KAYAK is a global travel metasearch engine that helps users compare flights, hotels, rental cars and holiday packages across hundreds of sites in one go. It offers innovative tools like price alerts, “Explore” maps and itinerary management to empower smarter travel decisions in India and worldwide.
Ques 1: What does KAYAK offer?
Ans: KAYAK offers flight search, hotel comparisons, car-rental listings, holiday packages, price prediction tools, budget-based destination exploration and itinerary management services.
Ques 2: Can I use KAYAK in India and is it tailored for Indian users?
Ans: Yes — KAYAK launched in India and supports Indian flights, hotels and car-rental listings. It has Indian-specific search pages and localised features in partnership with Indian travel providers.
Ques 3: Where is KAYAK based and when was it founded?
Ans: KAYAK (stylised in all caps) is a US-based travel metasearch company, founded in 2004 and now a subsidiary of Booking Holdings.
Ques 4: Are there any notable features or differentiators of KAYAK?
Ans: Yes — Key features include “Price Forecast” which predicts whether fares/hotel rates are likely to rise or fall, and the “Explore” tool which lets you see destinations you can visit based on budget or travel dates.
Ques 5: What should I keep in mind when using KAYAK?
Ans: While KAYAK is useful for comparison, note that it acts as a metasearch engine — actual booking may redirect to third-party sites. Always verify booking details, cancellation terms and fees once redirected. Some users note that availability/price changes can happen quickly.