Kotak Air Credit Card

The Kotak Air Credit Card is designed for travel enthusiasts who want to maximise their rewards on every transaction. Whether you are booking flights, reserving hotels, or making everyday purchases, rewards are offered. 

Key Highlights of Kotak Air Credit Card

The key highlights of the Kotak Air Credit Card are listed below:

  • Accelerated Air Miles: Earn 3 Air Miles for every Rs.100 spent on flight and hotel bookings through Kotak Unbox.
  • Everyday Rewards: Earn 1 Air Mile for every Rs.100 spent on all other eligible purchases.
  • Airport Lounge Access: 4 complimentary domestic lounge visits annually.
  • Bonus Air Miles: Receive 1,000 welcome Air Miles and 1,000 renewal Air Miles every anniversary year.
  • Fuel Surcharge Waiver: 1% fuel surcharge waiver on eligible fuel transactions.
  • 3-Year Air Miles Validity: Air Miles remain valid for 3 years from the date they are earned.

Features and Benefits of Kotak Air Credit Card

Travel and Earn

Earn accelerated Air Miles on travel bookings.

  • 3 Air Miles for every Rs.100 spent on flight and hotel bookings through Kotak Unbox.

Everyday Rewards

Earn rewards on your regular spending.

  • Unlimited 1 Air Mile for every Rs.100 spent on all other eligible purchases.

Bonus Air Miles

Receive bonus rewards as a new and existing cardholder.

  • 1,000 Bonus Air Miles upon card issuance.
  • 1,000 Bonus Air Miles every card anniversary as a renewal benefit.

Airport Lounge Access

Enjoy a comfortable airport experience with complimentary lounge access.

  • 4 Complimentary Domestic Airport Lounge Visits annually.
  • Lounge access is available upon achieving Rs.60,000 or more in spends during the previous quarter.
  • Maximum 2 lounge visits per calendar quarter.
  • Simply present your Kotak Air Credit Card at participating airport lounges.
  • Enjoy complimentary refreshments, Wi-Fi, and comfortable seating.

Fuel Surcharge Waiver

Save on fuel expenses across India.

  • 1% Fuel Surcharge Waiver on fuel transactions.
  • Applicable on transactions between Rs.500 and Rs.5,000.
  • Maximum waiver of Rs.3,500 per anniversary year.
  • Valid at petrol pumps across India.
  • The waiver is applied automatically, with no separate activation required.

Flexible Air Miles Redemption

Redeem your Air Miles for travel and lifestyle rewards.

  • Redeem Air Miles for flight bookings, hotel bookings, and instant vouchers.
  • Transfer Air Miles to partner airline and hotel loyalty programmes through Kotak Unbox.

Fees and Charges 

The different fees and charges that are levied are mentioned in the table below: 

Type 

Fee 

Joining Fee 

Rs.999 + GST 

Annual Renewal Fee 

Rs.999 + GST (comes with 1,000 renewal Air Miles) 

Lounge Access Fee 

Lounge Access Fee (applicable to complimentary visits) 

Eligibility Criteria for Kotak Air Credit Card

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply for the Kotak Air Credit Card.

  • Age: 21 to 65 years.
  • Citizenship: Indian citizen or resident of India.
  • Income: Regular and verifiable income (salary, business income, etc.).
  • Credit History: Good credit score and repayment history.
  • Existing Banking Relationship: Existing Kotak Bank customers may have a higher chance of approval, though it is not mandatory.
  • KYC Compliance: Completion of the required Know Your Customer (KYC) documentation.

How to Activate Kotak Air Credit Card Using the Kotak Mobile App

Follow these steps to generate your credit card PIN through the Kotak Mobile Banking App.

  1. Log in to the Kotak Mobile Banking App.
  2. Navigate to Wallet or Credit Cards.
  3. Select Card Controls.
  4. Click Generate Card PIN.
  5. Set your new PIN and complete the authentication process.

How to Earn Air Miles

Earn Air Miles on travel bookings as well as your everyday spending.

Category

Air Miles

Details

Flights & Hotels (via Kotak Unbox)

3 Air Miles per Rs.100

Accelerated rewards are capped at 5,000 Air Miles per statement cycle (equivalent to Rs.2.5 lakh in eligible spends).

After Accelerated Rewards Cap

1 Air Mile per Rs.100

Continues on additional flight and hotel bookings during the same statement cycle.

All Other Eligible Purchases

1 Air Mile per Rs.100

Unlimited Air Miles on everyday eligible transactions.

Welcome Bonus

1,000 Air Miles

Credited within 120 days of card issuance upon payment of the joining fee.

Renewal Bonus

1,000 Air Miles

Credited within 30 days of annual fee payment on every card anniversary.

Air Miles Redemption Options

Redeem your accumulated Air Miles for travel bookings, vouchers, or transfers to partner loyalty programmes.

Redemption Method

Redemption Value

Minimum Air Miles Required

Details

Flight & Hotel Bookings

1 Air Mile = Rs.1

500 Air Miles

Air Miles can be used to cover up to 80% of the booking value.

Instant Vouchers

1 Air Mile = Rs.0.50

500 Air Miles

Redeem Air Miles for gift vouchers from participating brands and merchants.

Airline & Hotel Partner Transfer

Variable

1,000 Air Miles

Transfers are capped at 1 lakh Air Miles per calendar year per account.

Redemption Highlights

Air Miles Validity

  • Air Miles remain valid for 3 years from the date of accrual.

Flexible Redemption

  • Redeem Air Miles conveniently through the Kotak Unbox platform.

Best Redemption Value

  • Flight and hotel bookings offer the best redemption value at 1 Air Mile = Rs.1.

Partner Transfers

  • Transfer Air Miles to participating airline and hotel loyalty programmes based on the applicable conversion ratios.

Partial Redemption

  • Use Air Miles to pay a portion of your booking and pay the remaining amount using your credit card or other available payment methods.

FAQs

  1. What is the annual and joining fee for the Kotak Air Credit Card?

    The Kotak Air Credit Card comes with a Joining Fee of Rs.999 + GST and an Annual Renewal Fee of Rs.999 + GST. 

  2. How long are the Air Miles for the Kotak Air Credit Card valid for?

    Your Air Miles are valid for 3 years from the date of accrual. 

  3. Which spending categories do not earn Air Miles?

    Air Miles are not accrued on utility payments, telecom bill payments, insurance payments, education-related payments, government dues, and taxes, rent payments, fuel transactions, digital wallet loading, EMI payments, online gaming transactions, and cash advances. 

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