Travel and Tourism Placement Companies 2026: Top Recruiters & How to Get Hired
"Researching travel and tourism placement companies? Knowing which companies hire helps you target your job search effectively. 'Tourism mein kaunsi companies jobs deti hain?' (Which companies give jobs in tourism?) This guide covers all major travel industry recruiters—OTAs, agencies, airlines, and more. At Wings Institute, Vadodara, our students get placed across these leading travel employers."
Travel and Tourism Placement Companies: Complete Guide
Understanding travel and tourism placement companies:
Why Know the Companies: - Different companies, different hiring processes - Some prefer campus recruitment - Others hire through job portals - Knowing them helps targeted preparation
Major Company Categories: 1. Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) 2. Traditional Travel Agencies 3. Tour Operators 4. Airlines (ticketing division) 5. Corporate Travel Management 6. Destination Management Companies 7. Travel Tech Companies
At Wings Institute, Alkapuri, Vadodara, we connect students with companies across all these categories.
| Company Type | Major Companies | Hiring Volume | Fresher Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTAs | MakeMyTrip, Cleartrip, Yatra | High (100s/year) | ₂0K-₃0K |
| Traditional Agencies | Thomas Cook, SOTC, Kesari | Moderate | ₁5K-₂5K |
| Airlines | IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet | Moderate | ₂0K-₃0K |
| Corporate Travel | FCM, BCD, CWTC | Moderate | ₂2K-₃5K |
| Tour Operators | Regional, niche | Lower | ₁5K-₂2K |
Online Travel Agencies (OTAs)
Largest travel employers:
MakeMyTrip: - India's largest OTA - Multiple brands (Goibibo, redBus) - Roles: Sales, customer support, operations - Fresher salary: ₂0K-₂8K - Tech-driven environment
Cleartrip: - Premium travel platform - Corporate focus - Roles: Sales, corporate sales, support - Salary: ₂0K-₂8K
Yatra: - B2B and B2C operations - Corporate travel strength - Roles: Travel consultant, sales - Salary: ₁8K-₂5K
EaseMyTrip: - Fast-growing OTA - Expanding operations - Aggressive hiring - Salary: ₁8K-₂5K
How to Apply: Company career portals, LinkedIn, job sites
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"OTAs only hire tech people—tourism graduates don't fit."
FALSE! OTAs have large operations, sales, and customer service teams that need tourism graduates. MakeMyTrip alone has thousands of non-tech employees. GDS knowledge and travel expertise are valued. Wings Institute students work at all major OTAs.
| Factor | OTA (MakeMyTrip type) | Traditional Agency (Thomas Cook) |
|---|---|---|
| Work Environment | Corporate, tech-driven | Customer-facing, relationships |
| Salary | ₂0K-₃0K fresher | ₁5K-₂5K fresher |
| Growth | Fast, performance-based | Steady, experience-based |
| Skills Needed | Tech comfort, sales | Customer service, destinations |
| Job Security | Performance-dependent | More stable |
Traditional Travel Agencies
Established travel companies:
Thomas Cook India: - Oldest travel brand - Comprehensive services - Roles: Travel consultant, tour operations - Training provided - Salary: ₁5K-₂2K fresher
SOTC (Kuoni): - Premium tour operator - Outbound travel focus - Roles: Sales, operations, tour manager - Salary: ₁8K-₂5K
Kesari Tours: - Group tour specialist - Gujarat presence strong - Roles: Sales, tour leader, operations - Salary: ₁5K-₂2K
Cox & Kings: - Luxury and corporate - International operations - Premium salary for experienced
Airlines Ticketing and Sales
Airline employment:
IndiGo: - Largest domestic airline - Roles: Reservations, sales, city office - GDS knowledge essential - Salary: ₂0K-₂8K - Airline benefits included
Air India: - National carrier - Roles: Ticketing, sales, customer service - Government airline benefits - Salary: ₂2K-₃0K
SpiceJet, Akasa, Vistara: - Similar roles available - City office and call center positions - Salary range: ₁8K-₂8K
Advantage: Airline employees get flight benefits and often transition to other airline roles (ground staff, cabin crew)
Companies Recruiting from Wings Institute
- 1MakeMyTrip: Regular hiring for operations and sales.
- 2Thomas Cook: Campus connections for travel consultant roles.
- 3IndiGo: Reservations and customer service positions.
- 4SOTC/Kesari: Tour operations and sales roles.
- 5Corporate Travel: FCM, BCD for B2B travel management.
- 6Regional Agencies: Gujarat-based travel companies.
- 7Startups: Emerging travel tech companies.
Expert Insight
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Corporate Travel Management
B2B travel companies:
What is Corporate Travel: - Managing travel for companies - Business travelers, not leisure - Higher value transactions - Professional client interactions
Major TMCs (Travel Management Companies): - FCM Travel Solutions - BCD Travel - Carlson Wagonlit (CWT) - American Express GBT
Roles: - TMC Executive: ₂0K-₃0K - Corporate Travel Consultant: ₂2K-₃5K - Account Manager: ₃0K-₅0K
Why Consider: - Higher salaries than leisure travel - Professional work environment - Regular hours (mostly) - Growth opportunities
How to Get Hired by These Companies
Application strategies:
Direct Application: - Company career pages - LinkedIn job postings - Naukri, Indeed, Shine
Campus Recruitment: - Through training institute - Campus drives - Institute referrals
Networking: - LinkedIn connections - Alumni referrals - Industry events
Preparation: - GDS certification (essential) - Geography and destination knowledge - Sales and communication skills - Professional appearance
Wings Institute Advantage: - Company connections for referrals - Campus drive participation - Interview preparation support
Getting Hired Action Steps
- GDS Certification: Amadeus/Galileo—non-negotiable for travel jobs.
- Resume: Highlight relevant skills, certifications, training.
- Apply Widely: Don't limit to one company—apply to multiple.
- Research Companies: Know about companies before interviews.
- Prepare Answers: Common questions: Why travel? Customer handling?
- Professional Presence: LinkedIn profile, email, appearance.
Wings Institute Company Network
At Wings Institute, Alkapuri, Vadodara, our travel tourism placement network includes:
OTAs: MakeMyTrip, Cleartrip, Yatra connections
Traditional Agencies: Thomas Cook, SOTC, regional agencies
Airlines: IndiGo, Air India ticketing and sales
Corporate Travel: TMC company connections
Placement Process: - Campus recruitment drives - Company referrals - Job notification sharing - Interview preparation
Result: 80%+ placement rate with named employers
Our Travel Tourism Course connects you with these recruiters.
Conclusion: Know the Players, Get the Job
Travel and tourism placement companies range from OTAs (MakeMyTrip) to traditional agencies (Thomas Cook) to airlines (IndiGo) to corporate travel (FCM). Knowing these recruiters helps you target preparation and applications.
Right knowledge = right job.
At Wings Institute, Vadodara, we connect you with these employers. Call +91-8758754444 or visit Wings Institute to explore placement opportunities.
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