{"id":40458,"date":"2025-06-17T16:23:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T10:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/indulge\/?p=40458"},"modified":"2026-08-17T13:46:58","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T08:16:58","slug":"air-india-online-ticket-cancellation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/indulge\/travel\/air-india-online-ticket-cancellation\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Cancel an Air India Ticket Online (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel plans do not always go as expected, but cancelling your Air India ticket can be straightforward when you know the airline&#8217;s policy. If you cancel within 24 hours of booking and your flight is scheduled at least 7 days later, you can usually cancel without paying a fee. After this period, cancellation charges vary based on your fare type, cabin class, and the time left before departure. Whether you booked directly through Air India or via travel platforms like MakeMyTrip, Goibibo, or Yatra, understanding the process can help you avoid confusion. This guide covers cancellation steps, fees, refund timelines, and important rules before you cancel.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<h3><strong>Steps to Cancel an Air India Ticket Online<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>How to Cancel Online:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Go to Air India\u2019s website or app -&gt; <\/span><strong>Manage Booking<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> -&gt; enter your <\/span><strong>PNR &amp; Last Name<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> -&gt;select <\/span><strong>Cancel Booking<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. (Note: If booked via an agent\/OTA like MakeMyTrip, cancel directly on their platform).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Free 24-Hour Window:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Full refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking (flight must be 7+ days away).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Cancellation Fees:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Domestic Economy fees range from <\/span><strong>\u20b91,000 to \u20b95,000<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> depending on fare type and timing. Flex, Business, and First Class fares usually waive fees if cancelled 3+ days prior.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Refund Timeline:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Processed to your original payment method within <\/span><strong>7 to 10 business days<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Perks:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Maharaja Club Gold &amp; Platinum members receive fee waivers on eligible fares.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><strong>Where to Cancel Your Air India Ticket Based on How You Booked<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ticket cancellation process depends on how you originally <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/indulge\/travel\/air-india-ticket-booking-online\/\" rel=\"follow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">booked an Air India ticket online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or offline. In most cases, you should cancel your booking through the same platform used for the reservation. Common booking channels include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India website<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India mobile app<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Third-party travel apps like Goibibo, Yatra, or Expedia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local travel agents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone reservations, ticket offices, or airport counters<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you booked through a third-party platform, submit your cancellation request through that same platform instead of contacting Air India directly. For example, a Goibibo booking should be cancelled on Goibibo.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Cancel an Air India Ticket using the Website<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-44098 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/air-inida-website.jpg\" alt=\"air inida website\" width=\"1200\" height=\"314\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the official Air India website and click &#8220;Book &amp; Manage&#8221; on the main menu.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select &#8220;Manage Booking.&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-44099 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/book-and-manage.jpg\" alt=\"book and manage\" width=\"1200\" height=\"421\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter your PNR (booking reference) and last name, then submit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-44100 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/manage-booking.jpg\" alt=\"manage booking\" width=\"1200\" height=\"421\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select &#8220;Modify\/Cancel&#8221; on your booking details page.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review the applicable cancellation fee, then confirm.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to Cancel an Air India Ticket Using the App<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have the Air India app, you can also cancel your booking on it. Here is how you can do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open the Air India app and tap &#8220;Manage Booking&#8221; from the home screen.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-44097 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/air-india-dashboard-1.jpg\" alt=\"air india dashboard\" width=\"500\" height=\"709\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the &#8220;Manage Trip&#8221; screen, tap &#8220;Manage Booking&#8221; again.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44101 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/manage-trip.jpg\" alt=\"manage trip\" width=\"500\" height=\"709\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter your PNR\/Booking Reference and last name (or scan your ticket using AEYE Vision).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-44102 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/pnr-status-in-air-india.jpg\" alt=\"pnr status in air india\" width=\"500\" height=\"709\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tap &#8220;Proceed&#8221; to retrieve your booking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select the cancellation option and review the fee before confirming.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Other Ways to Cancel an Air India Ticket<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you booked through a third-party app like Goibibo, Yatra, or Expedia, cancel through that same app or website, not directly with Air India. For bookings made via a travel agent, contact the agent directly to process the cancellation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you booked through Air India&#8217;s phone reservation system, a ticket office, or an airport counter, cancel by calling Air India customer care at +91 116 932 9333 (24\/7) or +91 116 932 9999. You can also reach support via WhatsApp at 96670 34444.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Air India vs Air India Express Cancellation Policy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are cancelling an Air India Group booking, first check whether your ticket is with Air India or Air India Express. Although both airlines are part of the same group, their cancellation rules, fare conditions, and applicable charges can differ.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both airlines allow eligible passengers to cancel within 24 hours of booking without a cancellation fee, provided the booking was made at least 7 days before departure. Air India Express also provides a separate 48-hour Look-in option under its terms, subject to the same 7-day advance-booking condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the free-cancellation window, charges depend on your fare and the timing of your cancellation. For Air India, domestic cancellation fees currently range from \u20b9999 for Economy Flex to \u20b95,000 for Economy Value, while Air India Express applies the cancellation fee specified in the applicable fare rules.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Air India<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Air India Express<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Fare tiers<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Value, Classic, Flex<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xpress Value, Xpress Lite, Xpress Flex, Xpress Biz<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Free cancellation window<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 hrs after booking, if departure is 7+ days out<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 hrs (OTA\/agent bookings) or 48 hrs (direct on airindiaexpress.com), same 7-day condition<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Cancellation fee range (domestic)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b91,000\u2013\u20b95,000, by fare and timing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b91,500\u2013\u20b93,500, by fare<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>No-show cutoff<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 hrs before domestic departure, 4 hrs before international<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 hrs before departure<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>No-show outcome<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Base fare forfeited, taxes refundable<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Base fare forfeited, taxes refundable<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are comparing overall costs, Air India Express can be a more budget-friendly option than Air India on several routes. You can also save further on eligible fares by using the latest <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/air-india-express-coupons\/\" rel=\"follow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India Express coupon codes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and promotional offers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Cancellation Charges for Air India Domestic Flights\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Cabin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Fare<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Cancellation Fee<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Economy<\/td>\n<td>Basic<\/td>\n<td>\u20b95,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Economy<\/td>\n<td>Value<\/td>\n<td>\u20b95,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Economy<\/td>\n<td>Classic<\/td>\n<td>\u20b92,500 (3+ days before departure)\/\u20b93,500 (within 3 days)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Economy<\/td>\n<td>Flex<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9999 flat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Premium Economy<\/td>\n<td>Value<\/td>\n<td>\u20b95,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Premium Economy<\/td>\n<td>Flex<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9999 flat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Business<\/td>\n<td>Value<\/td>\n<td>\u20b97,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Business<\/td>\n<td>Flex<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9999 flat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>First<\/td>\n<td>First<\/td>\n<td>Free (3+ days before)\/\u20b91,000 (within 3 days)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancellation fees can&#8217;t exceed the base fare plus fuel surcharge, as per DGCA regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missing your cancellation window (2+ hours before domestic departure) counts as a no-show; you forfeit the base fare and get only the taxes back, regardless of cabin or fare type.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can request a refund up to two years after your ticket was issued.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST is added on top of the cancellation fee: 5% for Economy, 18% for Premium Economy, Business, and First.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a frequent Air India flyer, it is worth checking the available <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/airindia-coupons\/\" rel=\"follow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air India coupon codes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when booking your next flight. Applying an eligible coupon can help reduce your upfront booking cost, but it does not change the cancellation charge. The applicable fee still depends on the fare you choose and when you cancel the ticket.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Maharaja Club Fee Waivers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you booked your flight using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/indulge\/travel\/air-india-maharaja-club-benefits-membership-perks\/\" rel=\"follow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maharaja Club points<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your membership tier decides how late you can cancel for free. Platinum members can cancel an award booking without penalty up to 2 hours before departure. Gold members get a free cancellation window up to 7 days out, and Silver members up to 30 days out; after that, a 25% fee applies, deducted from your points. Red tier, the free entry level, has no free cancellation window on award bookings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These waivers apply specifically to flights booked with points, not to cash-fare tickets. If you paid for your ticket normally, the standard cancellation charges from the fee table above apply regardless of your Maharaja Club tier.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Request a Refund for Your Cancelled Air India Ticket<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Online cancellation: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you cancel through the Air India website or app, your refund is requested automatically; no separate refund claim needed. You&#8217;ll get an email confirmation once it&#8217;s processed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Customer care: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For help with a refund status, contact Air India customer care at +91 116 932 9333 (24\/7) or +91 116 932 9999.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Third-party apps or travel agents:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you booked through a third-party platform or agent, request the refund through them, not through Air India directly. Air India does not process refunds for tickets booked via third-party apps or agents.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refunds are typically credited within 7-10 business days to your original payment method. Refund requests can be made up to two years from your ticket&#8217;s issue date.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tips to Minimize Your Air India Ticket Cancellation Loss<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancel within 24 hours of booking if you&#8217;re unsure about your plans. It&#8217;s free as long as your flight is 7 or more days away.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a Flex fare if you expect your plans might change. The cancellation fee is a flat \u20b9999, far lower than Value or Classic fares.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancel as early as possible. Fees are lower the further out you are from departure, and they jump sharply within the 3-day window.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never let a booking go to no-show. Even a last-minute cancellation preserves more of your fare than missing the flight entirely, since a no-show forfeits the full base fare.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re a frequent flyer, consider Maharaja Club membership. Higher tiers get fee waivers on points-based award bookings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your cancellation risk can also depend on when and how you book. If your travel dates are flexible, knowing the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/indulge\/travel\/best-time-book-flights-for-maximum-discounts\/\" rel=\"follow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best time to book flights<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help you find better fares and avoid paying more than necessary if your plans change later.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Wrapping Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancelling an Air India ticket does not have to be stressful once you know the rules. The 24-hour free window covers most last-minute changes of mind, and choosing a Flex fare keeps future cancellations cheap. Whether you booked directly with Air India or through a third-party platform, cancelling early and through the right channel saves you the most money. Keep your fare type and travel dates in mind, and refunds will land smoothly within the usual 7 to 10 business days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Can I cancel my Air India ticket for free?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. If you cancel within 24 hours of booking and your flight is 7 or more days away, you get a full refund with no cancellation fee. This applies to all fare types, domestic and international.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What if I cancel within 24 hours but my Air India flight is less than 7 days away?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The free cancellation window doesn&#8217;t apply. Standard cancellation charges for your fare type and cabin class apply immediately, even if you cancel minutes after booking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How much does it cost to cancel an Air India domestic ticket?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends on your cabin and fare type, ranging from \u20b9999 for Flex fares up to \u20b97,500 for Business Value fares. Charges also increase if you cancel within 3 days of departure. See the fee table above for the full breakdown.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I cancel just one passenger from an Air India group booking?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, partial cancellations are allowed. The cancellation fee applies per passenger, and the remaining passengers&#8217; bookings stay active and unaffected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What happens if I have a non-refundable Air India ticket?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-refundable fares only return statutory taxes, not the base fare, when you cancel voluntarily. If Air India cancels or significantly changes your flight, different rules apply, and a fuller refund is usually available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What counts as a no-show, and what do I lose?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A no-show is failing to cancel or change your booking at least 2 hours before domestic departure (4 hours for international). You forfeit the base fare and fuel surcharge entirely; only taxes are refunded.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How long does an Air India refund take?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refunds are generally credited within 7-10 business days to your original payment method, once the cancellation is processed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I reschedule instead of cancelling my Air India flight?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Go to Manage Booking, enter your PNR and last name, and select the date-change option. Change fees apply based on your fare type, plus any fare difference.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What happens if Air India cancels or significantly delays my flight?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re entitled to a refund or free rebooking, depending on the situation. If Air India arranges an alternate flight, no refund applies; if you make your own onward arrangements, you get the base fare of the cancelled sector back.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I cancel my Air India ticket at the airport counter or ticket office?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. If you booked through a city ticket office or airport counter, you can cancel there directly, or call Air India customer care at +91 116 932 9333. For tickets booked online, it&#8217;s faster to cancel through Manage Booking on the website or app.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I cancel my Air India ticket for free?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. 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