What Is a Passenger Name Record (PNR)?

A Passenger Name Record (PNR) is a unique reservation code used by airlines to store and manage a passenger’s booking details. Each PNR contains essential information, including the traveler’s name, flight itinerary, seat selection, meal preference, and ticket status. Airlines and travel agencies use PNRs to track bookings, facilitate changes, and coordinate multi-leg journeys across different carriers.

For business travellers, having easy access to a PNR ensures smooth check-ins, accurate travel records, and efficient itinerary management. Many corporate travel agencies consolidate PNRs within their travel management systems, providing real-time access to upcoming trips, automated reminders, and support for itinerary modifications when travel plans change.