Check your flight booking status using PNR. Learn what PNR means, where to find it, and what different statuses mean for your upcoming travel.
PNR (Passenger Name Record) is a unique 6-character alphanumeric code assigned to your flight booking. It's your primary reference for tracking booking status, managing your trip, and checking in.
PNR is a 6-character code with letters and numbers (e.g., ABC123, XY45ZW). It's case-insensitive.
In your booking confirmation email, SMS, TheBookFlight dashboard (/my-booking), or the airline's confirmation.
You may have 2 PNRs — one from TheBookFlight (booking reference) and one from the airline. The airline PNR is needed for web check-in.
What each status means for your booking.
| Status | Meaning | Action Required |
|---|---|---|
| Confirmed (CNF) | Your seat is confirmed. You're good to fly. | Complete web check-in 48 hours before departure. |
| Waitlisted (WL) | Booking is on waitlist. Seat not yet confirmed. | Wait for confirmation or explore alternate flights. |
| RAC | Reservation Against Cancellation. Partial berth/seat. | May get upgraded to confirmed. Travel is permitted. |
| Pending | Booking is being processed by the airline. | Wait 1–2 hours. Check Ticket Pending Help. |
| Cancelled (CAN) | Booking has been cancelled. | Check if refund was initiated. See Refund Help. |
| Not Found | PNR doesn't exist or has expired. | Verify PNR is correct. Contact support if issue persists. |
Visit airindia.com → Manage Trip → Enter PNR or ticket number → View status
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PNR (Passenger Name Record) is assigned by the airline's system. Booking reference is assigned by the booking platform (like TheBookFlight). When you book through an agent, you get both. For web check-in and airport use, you need the airline PNR.
Your PNR is in the booking confirmation email from the airline or TheBookFlight. It's also in your SMS confirmation, your /my-booking dashboard, and on your e-ticket. Look for a 6-character alphanumeric code.
This usually means the PNR was entered incorrectly, the booking has expired, or the booking wasn't confirmed. Double-check the PNR (it's case-insensitive). Try using the airline PNR instead of the booking reference. If still not found, contact TheBookFlight support.
Yes. All airlines have a "Manage Booking" section on their website where you can check PNR status. You typically need your PNR and last name or email address. TheBookFlight support can also check status for you.
A PNR remains valid until your travel is complete or until the booking is cancelled/expired. After travel, airline PNRs typically remain accessible for 72 hours to 7 days depending on the airline.
Your PNR gives access to your booking details including passenger names, travel dates, and route. Share it only with trusted parties. Anyone with your PNR and last name can view and sometimes modify your booking.
PNR (Passenger Name Record) is a unique identifier assigned to every flight booking. Checking your PNR status helps you confirm whether your booking is confirmed, waitlisted, or has any issues. All major Indian airlines including IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air provide online PNR status checking through their websites and apps.
If you're having trouble checking your PNR or finding your booking, TheBookFlight's support team can look it up for you. For issues like pending bookings, see our Ticket Pending Help guide.
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