Finding a cheap flight
What is an e-ticket?
The electronic ticket (e-ticket) is a "paperless" ticket which
is processed electronically; often through an Internet purchase. It is
now offered by many major airlines and allows you to travel without the
worry of forgetting or leaving your ticket behind. E-tickets are more
flexible, secure and easy to use. Your booking and ticket details are
kept securely in the airline’s computer system. When you buy e-tickets,
you’ll receive a confirmation email of your purchase. TravelStoreMaker.com
offers e-tickets when they are available. We usually won't be able to
determine whether e-tickets are available on flights until you make specific
flight selections.
How do I travel with an e-ticket?
When you check in for your flight, give the ticket agent your name,
flight number, a government-issued photo ID, and a paper copy of your
itinerary or purchase receipt. Some airlines also require that you show
the credit card used to purchase your ticket.
This information is required in order to enter the secured area beyond
the security screening checkpoint.
We also recommend that you check your itinerary online within 24 hours
of your scheduled departure to ensure that the information that is displayed
on your printed documents has not changed.
When is my reservation confirmed?
The automatic confirmation e-mail you receive when you purchase your
e-ticket includes your reservation confirmation number. This confirmation
number is on record with TravelStoreMaker.com and Worldspan Global Distribution
System. When the tickets are issued you’ll receive an additional
email with your ticket numbers.
You need to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight's
departure and check in promptly in order to be sure you have a seat assignment.
Whether you use a paper ticket or an e-ticket, early check-in is necessary.
We strongly recommend that you print out your flight confirmation email
and take it to the airport with you.
Search for flights
Types of trips
The booking engine offers you several search options:
- Roundtrip - You will fly from one city to another, and
then back to the first city. Roundtrip flights may include charter fares.
- One way - You will fly from one city to another, and
will not return to the first city. One-way flights may include charter
fares.
- Multiple destinations - You will visit several cities
and therefore need to choose flights between each of those cities. You
cannot book charter fares on multiple-destination tickets.
Types of travelers
Please enter the number of travelers in each age category. The maximum
number of passengers per reservation is nine. If you want to make reservations
for a party of 10 or more passengers, please use the Group Travel page.
Age categories are as follow:
- Seniors are ages 65 and over.
- Adults are ages 12 through 64.
- Youths are ages 12 through 25.
- Children are ages 2 through 11 according to most airlines.
- Infants are under age 2.
If you are traveling with an infant, select one of the seating options:
With a reserved seat - Choose this option if you wish to book a separate
seat for the infant. You will be required to supply an infant car seat
to ensure the infant's safety. Special infant fares may be applicable
for infants.
Without a reserved seat - Choose this option if one of the adults in your
party will hold the infant throughout the flight.
Infant, child and senior discounts
Many airlines offer discounted fares for infants, children, and seniors.
Discounts vary by airline, flight, and seat availability. They also vary
by travelers' ages.
Unaccompanied minors
You should call the airline to discuss its policies and services in order
to ensure a safe and comfortable trip for unaccompanied minors.
Here are some rules about unaccompanied minors:
Please be sure to check with your airline for specific policies and fees.
Minors who are old enough (approximately ages 5-17) can usually fly on
nonstop, direct, or connecting flights, but usually are not accepted on
the last connecting flight of the day. The age depends on the airline's
policies, so please check with the airline.
Many airlines offer unaccompanied minor service. They provide or require
supervision service for minors from the time of boarding until the time
the minor is met at the final destination. Minors must be approved by
the airline for this service.
Younger children (typically under the age of 5) are often not eligible
for unaccompanied minor service and must be accompanied on the same flight
and in the same compartment by an older passenger (typically 15 years
or older).
Unaccompanied minor service is often mandatory for children ages 5-14,
but optional for teenagers (ages 15-17). Age requirements depend on which
airline they fly.
A fee is usually charged at check-in for unaccompanied minor service.
You should pay $30 or more each way.
With unaccompanied minor service, the airline will usually want to know
who is meeting the minor at the destination. Proof of identification for
the receiving adult is required.
Reservations usually need to be confirmed for all segments of the minor's
flight. Standby reservations are not allowed on any leg of the trip.
Again, please call the airline prior to purchasing tickets and inquire
about unaccompanied minors.
Choosing a ticket class
Many flights offer economy, business, and first class seating:
Economy class seating is in the main cabin area. This option usually yields
the lowest airfare.
Business class seating is in an intermediate area between first class
and economy. This option usually yields a more expensive fare than Economy
not available on all aircraft.
First class seating is in the cabin area nearest the front of the aircraft
or on a separate level. It has the fewest and most comfortable seats,
and offers upgraded meals. A first class fare is usually the most expensive,
and is not available on all aircraft.
Choosing search options
Selecting one of those options may reduce the number of lower-fare flights
displayed.
Nonstop flights only – Sometimes time is more critical than price
that is why you may use the option to request direct flights only (flights
that do not stop or change planes at one or more airports before you reach
your final destination).
Airline selector – You can select up to three airlines, or use the
default Any/All carriers.
Choosing a search method
You can choose from three methods for searching:
Availability – This method searches for the lowest
fares with seats available.
Fares – This method searches to find least expensive
fares for the date selected and then check for availability.
Schedule - This method searches to identify available
flight schedules closest to the desired departure/arrival times.
Customer Support
TravelStoreMaker.com offers you guaranteed customer service 24 hours a
day, seven days a week. You can use our email address support@travelstoremaker.com
to send us an e-mail at any time. You can find our toll-free telephone
number 1-866-852-2330 at the bottom of your itinerary and on the travel
home page. If you have any questions or concerns about your itinerary,
our travel agents will be ready to assist you.
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