Passengers can now use the virtual payment system for online and mobile bookingsJet Airways’ passengers can now buy tickets online using the industry’s latest payment mechanism - Unified Payments Interface (UPI).
The new system allows funds to be transferred instantaneously between any two bank accounts, using a smartphone. UPI becomes the airline's 21st digital payment option and Jet becomes the only Indian airline to offer this payment solution.
"We are continuously exploring ways to embed technology by way of smarter solutions to provide value to the connected traveller. Our latest payment interface - Unified Payments Interface (UPI), backed by leading banks - is yet another smart solution that is simple, convenient and secure," said Jayaraj Shanmugam, Jet's chief commercial officer.
Guests booking via Jet’s website or mobile apps can now opt for the ‘UPI payment option’ during the booking process, in order to transact via a Virtual Payment Address linked to their bank account. This means that customers don't need to enter their bank details online.
