest level of hygiene during your travels. It has been advised that elderly, pregnant and ill persons should avoid air travel during this time to avoid the disease as they are more vulnerable. Similarly, people who have tested COVID-19 positive or are living in a containment zone should also not take the risk of traveling now as they can infect other travellers. For others, here’s a list of things to keep in mind the next time you fly from an airport in India to a domestic destination.

Before boarding your flight

1. Wear a mask and follow social distancing norms before entering the airport as well as during travel
2. Submit a COVID-19 health declaration and download the Aarogya Setu app which shows green status
3. Report at the airport 2-3 hours before your trip. However, only passengers departing within the next four hours may be allowed to enter the terminal.
4. All passengers to undergo thermal screening and temperature check
5. Use personal transport or an authorized mode of transport when arriving at the airport
6. Web check-in is mandatory. In addition, you will need to print and download your baggage tag in advance or write your flight PNR and your name on a piece of paper and stick to your checked-in baggage.
7. Take your security kit to the boarding point and check-in yourself with the e-boarding pass
8. Only 1 Check-in Baggage and 1 Small Cabin Baggage will be allowed per passenger as per airline policy. When the stay away cabin will not be in use, make sure your hand baggage is small and can fit under your seat.

On and off your flight:

1. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the flight, sanitize your hands frequently and avoid contact with fellow passengers
2. There will be no food service during the flight, although water will be provided. No magazines or newspapers will be available in flight
3. All airplanes will be equipped with HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filters, and will undergo regular cleaning
4. Airplane toilets will be cleaned every hour and use of toilets and non-essential movement in the corridor will also be minimized.
5. Descend sequentially and follow instructions at all times

Many states have issued their own rules and guidelines regarding permits, quarantine and other pre and post air travel requirements for passengers. You can read them on IndiGo and SpiceJet’s website.

Disclaimer: The above information is based on the guidelines issued on 24th May 2020, please contact the airline for any updates prior to flight.