Rather than printing a paper ticket, a computer record advising the airline your ticket has been purchased is created and instantly delivered to the airline(s) with all payment information included.

This ticket record is stored in the airline's computer system. At the time of booking, you receive a confirmation of your purchase as well as a follow-up confirmation email detailing your booking. When you check-in for your flight, you only need to present a printed copy of your reservation (obtainable from our site) or your email confirmation and photo ID to airline personnel. They access your ticket record on-line and issue your boarding pass.

Most tickets are now issued as paperless "e-tickets." Electronic ticketing makes the overall travel experience less stressful for you. There's no need to worry about forgetting, losing, or not receiving your paper ticket. (Good news, considering most airlines charge a $100 lost ticket fee!) All itinerary changes can be made over the phone without the need of returning your original ticket for reissue. In addition, major U.S. carriers are now charging a paper ticket fee of up to $25 per ticket.

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