Amadeus FXA Command โ Compare Lowest Applicable Fares
A complete guide to the Amadeus FXA command โ how to display a list of the lowest applicable fares for an itinerary without automatically rebooking the segments.
Not every customer is satisfied with the first fare they are offered. Often the most valuable service an agent can provide is to check whether a lower fare exists for the same itinerary โ without changing the booking, without losing the current seats, and without committing to anything. The Amadeus FXA command is designed for exactly this. It displays the available lower fare options for the booked itinerary without automatically rebooking the segments, allowing you to compare fares before deciding whether a change is worth making.
What Does the Amadeus FXA Command Do?
FXA is the Amadeus GDS command used to request a list of the lowest applicable fares for an itinerary.
Category: Informative Pricing.
The Amadeus FXA command displays the available lower fare options for the booked itinerary without automatically rebooking the segments. It allows you to compare lower fares before deciding whether to rebook.
This makes FXA a safe and informative step. The itinerary, seats, and current fare remain exactly as they are โ the Amadeus FXA command only shows what other, lower fares might be available for the same routing and dates.
Amadeus FXA Command โ Syntax & Examples
The Amadeus FXA command accepts the same qualifiers as other pricing entries. Here are the three most common variations:
List Fares for the Complete Itinerary
List the lowest applicable fares for the whole itinerary:
FXADisplays every bookable lower fare option for the entire itinerary โ without rebooking.
List Fares for a Specific Segment
List the lowest applicable fares for segment 3:
FXA/S3Only segment 3 is analysed โ the rest of the itinerary stays as booked.
List Fares for a Specific Passenger
List the lowest applicable fares for passenger 2:
FXA/P2Useful in multi-passenger PNRs where individual travellers may need different fare treatment.
When to Use the Amadeus FXA Command
Use the Amadeus FXA command when you want to check and compare lower applicable fares for an itinerary before making any rebooking or final pricing decision. Typical scenarios include:
- A customer asks whether a cheaper fare is available for the same itinerary.
- Reviewing options before confirming the current booking.
- Comparing fares across different booking classes on the same routing.
- Checking whether a lower fare is bookable before deciding to rebook.
- Providing a range of fare options in a quote or proposal.
- Confirming that the fare already booked is competitive.
How It Fits Into Your Pricing Workflow
A typical pricing session using the Amadeus FXA command might look like this:
- Retrieve the PNR and confirm the itinerary is complete.
- Enter
FXAto view the lowest applicable fares for the whole itinerary. - Use
FXA/S3orFXA/P2for segment or passenger-specific results. - Review the fare options displayed for each class and booking condition.
- Decide whether to keep the current fare or rebook at a lower option.
- If rebooking, adjust the segments accordingly and price with FXP or reprice with FXR.
FXA vs Other Pricing Commands
The Amadeus FXA command is one of several pricing commands. Here is how it relates to the others:
| Command | What It Does |
|---|---|
FXA | Displays the lowest applicable fares for the itinerary โ no rebooking |
FXL | Displays the lowest possible fare regardless of availability |
FXP | Standard pricing command for a new itinerary โ stores the TST |
FXX | Prices the itinerary without storing a TST |
FXR | Reprices an existing itinerary with lowest-fare search, no TST |
FXB | Lowest-fare pricing with automatic rebooking and TST storage |
FXE / FXF | Informative pricing for the ATC reissue process |
FXO / FXQ | Confirmed pricing with TST creation for ATC reissue |
The key distinction: The Amadeus FXA command lists bookable lower fares for the existing itinerary, while FXL shows the theoretical lowest fare regardless of availability.
๐ก Pro Tip: The Amadeus FXA command is informative only โ nothing changes in the PNR when you run it. This makes it the safest way to answer a customer’s question about cheaper options without any risk to the booking.
For the official Amadeus documentation, refer to the Amadeus Altรฉa Suite documentation โ the authoritative source for all pricing commands.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Amadeus FXA Command
What does the Amadeus FXA command do?
The Amadeus FXA command displays a list of the lowest applicable fares for an itinerary without automatically rebooking the segments.
Does the Amadeus FXA command change the booking?
No. The Amadeus FXA command is informative only. The itinerary, seats, and current fare remain unchanged until you decide to rebook or reprice.
What is the difference between FXA and FXL?
The Amadeus FXA command shows the lowest applicable fares that can actually be booked. FXL shows the lowest possible fare, whether or not it is available.
Can I use the Amadeus FXA command on a specific segment or passenger?
Yes. Use FXA/S3 for a specific segment or FXA/P2 for a specific passenger.
Conclusion
The Amadeus FXA command is the informative pricing tool that lists lower applicable fares for a booked itinerary without automatically rebooking the segments. Use FXA for the whole itinerary, FXA/S3 for a specific segment, or FXA/P2 for a specific passenger.
It allows you to compare options before committing to a change, giving your customer a clear picture of the fares available. When you are ready to rebook or reprice, use FXP or FXR, and once the TST is correct, issue with TTP.
Paired with FXL, TQT, and TTP, the Amadeus FXA command gives you a complete comparison toolkit before finalising any booking โ helping you answer fare questions confidently without ever risking the existing reservation.
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