PATNA – Air travelers can anticipate relief from exorbitant ticket prices post-Holi, as airlines announce plans to revert fares to average rates from April 1. The announcement comes amidst escalating ticket prices witnessed in the aftermath of the Holi festival, with flights experiencing a surge in demand and subsequent price hikes.
According to reports, the surge in passenger traffic following Holi has led to fierce competition for tickets, resulting in prices soaring to four times the average rates. Destinations such as Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune have been particularly affected, with ticket prices reaching unprecedented levels.
From March 28 to 31, fares for routes like Mumbai-Delhi have skyrocketed, ranging between 16 to 40 thousand rupees, while fares for Hyderabad, Delhi, and Chennai have surged to 17 to 26 thousand rupees, 8 to 22 thousand rupees, and 17 to 31 thousand rupees respectively.
As the demand for air travel remains high in the immediate aftermath of Holi, airlines anticipate a gradual normalization of ticket prices post-April 1, offering respite to travelers burdened by inflated fares.
