The national carrier of India, Air India flies to some of the world's finest destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, the USA and Canada.
Based in Mumbai and Delhi, Air India recently increased its number of flights to the UK from ten a week to 27 a week, with 21 of these flying to London and six to Birmingham.
Since 2002, its range of US destinations has been expanded to include Newark and Los Angeles as well as Chicago and New York, with daily flights to all four destinations.
Through its many code share agreements with other airlines, Air India can also offer travellers cheap airfares on flights to many other destinations.
For the cheapest Air India airfares around, make sure you book your flight through Major Travel.
For customers who don't mind paying a little more, passengers flying Air India first class on India-London-New York/Chicago flights can enjoy a little luxury on completely revamped 747-400 aircraft.
The aeroplanes feature 180 degree flat-bed seats which are equipped for work, sleep or rest and the number of seats in first class reduced from 16 to 12, so your flight is as relaxing as possible.
Air India passengers flying first class on B777 aircraft on the India-UK route can also enjoy the luxury of flat bed seats, while first class passengers on all flights can experience dining from Royal Doulton fine bone china crockery.
Air India has ordered 68 new aircraft to be delivered between 2007 and 2012, so passengers can take advantage of even more cheap flights.
The new aircraft include eight B777-200LR medium capacity ultra long-range aircraft, 15 B777-300ER medium capacity long-range aircraft; and 27 B787 medium capacity long-range aircraft.
In the meantime, Air India has leased 21 extra aeroplanes, including 12 Airbus 310s and three B777 - 200ER aircraft to keep up with demand for its great value flights and airfares.
Air India is one of the few airlines in the world with a complete fleet maintenance service that can cover its own aircraft as well as those belonging to other airlines.
Its security department also became the first aviation security organisation in the world to acquire the ISO-9002-1994 certification in 2001.
Passengers aboard an Air India flight can choose from a range of meal options, from Asian specialities to western nouvelle cuisine and a range of special meals. Alcoholic drinks are complimentary on flights for all classes.
Air India has also provided an extensive selection of musical entertainment on-board its flights, with selections for passengers from all areas of the world, as well as the latest films in Hindi and English.
Upgraded facilities at Air India's Mumbai airport hub mean that transit passengers have access to shower facilities, slumberettes, Wi-Fi and a business centre while they're waiting to catch their next flight.
Air India's hub airports are located in Mumbai and Delhi, but it also offers international flights from the Indian cities of Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bangalore, Chennai, Goa, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Pune and Thiruvananthapura.
The airline can trace its roots back to Tata Airlines, which was founded in 1932 by India's father of civil aviation, JRD Tata. It was converted into a public company in 1946 under the name of Air India and was nationalised in the 1950s.
The company has a new low-cost subsidiary airline, Air India Express, which offers cheap airfares for flights between India and the Gulf. From October, the subsidiary will also be flying to Thailand, Qatar and Bahrain.
Air India's First Class. The new definition of luxury
One step. Just one step on board Air India’s First Class will exemplify the true meaning of luxury. As your feet sink softly into the plush carpet, your discerning eye will take in the little extras that place our First Class on a plane far above the ordinary.
When you snuggle into your newly installed, highly comfortable, 180-degree recline, sleeperette, we will ensure that you disembark at your destination just as fresh. The two-abreast seating ensures you are always in an aisle seat or a window seat. Never in between. The ethnic interiors, you will observe, are designed to be particularly pleasing to the eye. The Air show constantly screens your flight pattern, aircraft altitude and speed. And much more.
The gracious service, on the other hand, will be, like it always is, a perfect model of efficiency and discretion, Charming, yet never intrusive.
The warm smiles, of course, are on the house.
The fine art of exclusivity
As you sit back and relax aboard Air India’s First Class, you could well be forgiven for thinking you are the only passenger on board. The First Class cabin seats just 12 guests.
Bon Appetit!
But there is a lot more to Air India’s First Class experience before we say adieu. After a couple of stimulating cocktails, the faint clink of Royal Doulton, the world’s finest bone china, will waft down the aisle. A rare sound heard on just a few select airlines of the world. Aboard our First Class, this is followed by a fine selection of the most delectable dishes.
Take your pick from a choice of three menus that leave no taste unexplored. From succulent Grilled Lamb Chops and Parmesan Cheese Omelets to delicious Chicken Malai Kabab and the regal Shahi Korma. With a vintage wine or a smooth Champagne in accompaniment. Before you tuck in, may we make a suggestion? Indulge.
And as you unwind with a touch of Crème de Menthe or a Tia Maria you can also do all your duty-free shopping on board. Our Sky Bazaar range boasts of well-known brands and more. So step aboard, and experience the true meaning of Bon Voyage.
Executive Class
A haven for business & leisure travelers
Economy Class
For our budget minded travelers
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