The Air India-Vistara merger will lead to Vistara becoming inoperative by November 12, 2024, with all operations transferred to Air India. Here’s how this impacts Vistara co-branded credit card holders:
- Validity of Benefits: Cardholders can continue using their benefits, such as CV Points, upgrades, and vouchers, until March 31, 2026.
- Account Transition: From November 12, 2024, CV Points and vouchers will transfer to Flying Returns accounts, Air India’s loyalty program.
- Annual Renewals: No renewals beyond March 31, 2025.
Key Co-branded Cards & Features:
- Club Vistara SBI Card: Offers economy-class vouchers, 3 CV Points per ₹200 spend, and lounge access. Annual fee: ₹1,499.
- Axis Bank Vistara Platinum: Provides economy-class tickets, 2 CV Points per ₹200 spend, and lounge access. Annual fee: ₹1,500.
- Club Vistara SBI Prime: Premium economy tickets, 4 CV Points per ₹200 spend, and 8 complimentary lounge accesses yearly. Annual fee: ₹2,999.
- Axis Bank Vistara Signature: Premium economy tickets, 4 CV Points per ₹200 spend, and golf benefits. Annual fee: ₹3,000.
- Club Vistara IDFC FIRST: Offers premium economy tickets, CV Points, golf rounds, and international lounge access. Annual fee: ₹4,999.
- Axis Bank Vistara Infinite: Business-class vouchers, 6 CV Points per ₹200 spend, and complimentary golf rounds. Annual fee: ₹10,000.
The transition will offer cardholders the ability to earn Flying Returns Points, with features adjusted as per the new Air India-Vistara merged program.