New Distribution Capability
(NDC)IATA NDCDirect Airline APIXML Aviation Pipe
- New Distribution CapabilityNDC
- New Distribution Capability (NDC) is an XML-based data transmission standard developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to enable airlines to distribute rich flight content, customizable seat selections, dynamic pricing models, and baggage ancillaries directly to B2B travel aggregators and agents.
Detailed Overview
NDC was introduced to modernize aviation distribution, bypassing legacy GDS text-based protocols. By using XML-based API messaging, NDC allows airlines to package and distribute customized offers in real-time. This provides agents with access to competitive airline net rates, rich media (like room or cabin images), and detailed seat selection options, while avoiding standard GDS distribution surcharges.