In 2021, domestic airfares in India were affected by government-imposed minimum and maximum fare bands, introduced when domestic flights restarted during the COVID-19 pandemic. These limits were intended to protect passengers from very high fares while also helping airlines manage their financial difficulties.
The fare was not simply calculated by distance. Airlines used different fare categories, and the final ticket price could vary depending on the route, demand, booking time, airline, and other charges. Therefore, there was no single fixed price per kilometre for domestic flights.
The 2021 fare restrictions were temporary measures introduced during an unusual period for Indian aviation. Under normal conditions, domestic airfares are largely market-driven, with airlines setting fares based on factors such as operating costs, demand, and competition.
So, when discussing June 1, 2021 specifically, it is better to treat the fare figures as historical 2021 fare rules, rather than as current Indian flight prices.
