As the name suggests, non-IATA/independent travel agents are agents who are not accredited by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). IATA is considered to be one of the most basic resources for a travel agent because most airline bookings are done through the IATA portal.
How many countries use IATA?
120 countriesIATA has over 50 offices over the world, supporting our members in some 120 countries. The IATA regional pages are your access to regional priorities and news.
Who uses IATA codes?
Do cities have IATA codes?
In large metropolitan areas, airport codes are often named after the airport itself instead of the city it serves, while another code is reserved which refers to the city itself which can be used to search for flights to any of its airports. For instance: Beijing (BJS) – Capital (PEK) and Daxing (PKX)
How much is an IATA card?
The price of an ID Card may range from USD30. 00 to USD70. 00 depending on the class of agency you work for (additional courier fees may apply).