India, June 22 -- Air India, India's leading global airline, and Booking.com, one of the world's leading digital travel platforms, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver a more seamless and rewarding travel booking experience.
Partnership Overview
- Air India has teamed up with Booking.com to create a co-branded platform on its website and app.
- Customers gain access to Booking.com's 31M+ listings worldwide, including homes, villas, and unique stays.
- 24/7 customer support is included, making it easier to book flights and accommodation in one place.
Exclusive Benefits for Maharaja Club Members
- Earn 5 Maharaja Points per Rs.100 spent on stays booked via the platform.
- Points can be redeemed for award flights and cabin upgrades.
- Limited-time discounts: up to 15% off participating properties (June 22 - July 21, 2026).
Strategic Significance
- Reflects the growing trend of bundled travel offerings (flights + stays).
- Supports Air India's ambition to build a comprehensive travel ecosystem.
- Reinforces Booking.com's Connected Trip vision - seamless, digital-first travel planning.
Leadership Voices
- Abhijit Menon (Air India): Partnership enhances convenience, choice, and value across journeys.
- Laura Houldsworth (Booking.com): Collaboration simplifies travel planning and strengthens Booking.com's commitment to India.
Context
- Air India, as a Star Alliance member, already offers global recognition and benefits.
- Over 100 brand partnerships have been added to Maharaja Club in the past two years, expanding loyalty perks.
This move positions Air India not just as a carrier but as a travel ecosystem player, competing with integrated offerings from global airlines like Emirates (with Emirates Holidays) or Singapore Airlines (with KrisFlyer tie-ups).
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Travel Media.