Lennupilet

Lennupilet is the document that confirms a passenger’s right to travel on a specific flight or set of flights with an airline. In modern practice, most lennupiletid are issued as electronic tickets (e-tickets) linked to a passenger name record and a booking reference, although paper tickets still exist in some cases. The term is the standard Estonian word for an air travel ticket.

A lennupilet contains essential details about the journey. This includes the passenger’s name, the itinerary (origin, destination, dates), flight numbers, carrier, travel class, and the applicable fare. It also includes a ticket or booking number, the issuing airline or agency, and often a barcode or QR code used for check-in. The accompanying fare rules specify baggage allowances, changes, refunds, and penalties associated with the ticket.

Issuance and use: Tickets are issued after payment by the airline, travel agency, or online platform. After issuance, the passenger uses the ticket to check in and obtain a boarding pass, typically through electronic check-in or at the airport counter. A booking reference (PNR) and, if applicable, an e-ticket number link the passenger to the itinerary.

Policies and flexibility: Tickets vary in flexibility. Some fares are non-refundable or carry penalties for changes; others allow changes or cancellations with varying fees or fare differences. The fare rules determine eligibility for changes, refunds, seat selection, and mileage accrual.

Practical notes: The name on the lennupilet must match the traveler’s passport or ID, especially for international flights. Passengers should review visa requirements, check-in times, and baggage allowances before travel.