{"id":4066,"date":"2025-04-16T05:01:58","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T23:31:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/34.228.189.90\/?p=4066"},"modified":"2025-04-16T18:15:49","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T12:45:49","slug":"how-to-find-flight-number","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Find Flight Number: A Guide for First-Time Flyers"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_4067\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4067\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4067 size-full\" title=\"How to Find Flight Number\" src=\"https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-to-find-flight-ticket-number.jpg\" alt=\"How to Find Flight Number\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-to-find-flight-ticket-number.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-to-find-flight-ticket-number-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-to-find-flight-ticket-number-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-to-find-flight-ticket-number-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-to-find-flight-ticket-number-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-to-find-flight-ticket-number-681x454.jpg 681w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4067\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: freepik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It is quite normal to experience emotions, from excitement to anxiety, as the departure date of your flight comes closer.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#What_is_a_Flight_Number\" title=\"What is a Flight Number?\">What is a Flight Number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#How_to_Find_Flight_Number\" title=\"How to Find Flight Number?\">How to Find Flight Number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Some_Examples_of_Flight_Numbers\" title=\"Some Examples of Flight Numbers\">Some Examples of Flight Numbers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#How_Do_Airlines_Assign_Flight_Numbers\" title=\"How Do Airlines Assign Flight Numbers?\">How Do Airlines Assign Flight Numbers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Are_Flight_Numbers_and_PNR_Numbers_the_Same\" title=\"Are Flight Numbers and PNR Numbers the Same?\">Are Flight Numbers and PNR Numbers the Same?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#What_Information_is_Included_Within_a_Flight_Ticket\" title=\"What Information is Included Within a Flight Ticket?\">What Information is Included Within a Flight Ticket?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#People_Also_Ask\" title=\"People Also Ask\u00a0\">People Also Ask\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#What_are_flight_numbers_used_for\" title=\"What are flight numbers used for?\">What are flight numbers used for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Is_a_flight_number_the_same_as_a_call_sign\" title=\"Is a flight number the same as a call sign?\">Is a flight number the same as a call sign?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Do_flight_numbers_stay_with_the_plane_Does_the_same_flight_number_mean_the_same_plane\" title=\"Do flight numbers stay with the plane? Does the same flight number mean the same plane?\">Do flight numbers stay with the plane? Does the same flight number mean the same plane?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#What_is_flight_number_1_for_all_the_major_airlines\" title=\"What is flight number 1 for all the major airlines?\">What is flight number 1 for all the major airlines?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Can_two_planes_have_the_same_flight_number\" title=\"Can two planes have the same flight number?\">Can two planes have the same flight number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Do_flight_numbers_change_frequently\" title=\"Do flight numbers change frequently?\">Do flight numbers change frequently?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Why_do_some_flight_numbers_start_with_zero\" title=\"Why do some flight numbers start with zero?\">Why do some flight numbers start with zero?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#What_happens_if_my_flight_number_changes\" title=\"What happens if my flight number changes?\">What happens if my flight number changes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#How_to_find_flight_number_online\" title=\"How to find flight number online?\">How to find flight number online?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#Where_to_find_flight_number_on_e-ticket\" title=\"Where to find flight number on e-ticket?\">Where to find flight number on e-ticket?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#How_to_find_flight_number_on_booking_confirmation\" title=\"How to find flight number on booking confirmation?\">How to find flight number on booking confirmation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/#How_to_find_flight_number_free\" title=\"How to find flight number free?\">How to find flight number free?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>There are certain things that you need to familiarize yourself with, to make your first flight as stress-free as possible. Getting to know your flight number is one of them. You need to know your flight number to navigate through check-in points and gates at the airport. Here is an essential guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/how-to-find-flight-number\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to find flight number<\/a> along with other information you might be interested to know before taking your first flight.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Flight_Number\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Flight Number?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are wondering what is my flight number is, then here is your answer. Every flight has a unique flight number check, which is a combination of the airline\u2019s IATA code and 1-4 digit number.<\/span><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"> The airline\u2019s code, approved by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), consists of two characters, and is written in uppercase letters. For example, AA is the IATA code of American Airlines and UA stands for <\/span><a style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/flights\/airline\/united-airlines-ua-deals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">United Airlines<\/a><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The 1-4 digit number that follows the IATA code represents the flight route. AI 144 is the flight number of Air India\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/cheap-flights-from-newark-ewr-to-mumbai-bom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flights from Newark to Mumbai<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>A flight number is like the identification number of each flight and it aids Air Traffic Control in organizing and tracking flights in the air. A flight number facilitates in tracking the number of flights that run on a specific route on a specific day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Find_Flight_Number\"><\/span>How to Find Flight Number?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can find your flight number on your flight ticket and boarding pass. It is easy to spot your flight number now that you know of its structure. Moreover, whenever you book your flight tickets, you will also receive booking confirmation along with your flight number.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Examples_of_Flight_Numbers\"><\/span>Some Examples of Flight Numbers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As stated, a flight number consists of two letters and 1-4 numbers. If you are wondering how to check flight number, here are some examples:<\/p>\n<p>AI 126: Air India\u2019s flight from Chicago to Delhi<\/p>\n<p>UA 867: United Airlines\u2019 flight from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/usa\/flights\/sfo-to-del\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">San Francisco to Delhi<\/a><\/p>\n<p>AI 108: Air India\u2019s flight from Chicago to Hyderabad<\/p>\n<p>AA 292: American Airlines\u2019 flight from New York to New Delhi<\/p>\n<p>SG 4001: SpiceJet\u2019s flight from Hyderabad to Goa<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Airlines_Assign_Flight_Numbers\"><\/span>How Do Airlines Assign Flight Numbers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, airlines depend on a complex algorithm to determine flight numbers. They take into account all the past and present flight numbers of every airline. However, there are a set of traditional rules as to how flight numbers are created. Conventionally, planes heading east and north have even numbers while the flights heading west and south end with odd numbers. These are not the hard and fast rules though. There are airlines that give even numbers for outbound flights and odd numbers for inbound flights. Each airline follows a different set of rules while determining flight numbers. Moreover, single or double-digit numbers may also mean that the route is prestigious to the airline. Nothing, it seems, is random in aviation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Flight_Numbers_and_PNR_Numbers_the_Same\"><\/span>Are Flight Numbers and PNR Numbers the Same?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No, flight numbers and PNR numbers are different. PNR (Passenger Name Record), also called PNR number or PNR Code or booking reference number, is made up of 6 alphanumeric characters, a mix of both letters and numbers in no specific order. PNR is generated for each booking, and this is sent to passengers in the form of a digital certificate, which also consists of your personal details as well as the details of your flight journey. PNR code is also printed on the top-left corner of your air ticket.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Suggested Read<\/strong>: <a href=\"http:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/how-to-get-the-best-cheap-flight-deals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Get the Best Cheap Flight Deals<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Information_is_Included_Within_a_Flight_Ticket\"><\/span>What Information is Included Within a Flight Ticket?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apart from your flight number, you can find the following information on your air ticket:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Passenger name<\/li>\n<li>Details of the issuing agency<\/li>\n<li>Date of issuing the ticket<\/li>\n<li>Validity of the ticket<\/li>\n<li>Origin and destination details<\/li>\n<li>Date and time of departure<\/li>\n<li>Payment method<\/li>\n<li>Flight cancellation and refund policies<\/li>\n<li>Breakdown of costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may also contain additional information like baggage allowance and tax breakup among others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>To ensure a smooth travel experience, it&#8217;s important to know how to find flight numbers. It acts as a unique identification for your trip, helping both flight crews and passengers in handling the complexities of air travel. Flight numbers can be found on your ticket, boarding permit, or reservation confirmation. Understanding the difference between flight numbers and PNR numbers is important as each has a different purpose. Familiarizing oneself with aircraft numbers and conventions can significantly minimize travel stress. Understand that, while flight numbers vary, an awareness of them keeps you on track from departure to arrival.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"People_Also_Ask\"><\/span><b>People Also Ask\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_flight_numbers_used_for\"><\/span><b>What are flight numbers used for?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every flight operated in commercial airspace is assigned a unique number (based on the operating airline and the route), and this makes it possible for air traffic controllers to monitor the flights in airspace and manage air traffic on a specific route.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From travelers\u2019 point of view, flight numbers help passengers get to their boarding gate at the airport.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_flight_number_the_same_as_a_call_sign\"><\/span><b>Is a flight number the same as a call sign?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An aircraft\u2019s call sign may or may not be the same as its flight number. Call signs are what pilots and air traffic controllers use to refer to an aircraft while communicating on the radio. The call sign is a combination of alphanumeric characters and usually consists of the ICAO airline designator and flight number. When air controllers and airline crew communicate, they use the airline name even though they see alphanumeric characters on the screen. Airlines may also have a different radio call sign (like in the case of United Airlines, whose radio call sign is Speedbird).<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_flight_numbers_stay_with_the_plane_Does_the_same_flight_number_mean_the_same_plane\"><\/span><b>Do flight numbers stay with the plane?<\/b> <b>Does the same flight number mean the same plane?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. Since the flight number denotes the route an airline serves; it has nothing to do with the aircraft. Airlines operate the same type of aircraft for flying on their different routes with different flight numbers. Flight number, thus, is not specific to a particular physical aircraft, but a particular flight route.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_flight_number_1_for_all_the_major_airlines\"><\/span><b>What is flight number 1 for all the major airlines?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, flight number 1 signifies an airline&#8217;s prestigious or historic route in its entire network. Several major airlines operate their 001 flights on their most important routes and an example of this includes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/flights\/airline\/american-airlines-aa-deals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American Airlines<\/a>&#8216; AA001 flight from New York to Los Angeles. Both United Airlines and Singapore Airlines fly their 001 numbered flights on the San Francisco-Singapore route.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_two_planes_have_the_same_flight_number\"><\/span><b>Can two planes have the same flight number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, two flights cannot have the same flight number on the same day and the same route. This is because it will cause confusion for air traffic control and airlines.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_flight_numbers_change_frequently\"><\/span><b>Do flight numbers change frequently?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flight numbers may change due to schedule changes, route changes or airline mergers, but generally, the same number will still be used for specific routes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_some_flight_numbers_start_with_zero\"><\/span><b>Why do some flight numbers start with zero?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flight numbers starting with zero are generally used for relocation or charter flights. It is not part of normal commercial operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_flight_number_changes\"><\/span><b>What happens if my flight number changes?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your flight number changes the airline will notify you, and your ticket will remain valid for the updated flight. Make sure to check the updated details to avoid confusion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_find_flight_number_online\"><\/span><b>How to find flight number online?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can get your flight number online by checking the airline&#8217;s website after logging in or through your email confirmation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_find_flight_number_on_e-ticket\"><\/span><b>Where to find flight number on e-ticket?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check close to the airline name on your e-ticket, it typically looks like two letters followed by 1\u20134 digits (e.g., AI144).<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_find_flight_number_on_booking_confirmation\"><\/span><b>How to find flight number on booking confirmation?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your flight number will be displayed along with your travel information in your booking confirmation email or SMS.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_find_flight_number_free\"><\/span><b>How to find flight number free?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can get your flight number for free through your airline&#8217;s website, app, or by checking your confirmation email or e-ticket.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b><i>Disclaimer: <\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Eagle claims no credit for the images featured on its blog site. All the visual content is copyrighted to its respective owners only. We mention the source name of the image whenever possible and found. However, if we miss acknowledging the owner\u2019s source, please contact us. In case, owners don\u2019t want us to use their images, we will remove them promptly. We believe in providing proper attribution to the original author, artist, and photographer.<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is quite normal to experience emotions, from excitement to anxiety, as the departure date of your flight comes closer. There are certain things that you need to familiarize yourself with, to make your first flight as stress-free as possible. Getting to know your flight number is one of them. 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