Air India’s ‘Namaste World’ sale: massive Independence Day fares — domestic from ₹1,499, international from ₹12,310

Mumbai, Aug 10, 2025 — Air India has launched a time-limited promotional campaign called Air India’s ‘Namaste World’, offering heavily discounted fares across its domestic and international network. The sale went live on August 10 and runs through 11:59 PM IST on August 15, with travel valid through March 31, 2026.

What’s on offer — the headline fares and travel window

• One-way domestic fares starting at ₹1,499.
• Round-trip international fares starting at approximately ₹12,310 for select routes.
• Bookings: exclusive web & app access on Day 1 (Aug 10), then across other channels through Aug 15. Travel period extends to March 31, 2026 for eligible bookings. Air India

Why this matters — fleet, route network and timing

Air India is using the ‘Namaste World’ sale to capture Independence Day travel momentum and the upcoming festive season. The sale spans domestic metro links and key international routes, including South-East Asia, the Middle East and Europe — making it attractive both for budget-minded domestic travelers and international leisure/business flyers planning trips later this year.

How to book and extra perks

Air India emphasized book-direct benefits (website/app), including waived convenience fees on some fares and targeted discounts (for example, limited-time offers to specific destinations and baggage deals). The airline’s official newsroom materials and booking pages list the precise fare rules, travel dates and booking windows.

Tips for travelers (quick checklist)

• Book early on the sale days for the lowest fares — Day 1 web/app inventory is often the best.
• Check fare rules for change/refund and baggage allowances before purchase.
• Compare multi-city or round-trip combinations if you have flexible dates — some international routes show deeper savings for specific return windows.

Bottom line

Air India’s ‘Namaste World’ is a broad, time-limited fare push timed around Independence Day. If you’ve been waiting for a cheap domestic hop or a discounted international ticket later this year, this sale is worth checking — but act before 11:59 PM IST on August 15, 2025, since low-fare inventory is limited and sells fast.