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ixigo launches native apps inside ChatGPT

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Company
Ixigo
What it does
AI-based travel platform
Kind
Launch
Founded
2007
Sector
Mobility & Logistics

What they do

Ixigo is an AI-based travel platform that helps Indians plan and book trips

What happened

It launched native apps for ixigo Flights and Hotels, AbhiBus, and ConfirmTkt within ChatGPT

Why it matters

The integration lets users search and compare travel options using natural language in real time

The details

  • ixigo launched native apps for its three platforms inside ChatGPT.
  • The platforms are ixigo Flights and Hotels, AbhiBus, and ConfirmTkt.
  • Users can start with prompts like @ixigo, @AbhiBus, or @ConfirmTkt.
  • The system provides live pricing, availability, fare insights, and cheaper date suggestions.
  • Real-time flight tracking shows boarding gates, baggage belts, and check-in counters.
  • Hotel bookings can be made via conversational queries like 'seaside accommodation in Goa'.
  • AbhiBus integration lets users browse intercity buses and compare operators.
  • ConfirmTkt integration allows searching train availability and alternative routes.

The bigger picture

  • The integration marks a step towards integrated AI-led travel planning and conversational commerce.
  • ixigo positions itself as a primary mover in AI-driven travel planning in the Indian market.
  • ChatGPT has over a billion monthly users, giving ixigo massive potential reach.

About the business

  • ixigo is an AI-based travel platform launched in 2007.
  • It empowers Indian travellers to plan, book, and manage trips across rail, air, buses, and hotels.
  • ixigo uses AI, machine learning, and data science on its OTA platforms (websites and mobile apps).
  • It provides travel utility tools like PNR status, confirmation predictions, and seat availability alerts.
  • Other tools include flight status, bus running status, pricing alerts, and deal discovery.
  • ixigo serves the 'next billion user' segment in India.

The deal

Type
launch

Founders

  • Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO
  • Rajnish Kumar, Group Co-CEO

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