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Kotak Air+ Credit Card

Visa

Kotak Air+ earns 4 Air Miles per ₹100 spent on airline bookings via popular portals and 1 Air Mile on all other spends.

Best for: Domestic flight bookings and airline rewards
Annual Fee
₹3,500
Finance Charge
3.5% /mo
Forex Markup
3.5%
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Welcome Benefit

3,500 Air Miles on joining.

Estimated value: ₹2,800

Condition: Welcome benefit is credited within 30–45 days of first transaction or after spending ₹3,500 within 90 days of card issuance.

Fees & Charges

Joining Fee₹3,500
Annual Fee₹3,500
Renewal Fee₹3,500
Add-on Card Fee₹0
Fee WaiverAnnual fee waived on spending ₹5,00,000 in the previous year.
APR (Annual)45%
Finance Charge3.5% per month
Interest-Free DaysUp to 48 days
Cash Advance Fee2.5% (min ₹500)
Overlimit Fee2.5% of overlimit (min ₹500)

Rewards & Earn Rates

Program: Kotak Reward Points (points) · 1 point = ₹0.25

CategoryEarn Rate
All Other Spends1 Air Mile per ₹100
Airline Bookings (MakeMyTrip/Goibibo/Cleartrip/IRCTC)4 Air Miles per ₹100 on airline bookings

Base reward points uncapped. Accelerated/bonus category points may be subject to monthly caps.

Points expire after 24 months

Milestone Benefits

₹3,00,000
annual

Earn 3,000 bonus reward points on crossing ₹3 lakh annual spend.

Value: ₹1,500

Milestone tracked from card anniversary date.

Lounge Access

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2 domestic lounge visits per quarter.

8 visits/year

Travel Benefits

Complimentary hotel upgrades at partner properties. Early check-in and late check-out at IHG and Marriott properties upon availability. Dedicated travel desk for itinerary planning.

✓ Air miles conversion available

5–10% additional discount on flight and hotel bookings made through the bank's travel portal (SmartBuy / Yatra / MakeMyTrip).

Complimentary travel insurance on purchase of international air tickets using this card. Covers trip cancellation, missed connection, and baggage loss.

Lifestyle Benefits

Dining Discounts

15–25% discount at partner restaurants through the bank's dining programme (EazyDiner/Dineout/bank portal). Valid on dine-in only.

via EazyDiner / Dineout

Value: ₹3,600

Movie / Entertainment Offers

Buy-one-get-one free or flat discount on movie tickets via BookMyShow / PVR / INOX. Typically up to 2 tickets per month.

via BookMyShow / PVR / INOX

Value: ₹2,400

Insurance Cover

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Purchase protection insurance covers eligible purchases made on the card against accidental damage or theft within 90 days from the date of purchase.

₹1,00,000 per claim

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Complimentary air accident cover of ₹50 lakh on purchasing air tickets using the card. Covers accidental death while travelling on a common carrier.

₹50 lakh air accident cover

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In case of card loss or theft, you are not liable for any fraudulent transactions if you report the incident to the bank immediately. Zero liability protection applies 7 days prior to reporting.

Zero liability on fraudulent transactions reported within 7 days

Zero Liability

Forex & Fuel

Forex Markup3.5%
Fuel Surcharge Waiver1% waiver
Monthly Cap₹100
Fuel Reward Rate1% fuel surcharge reversed. Standard reward points earned on fuel as per base rate.

Foreign currency markup of 3.5% is levied on all international transactions. DCC charges of 1% apply when merchant opts to charge in INR.

Eligibility

Age21+ years – up to 65 years
Min Annual Income₹7,50,000
Credit Score750+

Salaried: ₹50,000+ per month. Self-employed: ₹7,50,000+ p.a. Age: 21–65.

Editor Rating

3.8
3.8
Overall
Rewards
4.5
Fees
4.0
Lounge
3.0
Travel
4.5
Shopping
3.8
Fuel
3.5
Beginner Friendly
3.0

Pros

  • + Strong air miles earning rate
  • + Lounge access at major airports
  • + Miles transferable to airline programs

Cons

  • High annual fee
  • Benefits require significant spend to be cost-effective
  • Miles have expiry dates

The Kotak Air+ Credit Card is a premium credit card from Kotak Mahindra Bank tailored for travel enthusiasts with miles earning and lounge access. At ₹3,500/year, the card is best suited for high spenders who can leverage its premium benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for the Kotak Air+ Credit Card?
The annual fee is ₹3,500 + applicable GST. Fee waiver may be available on meeting annual spend milestones.
How do I redeem reward points on the Kotak Air+ Credit Card?
Reward points can be redeemed via the bank's net banking portal or mobile app against flight/hotel bookings, statement credit, product catalogue, or transfer to partner loyalty programs. Minimum redemption thresholds apply.
What is the interest-free credit period?
You get up to 48 interest-free days from the date of transaction, provided you pay the full outstanding balance by the due date every month.
What happens if I miss the payment due date?
A late payment fee will be charged as per the bank's slab: Nil for statement balance up to ₹100; ₹100 for ₹101–₹500; ₹500 for ₹501–₹5,000; ₹750 for ₹5,001–₹10,000; ₹950 for ₹10,00... Additionally, finance charges of 3.5% per month will apply on the outstanding balance.
Is the card accepted internationally?
Yes, this card carries the Visa/Mastercard/RuPay network and is accepted at millions of merchants globally. A foreign currency markup fee applies on international transactions.