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Definition: NDC (New Distribution Capability) is an IATA-driven technology standard that allows airlines to distribute personalised offers, ancillary products, and dynamic pricing directly to travel agents and booking channels.
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Term at a glance
| Term | NDC (New Distribution Capability) |
|---|---|
| One-liner | NDC (New Distribution Capability) is an IATA-driven technology standard that allows airlines to distribute personalised offers, ancillary products, and dynamic pricing directly to… |
| Where it matters | Premium-cabin booking decisions, fare-rules interpretation, airline-product comparison. |
| Related concepts | GDS · IATA · Dynamic Pricing · Fare Class · Travel Agent |
| Last verified | 2026-05-07 |
NDC is transforming how airline tickets are distributed and priced. Traditional distribution through GDS platforms uses standardised fare filing. NDC allows airlines to send rich, personalised offers directly to agents and booking platforms, including images, detailed product descriptions, and bundled pricing.
For consumers, NDC means more tailored offers and potentially more competitive pricing. For airlines, it provides greater control over their product presentation and pricing, reducing reliance on GDS intermediaries. For travel agents, NDC creates both challenges (managing multiple connection types) and opportunities (accessing exclusive offers).
BookMyBusinessClass embraces NDC connectivity alongside traditional GDS access, ensuring clients benefit from the widest possible range of fare options. Some airlines offer NDC-exclusive fares that aren’t available through traditional GDS channels, making multi-channel access increasingly important for finding the best business class deals.
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At a Glance
| Term | Quick definition | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Narrow-Body Aircraft | A narrow-body aircraft (also called a single-aisle aircraft) is a smaller passenger airplane with one central… | Read |
| Noise-Cancelling Headphones | Noise-cancelling headphones are premium audio devices provided to business and first class passengers that… | Read |
| Multi-City Itinerary | A multi-city itinerary is a flight booking that includes segments to multiple destinations in a single… | Read |
| Oneworld Alliance | Oneworld is one of the three major global airline alliances, comprising 13 member airlines including British… | Read |
| Montreal Convention | The Montreal Convention is an international treaty governing airline liability for passenger injury, death,… | Read |
| Open Jaw | An open jaw ticket is a return flight where the departure and arrival cities differ on the outbound and… | Read |
Related Terms
A narrow-body aircraft (also called a single-aisle aircraft) is a smaller passenger airplane with one central aisle, typically used for short-haul and domestic flights, seating 100–240 passengers.
Noise-cancelling headphones are premium audio devices provided to business and first class passengers that use active technology to reduce ambient engine and cabin noise, enhancing the in-flight entertainment and rest experience.
A multi-city itinerary is a flight booking that includes segments to multiple destinations in a single ticket, allowing travellers to visit several cities without backtracking or purchasing separate tickets.
Oneworld is one of the three major global airline alliances, comprising 13 member airlines including British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Qantas, American Airlines, and Japan Airlines.
The Montreal Convention is an international treaty governing airline liability for passenger injury, death, baggage damage or loss, and flight delays on international air travel, setting maximum compensation limits.
An open jaw ticket is a return flight where the departure and arrival cities differ on the outbound and return legs, creating a gap ("jaw") in the routing that the passenger fills independently.
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