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PNR

The PNR is the record that holds all the data of a travel booking: passenger, flights, fare and contact. It is the locator you get when you book and the file airlines, agencies and the GDS share. It remains the basic unit that airline distribution moves on.

Example With the six letter PNR locator, the passenger manages the flight at any counter.

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FAQ

What does PNR mean and what information does it contain?
PNR stands for Passenger Name Record, a digital file that holds all the details of a travel booking: passenger name, flights, fare, contact info, and extra services. It is the alphanumeric code you receive when you book and the record shared by airlines, agencies, and the GDS.
How does a PNR work and how is it created?
A PNR is automatically created when a travel agent, airline, or online system makes a reservation in a GDS like Amadeus or Sabre. Every time you add or change a flight, a service, or a passenger detail, the PNR updates. For example, when you check in online, the PNR lets the system pull up your entire booking with just that code.
How is a PNR different from a ticket number or an e-ticket?
The PNR is the full booking record, while the ticket number or e-ticket is proof of payment for a specific flight. One PNR can contain multiple tickets and invoices, for instance if you have connecting flights or multiple passengers on the same reservation. The e-ticket only confirms payment for a particular segment.

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