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Agoda Expands Flight Business in India and Korea with IATA Accreditation

Agoda, one of the leading digital travel platforms has announced that it is expanding its flight business in India and Korea and it has received accreditation from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) via its IATA GoGlobal certification, which was achieved by Priceline on behalf of Booking Holdings. 

IATA GoGlobal is accreditation emphasizes the dedication of Priceline and helps in maintaining the highest levels of standards in global travel management. It not only brings them credibility in the industry but also makes cooperation easier with global airlines, creating a smoother experience for the traveler. 

For digital travel platforms such as Agoda, the acquisition of IATA accreditation offers many benefits which includes greater customer trust, availability of exclusive travel products and better pricing for flights and insurance. Besides that, the certification will open up an extensive central database with airline schedules, fares, and automated ticketing systems which includes efficiency in operations for Agoda and its users. 

Andrew Smith, a Senior Vice President at Agoda, said that certification is crucial for the markets in India and Korea. “The IATA accreditation within our Group’s umbrella GoGlobal accreditation is key to us at Agoda. It positions us better for global flights and helps towards our goal of helping others to explore the world for less by improving our service options,” said Smith. 

The IATA GoGlobal accreditation helps in expanding the reach of Agoda in multiple key markets across Australia, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Through this type of accreditation, Agoda secures an added ability towards providing local content and many differentiated travel options for users in all those regions. With a diverse variety of accommodations, flights, and activities available worldwide, Agoda continues to focus on giving its customers value. The company is ensured that it remains on top of the digital travel sector with innovative products but still maintains a strong, user-centric approach through its global connections.