What is the difference between a promo and a budget in Aeroflot? Tariffs and conditions

At the airport/on board the aircraft dimensions hand luggage are checked by the Airline's measuring devices. Hand luggage must fit freely (without force - under its own weight) into these measuring devices.

¹ In excess of the norm and without charging an additional fee, the passenger has the right to carry the following things if they are with the passenger and not included in luggage:

• A backpack with dimensions no more than 40x30x20 cm, weighing no more than 5 kg, or a handbag, or a briefcase with things included in the backpack, or bag, or briefcase;
• Bouquet of flowers;
• Outerwear;
• Umbrella cane;
• Baby food for the child during the flight;
• Suit in a suitcase;
• A device for carrying a child (baby cradle, restraint systems (devices) for children under two years of age, baby stroller and other devices) when transporting a child, which can be safely placed in the aircraft cabin on a shelf above the passenger seat or under the seat in front of the passenger seat ( dimensions no more than 65x40x20 cm);
• Medicines, special dietary needs in the amount required for the duration of the flight;
• Crutches, canes, walkers, rollators, folding wheelchairs used by a passenger and having dimensions that allow them to be safely placed in the aircraft cabin on a shelf above the passenger seat or under the seat in front of the passenger seat;
• Items purchased from duty-free shops at the airport, packaged in one sealed package plastic bag, weighing no more than 3 kg.

² Ski, snowboard, surfing and diving equipment, hockey equipment, bicycles, scooters, golf equipment, fishing equipment. Exception: direct flights between Moscow and the cities of Bukhara, Samarkand, Tashkent, Fergana, Dushanbe, as well as transfer routes from/to these cities when traveling through Vnukovo airport in Moscow

³ If there are no seats at the applied rate, an additional payment will be charged up to the available rate

4 1 flight segment is a flight from one city to another.
If you fly from Kaliningrad to Sochi with a transfer in Moscow, then these are 2 flight segments.

5 Baggage allowance, regardless of the fare: hand luggage (40x30x20cm) 5 kg, as well as baby food, cradle and stroller (according to FAP standards).

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If you decide not to fly

Notify Utair about this no later than 40 minutes before flight departure. If you do not show up for your flight and do not notify us in advance, your seats along the entire route will be canceled automatically.

You will not be able to board the plane at the transfer point or on the return route. If you want to terminate your flight or fly only from the transfer point or only on the return route, be sure to call Utair.

Notification

Transportation and other services provided by the carrier are subject to the terms and conditions of carriage, which are incorporated herein by reference. These conditions can be obtained from the issuing carrier or the carrier named on the ticket. Passengers whose carriage has a final destination or stopover in a country other than the country of departure are advised that the entire carriage, including any part thereof located within the territory of a country, may be subject to the provisions of international agreements known as the Montreal Convention or its predecessor, the Warsaw Convention. convention, including amendments to it (Warsaw system). For such passengers, the applicable agreement (including special conditions transportation due to applicable tariffs) regulates and may limit the liability of the carrier. More detailed information can be obtained from the carrier.

Although Aeroflot has 3 main classes of service, air tickets are divided into a much larger number of categories. As a result, an inexperienced traveler runs the risk of receiving services that are not to the extent he expected. After all, depending on the nuances, standards are established free transportation baggage, the presence of fines during exchange, features of pre-flight service. To avoid unpleasant surprises, find out in advance What classes of tickets does Aeroflot offer to travelers?.

Business class: “Optimum” and “Premium”

Business class tickets cost 2-3 times more than budget tickets, but there are plenty of advantages. Whichever option you choose, you will check in at a separate counter where there is no line. You will then proceed to a comfortable waiting room to relax and enjoy drinks and food. The benefits also include the fact that business class passengers board in the first row and leave the aircraft at their destination.

If you are flying with children and do not want to travel in crowded economy, buy tickets in comfortable cabins. The company provides discounts:

• for children flying within the Russian Federation in the arms of their parents or in a special cradle, you will not have to pay;
• if you travel with Aeroflot outside the country, then a discount for a child up to 2 years will be 90 % ;
• For children who are provided with a separate seat, the ticket price is 75 % from the adult rate (allowed only with an accompanying person).

There are also additional benefits that are determined depending on the class of air ticket. At the beginning of 2019, the carrier sells “Business” in 2 categories: "Maximum" or "Optimum".

What is Business Maximum?

Aeroflot offers several booking classes, but the most convenient option is considered "Business Maximum" (Flex). It appeared after updating the tariff line, where it replaced “Premium”. But passengers are provided with the same benefits:

• 2 pieces of luggage;
• the ability to pre-select a chair in the appropriate salon, for which there is no additional charge;
• if you decide not to fly and notify about this even after check-in for the flight has ended, the money will be returned without deduction of fines;
• Changes to an existing reservation are made free of charge.

Bonus miles are awarded based on the fare code prefix. By 250 % you will receive if you see the following combinations of symbols on the ticket:

• J.F.M.;
• J.F.O.;
• CFM;
• CFO;
• DFM;
• DFO.

For other classes in the category, the number of bonus miles will be reduced to 200 % .

The advantages also include the duration of Aeroflot’s obligations to passengers. Depending on the letter code that you see on your travel document, they will be 365-175 days. What does this mean? Imagine that you have purchased a ticket for a flight, but due to force majeure, the company is unable to provide you with a service. The reason may be weather or other factors: in any case, Aeroflot is obliged to transport you from point A to point B within the specified period. If it is 30 days, as in budget tickets, you will simply get your money back. Aeroflot will provide the service to holders of Business class travel documents as soon as force majeure circumstances pass. Also during this period you have the right to change the date, route or time of travel.

Among the shortcomings of the rules, passengers cite the ban on combining tickets within different fare groups. If you are traveling within the Russian Federation, the problem can be solved by purchasing separate travel documents to and from your destination.

Business class "Optimum" at Aeroflot: what is it and how is it different?

Business class booking at Aeroflot includes the option "Optimum" (Classic). It is similar to the previous one, but it has fewer advantages:

• Changes to an existing reservation are subject to a fee. The amount depends on the characteristics of the flight: in the Russian Federation you will pay RUB 2,300., and outside - 40 $ or 35 €.
• You can only combine a ticket with options of the same fare group.
• It will not be possible to refuse transportation without deducting part of the amount. While Flex class can be returned without penalty even after the departure date, this is not the case with Classic.
• Miles are accrued depending on the code on the ticket. When travel document belongs to the class designated by the combination JCL, JCO, CCL, CCO, DCL, DCO, then you will get 200% miles. In other cases, charges are reduced to 150 % .

Although, when compared, Optimum class tickets are inferior to the previous option, they are more affordable in price. Also, you won't complain about the level of comfort, although it largely depends on the flight and the airport. For example, in Perm, the Business lounge is inferior to budget lounges at capital airports.

The main difference in ticket classes is that “Maximum” is subject to replacement and refund at no additional cost. If you're not sure you're going to fly on a specific day, choose this option. For travelers who cannot reschedule the date and are not late for the airport, the Classic tariff is suitable. There are no differences in seat comfort, food or service, so you will fly with the same comfort.

How different are the prices for categories in the Business class? On the short route the difference is about 11,000 rubles; on medium-haul routes - 13,000 rubles, and on long-haul routes - 18,000 rubles.

Passenger review of flights in Aeroflot business class, 12/25/2018

I was flying on a flight to Vladivostok and was surprised to notice that there were new cutlery and even special glasses for different drinks on board. They brought me wine in a wine glass, and my neighbor was served champagne in a tall glass, as it should be. I thought I wouldn’t live to see the time when Aeroflot found out that people who paid 90,000 rubles for a ticket could be provided with normal service. Overall, I am satisfied; the reality more or less lived up to the promises.

Comfort ticket class on Aeroflot flights: what to consider

You can purchase Comfort tickets on Aeroflot flights if you are traveling on a Boeing aircraft: in other cases, the company does not have the technical capabilities to provide the service. The salon is a cross between a deteriorated “Business” and an improved “Economy”.

There are no special privileges for passengers: the main advantage will be the baggage allowance ( 2 places). During check-in, you should be provided with a specially designated counter in the Economy zone, but at many airports passengers undergo the procedure under general conditions. There is no priority boarding or disembarking.

The classification of tickets in this category involves division into “Maximum” and “Optimum”.

Conditions and tariffs for “Comfort Maximum” (Flex)

Ticket class "Comfort Maximum" implies the following advantages:

• return flight date remains open;
• the minimum period of stay at the destination is not limited;
• for the flight you will receive 200 % miles;
• the passenger has the right to cancel the flight without penalty, even if registration has already ended;
• booking conditions can be changed;
• pay extra to choose comfortable places in the cabin, you won't have to.

Also, Comfort Flex ticket holders will be able to upgrade their service class if they wish. This means you can buy a travel document and later board the business lounge. You can pay for the service not only with money, but also with bonus miles that you will receive for participating in the loyalty program.

Conditions and tariffs for “Comfort Optimum”

Although class of service "Comfort Optimum" (Classic) compares favorably with Aeroflot's Economy; it has a number of limitations compared to Maximum:

• it will not be possible to reschedule the return flight;
• bonuses for travel are not 200%, but 150 % ;
• if you want to upgrade your service class, you will have to pay with money, not miles;
• You will be able to return the ticket before check-in for the flight ends, and you will have to pay a fine; if you are late by this time, you will lose the entire amount;
• It will be possible to change the flight conditions (for example, the date) only for additional money, and if the flight indicated on the ticket has already departed, then adjustments will become impossible.

As in the previous case, there will be no difference in service or passenger accommodation. The ticket class is characterized mainly by flexible conditions, so punctual travelers will do without overpayments. You can get improved pre-flight service if you have a Gold Card (the company issues it to loyal customers). It will allow you to enjoy the same benefits at the airport as business passengers, and the flight itself will take place in increased comfort.

Is it worth taking “Comfort” on Aeroflot flights?

Whichever “Comfort” option you choose, count on comfortable seats: they are equipped with fixed backrests, so the passenger sitting in front will not recline, taking up all the space.

The disadvantages of this option include the fact that you will not be able to unfold the chair and have a good sleep. The armrests between the seats do not fall down, and even those who occupy the entire row alone will not be able to lie down.

The space between the rows has been increased - 97 cm, which allows you to stretch your legs. For comparison: only the passenger sitting at emergency exit.

The disadvantages of “Comfort Maximum” and “Optimum” also include drinks. As a greeting, they give water or juice; There is no alcohol on most flights at all. On some routes you will receive a bottle of wine, but in general Aeroflot has introduced prohibition. The food is a mixture of “Economy” and “Business”: snacks from the budget category, and hot food is better.

If you have a day flight, Comfort Maximum or Optimum will suit you. For overnight travel, fork out for Business Optimum or fly in an economy compartment where you can recline the seat.

Economy class in Aeroflot tariffs: features of budget travel

Budget travel involves the greatest number of restrictions. All class tickets do not entitle passengers to board first: a privilege reserved for the Business category. Once you have purchased this type of travel document, you will wait in line to check in and then proceed to the general waiting area. Upon arrival, luggage will be issued as usual.

Ticket class "Economy Promo": fare features

This is the most cheap option, so it has a lot of limitations:

• The return flight date cannot be rescheduled;
• 25 % ;
• for personal belongings is provided 1 place;
• Transit passengers are not allowed to stop at the transfer point;
• Only those who participate in the Sky Team loyalty program will be able to choose a seat;
• discounts are not provided to children who travel in a separate seat (children without a seat fly free within the Russian Federation, and abroad - for 10 % cost).

What does the ban on stopping at transfer points mean? For example, you fly on an Aeroflot plane, then spend a couple of days in a certain city and continue your journey. As a result, the company needs to fill the vacant position in the first aircraft, which flew on without you. Since you chose the most budget fare, the carrier simply prohibited this situation. As a result, Promo flights are only direct.

A serious disadvantage is that you are not allowed to return the ticket and get money back. The only relaxation is the ability to change the conditions before the plane departs, but you will have to pay 2,300 rub., 40 $ or 35 €.

Table on the carrier's official website

The disadvantages of the tariff include the inability to upgrade the class of service even with pre-order. If you want to change to Comfort, you will need to tell the front desk about it and make an additional payment. But such an opportunity is not provided in all directions. Those who want to improve their flight conditions and pay with miles will have to buy a ticket of a different tariff.

It is difficult to purchase a Promo travel document because the company offers them in small quantities. A review from a real person will help you:

I flew to the Czech Republic from Moscow, taking the Promo class. I found it on sale by accident: I subscribed to the “Cheap Air Tickets” campaign, but I didn’t receive a notification. There were only options for the coldest time of the year, when the travel season is over, but for me the priority is cheapness. I was pleased with the result, I will follow the suggestions.

Economy Budget class at Aeroflot: what does it mean

"Economy Budget" (Saver) differs little from the previous version: there is a significant difference in the number of miles accrued ( 75-125 % ), as well as the period of validity of transportation obligations. It is more profitable to buy such a ticket if you are flying with children, since if there is an adult accompanying person, a discount is given for passengers under 12 years old 25 % .

Economy Optimum class at Aeroflot: what does it mean?

The “Optimum” class is in greatest demand due to its budget cost and sufficient flexibility of conditions. Aeroflot offers the following:

• bonus miles are awarded in the amount 100-150 % ;
• you can fly in transit with a stop before 72 hours;
• paid upgrades to service class are allowed;
• under certain conditions, you can select seats in the cabin in advance;
• 1 piece of luggage is provided;
• you are allowed to return your travel document before departure, but you will be charged a fine;
• You can change the terms of service in advance by making an additional payment.

The cost of a ticket for children is determined by the same rules as in the previous category.

Aeroflot Economy Maximum class: what is offered to travelers

Although the Economy Premium class has disappeared from Aeroflot categories, it has been replaced by "Maximum" (Flex). The tariff remained the most convenient, but also the most expensive in the budget line. It has the following advantages:

• you can choose the date of your return flight yourself, which will give you the opportunity to shift the dates if necessary;
• for the trip is charged 150-200 % bonus miles;
• you can fly in transit, and the maximum delay at the point where you are going to transfer will be from 5.5 months up to a year;
• You can upgrade your service class not only for money, but also for bonus miles;
• if necessary, you will return the ticket and receive the amount back without deduction of a fine, even after check-in for the plane has been completed;
• it is allowed to make changes to an already made reservation without paying extra;
• when transporting luggage you will be provided with 2 places.

All fares only allow combinations with a group of the same class. For example, you are flying to Rhodes: Aeroflot takes you to Athens, and then Aegan Air. There is no need to take 2 different travel documents for these parts of the journey, as combined tickets are available for sale. But both segments must be booked in the same category: if you took “Maximum” on Aeroflot, you are not allowed to buy the most budget seats on Aegan Air.

Letter designations in Aeroflot: decoding of booking classes

How to upgrade your service class at Aeroflot for money and miles

Depending on the fare of the ticket you purchased, you can upgrade your service class using cash or miles. Read more about the terms of service.

You can see what you get if your Aeroflot ticket class allows you to upgrade in the video:

Discounts, special offers and promotions at Aeroflot

In some cases, the carrier offers tickets at special prices or runs promotions. For example, at the beginning of January 2019, a campaign was launched to reduce the cost of selling travel documents with Far East V central areas Russia. Part of the money that the passengers did not contribute was transferred from the Federal Treasury. True, it was possible to buy discounted tickets only for 5 days, after which the allotted funds limit ended.

In order not to miss offers, follow the information on the official website. On the main page you will find the section “ Special offers", where you can find out about the tariffs. You can also enter your name and email address in the form to receive timely alerts. True, the method will not please you with its reliability: according to reviews, notifications about the availability of cheap Promo tickets are not received.

Conclusion

On Aeroflot flights you will find several classes with different conditions and prices. As a result, you will travel with maximum comfort or spend a minimum of money, saving on the road. But you will have to understand the nuances: otherwise you risk finding out at the last moment that the travel document cannot be returned or exchanged.

— these are 193 aircraft whose age does not exceed 4 years. Aeroflot is constantly working to improve the quality of customer service. Ticket prices are calculated in such a way that people with different budgets can afford them.

The company offers several tariffs that provide a specific set of services. These are Business, Comfort and Economy. They, in turn, are divided into Premium, Optimum, Budget and Promo. The breakdown of Aeroflot tariffs will be discussed in this article. Their choice affects what class of service you will be provided on board the airliner.

The most favorable tariff, at which the passenger has the right to the maximum number of services, is Business Premium. Change the departure date, refund the ticket fee, make changes to an existing reservation- all this can be done if you purchase tickets at this rate.

There is also Business Optimum. It is similar to the first one, but the number of advantages is much less. For date changes, etc. you can only with deduction of a certain amount or with additional payment.

Both of them can be taken with you in your luggage two suitcases weighing 32 kg each and one bag weighing up to 15 kg in hand luggage. Before departure, you can use the Business Class lounge, quickly receive your luggage and be the first to leave. They will also serve you during registration without queues.

Can't find information about tariffs on the company's website? Select the " reference Information" Next, click “About purchasing a ticket.”

Examples of codes for this tariff - JFM, DFM, IFM, CCO, etc.

There are the same two subsections - Premium and Optimum. Their characteristics are similar to those listed above. The difference is in the weight of the luggage. You can take it with you two suitcases, but weighing 23 kg each. You are allowed to take in your hand luggage one bag up to 10 kg.

You won't be able to board the plane first or claim your luggage right away. Only Business Class passengers enjoy these privileges.

The codes for these tariffs can be as follows - WFM, SFO, ACO, AFM, etc.

The tariffs can be the following - Premium, Optimum, Budget and Promo. Premium comes with the widest privileges. You will be able to change the departure date, you have the right for two pieces of luggage each up to 23 kg.

Aeroflot Economy Class cabin.

What is this Aeroflot Economy Class “Optimum” fare? You get fewer benefits, but they are there. You will have the opportunity to upgrade your service class when booking, choose your seats in advance, and can be combined with the same fares, but in other classes of service. In your luggage you can take one suitcase weighing 23 kg, and hand luggage - up to 10 kg.

The third Aeroflot tariff in the Economy class list is “Budget”. It will not be possible to change the departure date, get your money back for tickets or make changes to your reservation.. In terms of the number and weight of luggage and hand luggage, the rules do not differ from Optimum.

Aeroflot Economy Class N may be indicated on tickets. To understand what tariff this is, look at the next two letters that follow it. If FM or FO, then it is Premium. CL or CO is Optimum, and VU and VO are Budget. Same thing with Economy Class E.

The last one is the cheapest - Promo. Buying tickets on it is very difficult. The company provides passengers with the opportunity to purchase a limited number of them and within a certain, short period of time. More information on how you can purchase tickets at the Promo rate can be found in this article.

What kind of Aeroflot Economy Class “Promo” tariff is this? It is designated by its unique codes - RSX and RSO. If you are participating in bonus program company, then you will receive only 25%. Can only be combined with the same rate. There are no restrictions on luggage and hand luggage. You can make changes to your order, but only with an additional payment.

Features of booking classes

When you choose Business Class booking with Aeroflot, you get a lot of privileges. You will be provided full range of SkyPriority services. At the airport, you will spend your time in comfort in the local lounges with enhanced comfort. You will be checked in in advance, you and your luggage will be taken to the plane first.

On the plane you will sit separately from Economy passengers. Ergonomic chairs with cushions, USB sockets, etc. will be at your service. You will be provided with a separate menu. The dishes are prepared by the best chefs and served in porcelain dishes. They will give you a wine list to go with it. It's being updated every 6 months.

To find information about service classes on the company’s website, go back to “Reference Information”. Then select “On Board”.

The Comfort class also has a large number of advantages. You will be sitting on board the plane in comfortable, adjustable chairs. Delicious dishes served in beautiful settings will be served to you. To prevent passengers from getting bored during the flight, their seats are equipped with special multimedia system. The flight attendants will take care of your comfort.

In Economy you will be no less comfortable. Ergonomic seats with folding tables and mobile armrests allow you to have a pleasant flight. For small passengers, entertainment and children's kits are provided. Adults are provided with pillows, blankets and an amenity kit. It consists of slippers and a sleep mask.

If you are a vegetarian or diabetic, you will be provided with separate meals.

Conclusion

Aeroflot tries to satisfy the needs of all its passengers. Three classes of service correspond to different needs - Business, Comfort and Economy. Several tariffs have been formed for them. This makes it possible for people with high, medium and low budgets to purchase tickets.

One of the most profitable ones is Premium and Optimum. All three service classes have them. Economy Class has two additional tariffs - Budget and Promo. You can buy very cheap tickets using them. That's why they are the most popular.

Travelers who fly more or less frequently with the largest Russian airline are able to instantly decipher air ticket data without spending much effort. For them, booking data, time and date of departure, comfort class and its cost are in specially designated columns, the location of which is well known.

People who rarely use the services of air carriers usually get lost in a large number of numbers, not understanding where the information about a particular flight and its price is indicated. In fact, the problem has a fairly simple solution; you only need to spend a little time once, studying the flight rules for one class or another and correlating the information received with the air ticket data.

Popular destinations of Aeroflot airline

You can purchase a plane ticket in various ways: buy a paper version at ticket offices, book and pay on the official website of the air carrier or through search engines optimized for selecting the desired flights of all airlines. In any case, you should first study the terms of the tariff, which outline the actions that the passenger and the air carrier have the right to take.

The rules of any airline always describe in detail the procedures for purchasing, booking, checking in for a flight, boarding a plane, exchanging and returning tickets of all comfort classes. It is recommended that you read the information, since most clients purchase budget options air tickets. The disadvantage of such flights is that the range of possibilities provided to the passenger is significantly narrowed, so the low price of the flight is not always justified - in an unforeseen situation, you can simply lose all the money paid to the airline.

At the same time, it is not necessary to buy seats exclusively in business class, but if possible, it is better to ignore the cheapest plane tickets. Aeroflot airline has the following tariff schedule:

1. Division of classes in the “economy” group:

• promo;
• budget;
• optimum;
• status.

2. Business class is divided into:

• optimum;
• status.

All classes are individually designated using letters. Among them, there are several categories that are in greater demand than others.

The most budget fare available at Aeroflot airline is suitable, for example. The cost of air tickets is as low and affordable as possible, however, the passenger cannot choose almost any conditions other than the destination. Even the departure and return dates are selected from those proposed by the air carrier. As a rule, such flights are scheduled for the least profitable days and months. The date of the return flight is necessarily fixed, usually falling on Sundays.

The tariff applies to international flights. Flights within Russia have slightly different conditions. A passenger can only stay in the city of arrival for a month. Aeroflot airlines have long introduced a cumulative system of bonus miles. Having flown a certain number of hundreds of miles, the client has the right to demand a free flight or a significant reduction in the price of the air ticket. The website lists flights and bonus miles that are different for all classes. The “economy-promo” group allows you to accrue 25% of the total length of the route.

Flights at this fare are only direct; it is impossible to buy flights with transfers to explore other cities and countries. The option of changing the comfort class to a higher one does not work here either - the client will not be able to pay for the service either with miles or real money. You can return your ticket, but subject to the following conditions:

• Cancellation of a flight 24 hours or more in advance will result in a fine of 25 euros.
• It is possible to return a plane ticket in less than 24 hours only by paying a commission in the amount of 25% of the full price of the ticket and the same service fee of 25 euros.
• A ticket cannot be refunded immediately before departure.
• For domestic flights, it is possible to change several flight criteria by paying a fine of 2 to 4 thousand rubles. Changing the conditions of an international flight will cost the client approximately 100 euros. Air tickets for children under two years old with arrival points located in other countries will cost only 10% of the full fare. Older children fly at full price. If a flight with a child aged 0-2 years takes place inside Russian Federation, then the child has the right to a free flight. For a child under 12 years old, you will have to buy a flight ticket, but at 75% of the price.

The largest number of tickets for Aeroflot airliners are sold at this tariff. The high demand is explained by the optimal ratio of price and the range of services offered. With a relatively low cost of the flight, the service package is more extensive compared to the most budget fare. The return departure date is also fixed, and the choice of dates is limited, but the passenger is not limited by the month of stay in the country or city - the return date can be delayed by six months.

It will also be much faster to accumulate miles with this tariff, because the increase percentage will be 150%. The flight can be made with connections in other populated areas, it doesn’t matter whether they will be in Russia or abroad. The comfort class can be upgraded to a higher one, for example, based on accumulated miles, however, you must first check the conditions for a particular flight, as they vary. The conditions for canceling a flight are quite lenient:

• When returning an air ticket one day or more in advance, the passenger will pay a service fee of 25 euros for foreign flights and 900 rubles for domestic flights.
• If there are less than 24 hours left before departure, only a quarter of the cost of the air ticket will be deducted without a service fee.
• Once check-in is completed and boarding is announced, the ticket cannot be refunded.
• Exchanging a ticket for flights will require an additional payment of 50 euros; a fine of 100 euros applies only to flights to the United States of America. The benefits and travel conditions for children aged 0-2 years are similar to the previous fare discussed, with one caveat: a child over 2 years old flying without an adult accompanying person will not receive discounts, and the flight will cost the same as for adults.

The most expensive of all Aeroflot airline fares, which is preferred by wealthy citizens whose income allows them to spend decent amounts on air tickets. Of course, the package of services provided for VIP passengers includes all possible conditions, including an indefinite return flight date. The percentage of bonus miles reaches 200.

Staying in the city of arrival is allowed for up to 12 months, and you can get there directly or in transit with any transfer options. If a flight is cancelled, the full cost of the ticket will be refunded without penalties or fees, including change at the time of check-in or boarding. You can also freely change your air ticket to a more suitable date and time.

When flying abroad, a child under 2 years old is provided with an air ticket for 10% of the full price and is entitled to a free flight within Russia. After 2 years, accompanying adults have the right to buy a plane ticket for a child at half the price.

It should be noted that an economy class flight in the “status” category has almost complete coincidence on the above points. The passenger can choose the date of return himself, already at the point of arrival, where he has the right to spend 12 months. Bonus miles will be accrued at the rate of 200% of the number of flights completed on the voyage.

Returns and exchanges of air tickets are also free, up to cancellation of the flight before boarding. The difference will be in the comfort of the seat and a narrower selection of the menu offered during the flight.

Aeroflot: 90 years at the top

Any experienced traveler needs just one glance at his ticket to get comprehensive information about the flight, booking, prices and rules that apply to a particular class. However, if you do not travel very often, the abundance of tariffs can scare you and make you panic. And this is definitely not worth doing. It’s better to understand once and for all the possible classes and their rules and prices. Deciphering Aeroflot tariffs is not such a difficult task if you know the algorithm.

Please note that it does not matter where you buy the ticket (at the box office, on the website or on the agent’s resource), the main thing here is to familiarize yourself with the fare rules. They assert your rights and the rights of the carrier. They usually cover not only seat comfort, but also regulations regarding return, boarding, and so on. All this is very important if you need to exchange or return tickets. Cheap services are not the most correct selection criterion. It is worth understanding that low price due to only one thing – a huge number of restrictions. How cheaper ticket– the more there are and the more inconvenient it will be in critical situations. Currently there are the following tariff classes:

1. Promo-economy.
2. Budget-economy.
3. Optimum-economy.
4. Economy status
5. Optimum business.
6. Status business.

For each of them, a letter encoding is also used. It’s worth taking a closer look at the most popular classes.

Promo-economy is considered the simplest and cheapest fare from Aeroflot. But there are a large number of restrictions and prohibitions. It’s difficult to call it convenient. Aeroflot calls this booking class suitable for students and budget tourists. An open return flight date is, of course, prohibited here. It is also worth knowing that the date of the return flight here, in principle, cannot be any. You need to be at your destination before the next Sunday, otherwise you simply won’t be able to fly at this fare.

However, if the flight is carried out between Russian cities, then these rules do not apply. You can stay at your destination for no more than a month for any country and city.
Aeroflot has its own bonus system. When there are enough of them, you can get a significant discount or even free ticket. Each flight and class has its own amount. In the case of the economy promo, this is 25% miles.

Transit conditions and transfers are prohibited in this tariff, so you won’t be able to see any country along the way. It is also not allowed to upgrade your service class upon boarding.
The following return conditions apply:

• refund of the ticket if there is more than a day left before departure - with a fee of 25 euros;
• less than 24 hours – a fine of 25% of the ticket price and a total fee of 25 euros;
• You cannot return your ticket right before departure.

If you are flying within Russia, you can change some flight conditions with a fine of 2000-4000 rubles, but for flights abroad it is 100 euros. For children under 2 years old, it provides a 90% discount (in Russia, flights are generally free), but if the child is over two years old, then there are no discounts at all. The exception is Russian flights within the country for children aged 2 to 12 years, then a 25% discount is given.

Economy class optimum Aeroflot: what is it?

This tariff is quite popular because, on the one hand, it is inexpensive, and on the other, there are much fewer restrictions here. Aeroflot sells this economy fare most often. Here, as in the previous case, an open departure date in the opposite direction is not allowed. However, there are no restrictions on the minimum period of stay at the destination. You can stay in the country for a maximum of six months.

The bonus miles here are a solid 150%. Transit transfers are also allowed here. You can upgrade your service class, but each flight has its own surcharge system. In case of return, the following rules apply:

• more than a day - a fee of 25 euros, for Russian destinations - 900 rubles;
• less than 24 hours – 25% of the total amount;
• when landing - prohibited.

You can change flight conditions by paying a fine of 50 euros. But if you fly to America, the amount will be 100 euros. For children under 2 years old, the same discounts apply as in the case of the previous tariffs, but if a child over 2 years old travels alone, unaccompanied, then he is given 0%, and with adults - 25%.

Business status: what are the conditions for this tariff?

There are classes of Aeroflot tickets that are reserved for more presentable clients who are willing to pay many times more for a flight. But such tariffs also have many advantages. An open return flight date is allowed here. Bonus miles are 200%.

You can stay at your destination for up to a year; there is no minimum period. Transit transfers are also allowed. The rules for returning tickets are as follows:

• more than 24 hours in advance - full refund, without any fines or surcharges;
• in less than a day - also a full refund;
• upon registration - full refund.

You can change flight conditions without additional payment. Children under 2 years old travel with a 90% discount (free in Russia). From two years of age a 50% discount is provided for accompanying adults.
It is noteworthy that similar conditions are provided within the economy status tariff. Almost all conditions are duplicated here, including an open return date, a year of stay at the destination and 200% bonus miles.

The return conditions are also duplicated here. There is no need to pay extra for any types of returned tickets, even if you decide to cancel the flight right before departure. What is changing here? In fact, only the quality of service on the flight, the convenience of the seat, the serving of drinks and food.

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