Is there a resource to tell you if an airport requires going through immigration for a connecting flight?

1. Do I need to go through immigration for a connecting flight?
2. How do I ask for assistance at the airport?
3. How does wheelchair assistance work at airports?
4. How is immigration check done?
5. What is the procedure for connecting flights?
6. What happens if you miss a connecting flight because of a delay?
7. What is travel assistance in flight?
8. Can you get help with luggage at airport?
9. Do you tip Airport CART drivers?
10. Is wheelchair assistance at airport free?
11. How do I book a flight with a wheelchair assistance?
12. Is there any discount for handicapped in flights?

Do I need to go through immigration for a connecting flight?

When you're connecting from an international flight to a domestic one, you'll always have to exit and reenter security as you'll need to go through customs and immigration (unless you have gone through preclearance aboard, which is rare).

How do I ask for assistance at the airport?

Call your airline and request wheelchair assistance at least 48 hours before your trip begins. If possible, call earlier. The customer service representative will put a "requires special assistance" note in your reservation record and tell your departure, arrival and transfer airports to provide a wheelchair.

How does wheelchair assistance work at airports?

You are entitled to stay in your own wheelchair until you get to the gate. At the gate, your wheelchair will be taken from you. If you cannot walk, you will be transported to your aircraft seat in an aisle chair. Your wheelchair will be returned to you at the gate once you reach your destination.

How is immigration check done?

Immigration check is conducted for all passengers, Indians or foreigners, both at the time of arrival and departure. The passports are duly stamped at time of arrival as well as departure. Passengers should be careful to see that their passports are duly stamped before leaving the immigration counter.

What is the procedure for connecting flights?

In cases where the connecting flight is one another airline or another terminal, passengers must go through a security and baggage check once again before you get on board the connecting flight to reach your destination.

What happens if you miss a connecting flight because of a delay?

If the missed connection is the airline's fault (a delayed initial flight due to mechanical problems, for example), the airline should rebook you on the next available flight. If the next outbound flight is the following morning, the airline should either book you on another airline or provide accommodations and meals.

What is travel assistance in flight?

Travel assistance is a term in use throughout much of the world which refers to a service which provides help, primarily in medical emergencies during travel. Travel assistance is different from medical, travel or trip cancellation insurance.

Can you get help with luggage at airport?

Let us help you elevate your airport experience. We offer our exclusive airport assistance concierge services at over 500 airports around the globe. Our friendly agents will help with check-in, assist with luggage, escort through security, and make sure you get to your gate safely.

Do you tip Airport CART drivers?

Your ride to the airport: You may be in a hurry, but don't forget to tip the hotel or parking lot shuttle driver. ... Electric cart driver: If you hitch a ride on an airport's electric cart and the driver delivers you — timely and safely — to your destination, a $2-$3 tip would be appropriate.

Is wheelchair assistance at airport free?

Similarly, Air India offers wheelchair assistance to help you navigate and go through the customs and formalities at the airport. You can also ask for mobility assistance while you book your tickets.

How do I book a flight with a wheelchair assistance?

You can choose to travel with a personal wheelchair or utilize one of the many types of wheelchair services we offer. To schedule service or ask a question, call 404-209-3434 or log in to My Trips and select a flight to submit a Special Service Request.

Is there any discount for handicapped in flights?

Locomotor Disabled persons (80% and above) are allowed following concessions in Indian Airlines : (a) 50% of Normal Economy Class INR Fare or Point to Point Fare. ... (b) 50% of INR fare applicable to foreigners resident in India for travel on Domestic Sectors.