Air India has expanded its indirect distribution capabilities by integrating its NDC content into the Iris aggregator platform operated by TPConnects. The move enables travel sellers across key markets including India, the UAE, Singapore, Canada, and the United Kingdom to access the airline’s domestic and international network through a single interface.
Through the Iris platform, agencies can shop, book, and service Air India’s full product offering, including branded fare families, ancillary services such as seat selection and additional baggage, premium cabin products, and complete order management capabilities including changes, voids, and refunds. The integration also supports frequent flyer information, corporate account codes, and multiple payment options.
Stephanos Kykkotis, Director of Product at TPConnects Technologies, said:
“We are delighted to bring Air India onto the Iris platform. As a leading global carrier and a Star Alliance member, Air India represents a significant addition to our growing network of full-service carriers. This integration enables travel sellers to offer their clients the full spectrum of Air India’s premium products through our platform while leveraging the advantages of modern NDC distribution.”
For Air India, the partnership is part of a broader effort to expand access to its modern retail content across indirect channels.
Abhijit Kedia, Head of Distribution at Air India, said:
“Partnering with TPConnects enables us to further extend Air India’s global reach to travel sellers through their Iris aggregator platform. This integration allows our partners to seamlessly access our full product range from premium cabin experiences to ancillary services while providing customers with the flexibility and choice that today’s travellers expect.”
The Iris platform aggregates content from multiple sources, including traditional EDIFACT, low-cost carriers, and NDC-enabled full-service airlines, allowing agencies to manage diverse airline content through a unified workflow.
The integration comes as Air India continues its transformation under the Tata Group, with significant investments in fleet expansion, product upgrades, and digital retail capabilities.
More broadly, the move reflects the growing role of aggregator platforms in the evolving airline distribution landscape, as carriers expand NDC availability and seek scalable ways to deliver richer content to the global travel trade.
