IndiGo launches exclusive offers for customers using its mobile application

The offer will continue through March and can be availed by entering the code in the promotion code field. The airline is also offering a cash back of up to Rs 500 is available for customers using MobiKwik wallet

Moneycontrol News

February 22, 2022 / 13:27 IST

Image: Twitter/@IndiGo6E

Low-cost airline IndiGo is offering its customers a free meal and seat selection if you book a ticket on its mobile app starting February 21.

The offer will continue through March and can be availed by entering the code in the promotion code field. The airline is also offering a cash back of up to Rs 500 for customers using MobiKwik wallet.

The initiatives are designed to boost the COVID vaccination drive in the country and encourage passengers to travel again.

"February is the perfect month to travel due to its mellowing weather. We are confident that these app offers will enhance the passenger comfort and trust, augmenting the overall demand for air travel. We will continue to work towards strengthening consumer confidence in air travel and are committed to provide an on-time, courteous, safe, and hassle-free experience at affordable fares onboard our lean, clean flying machine,” William Boulter, Chief Commercial Officer, IndiGo, said in a press release.

Earlier this month, IndiGo had restarted its ‘Vaxi Fare’ scheme for all domestic flights with 10 percent discount on the base fare for vaccinated customers.

The largest airline in India in terms of market share for passengers ferried as of February 2 reintroduced the Vaxi Fare scheme through a tweet on Wednesday.

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