A complete guide to the FQN command in Amadeus โ how to display fare notes, fare rules, categories, routing information, and airline informational notes.
Finding a fare with FQD is only the first step. Before you can quote it to a customer, book it, or price it, you need to know what conditions come with it โ is it refundable, when must the ticket be issued, what routing is allowed, which flights can be used, and are there seasonal restrictions. The FQN command is the entry that displays all of this. It allows you to view the rules and conditions attached to a fare, including fare categories, routing, transfers, flight applications, and airline-specific information. This guide walks through each FQN variation so you can read the fare rules accurately before committing to a booking.
What Does the FQN Command Do?
FQN is the Amadeus GDS command used to display fare notes, fare rules, categories, routing information, and airline informational notes.
Category: Fare Rules & Notes.
It allows you to view the rules and conditions attached to a fare, including fare categories, routing, transfers, flight applications, and airline-specific information.
The FQN entry is normally used after a fare display with FQD. Each fare displayed on a specific line number can be examined in detail, category by category.
Fare Note by Line Number
Display the fare note or rule for a specific fare display line:
FQN04This displays the fare note or rule for the fare on line 4 of a fare display.
Display a fare note by line number for a specific fare component:
FQN1-1This displays the fare note or rule by line number for a specific fare component, useful for constructed fares with multiple parts.
Fare Note Categories
Display a list of applicable categories or paragraphs for the fare note:
FQN6*LISTor:
FQN6/LISTDisplay a specific fare category or paragraph:
FQN1*MXThe list is normally displayed first, so you know which category codes are available before requesting a specific paragraph.
Airline Informational Note
Display an airline informational note or rule:
FQNCX/0002This displays an airline informational note referenced by its airline code and note number โ useful for carrier-specific conditions that are not part of the general fare rule.
Fare Note by Number
Display a fare note or rule using its specific number:
FQN180NUse this when you already know the fare note number from a previous display or from the airlineโs documentation.
Routing & Flight Application
Display routing information, transfers, and flight application categories:
FQN8*RTThis displays routing information, transfers, and flight application categories for the fare note or rule on line 8.
Display routing information for a specific fare:
FQN4*RGThis displays the routing information for the fare on line 4, showing the permitted routing and any restrictions on the journey.
When to Use FQN
Use FQN after displaying fares with FQD when you need to check the fare rules, restrictions, routing, applicable categories, or other conditions before booking or pricing a fare. Typical scenarios include:
- Checking whether a fare is refundable or non-refundable before quoting it.
- Confirming the ticketing deadline or advance purchase requirement.
- Verifying the permitted routing and any transfer restrictions.
- Checking which flights the fare can be applied to.
- Reviewing the seasonal validity or blackout dates for a fare.
- Accessing airline informational notes for carrier-specific conditions.
- Comparing rules between two competing fares on the same route.
How FQN Fits Into Your Pricing Workflow
A typical pricing session using FQN might look like this:
- Display available fares with
FQDHELNYCor a similar city-pair entry. - Identify the fare line you want to examine.
- Enter
FQN04to display the fare note or rule for that line. - Use
FQN6*LISTto list all available categories. - Request a specific category with
FQN1*MX. - Check routing with
FQN4*RGif routing restrictions are important. - Once the rules are confirmed, proceed with booking and pricing using
FXP.
How FQN Relates to Other Fare Commands
- FQD โ displays available fares between cities or for specific airlines.
- FQN โ displays the fare notes, rules, categories, and routing for a specific fare.
- FQP โ creates a fare quote based on specified criteria.
- FXP โ standard pricing of a booked itinerary with TST creation.
- FXR โ repricing of an existing itinerary.
- FQN*LIST โ lists all the categories available for the fare note.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does FQN do in Amadeus?
FQN displays fare notes, rules, categories, routing information, and airline informational notes for a specific fare.
What does FQN04 mean?
It displays the fare note or rule for the fare on line 4 of a fare display.
How do I see all fare rule categories?
Use FQN6*LIST or FQN6/LIST to display a list of all applicable categories or paragraphs for the fare note.
How do I check routing for a fare?
Use FQN4*RG for the routing information of the fare on line 4, or FQN8*RT for routing, transfers, and flight application categories.
Conclusion
The FQN command is the fare-rule research tool in Amadeus. Use FQN04 to display the rule for a fare on a specific line, FQN6*LIST to list all available categories, FQN1*MX for a specific paragraph, FQNCX/0002 for airline informational notes, and FQN4*RG or FQN8*RT for routing and flight application details. Reading the fare rules before quoting prevents surprises for the customer and mistakes at ticketing time. Paired with FQD, FQP, and FXP, the FQN command completes the fare research process and ensures every booking is based on a full understanding of the fare conditions.
