Oryx Connect - Here all the ways to connect to our NDC

Oryx Connect is Qatar Airways’ NDC programme, powered by Amadeus Altea NDC, that delivers enhanced airline retailing capabilities to Trade Partners. Through seamless connectivity with leading aggregators including Amadeus, Travelport, and Sabre, partners can access richer content, Fare Families, and ancillary services such as seat and baggage options, providing greater choice, flexibility, and value for customers.

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  • Oryx Portal

    A simple and effective booking portal

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    Oryx Portal

    What is Oryx Portal?

    Oryx Portal is a digital platform that provides your agency with direct access to Qatar Airways NDC content and exclusive offers.

    Key Benefits:

    • End-to-end retailing experience with access to Qatar Airways NDC content and offers.
    • Book, import, and service any QR NDC booking through a user-friendly interface.
    • No setup fees or technical integrations required.

    Requirements for BSP Countries:

    •  IATA-accredited agency
    • Qatar Airways ticketing authority

    Non-BSP Countries:

    • TIDS-accredited agency
    • Signed NDC seller agreement
    •  Oracle Customer Account (created by local account manager)
    • IFG registration (completed by agent)

    How to Get Started

    How to get started:

    • Register on the Qatar Airways Trade Portal as a Manager.
      Note: Only Manager-level accounts can submit NDC connection requests.
    • Once your account is verified, log in and request NDC access by clicking “Request Access.”
    • After approval, the Manager can grant access to additional agency staff.
  • Oryx Link

    Available through approved aggregator

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    Oryx Link

    What is Oryx Link?

    Oryx Link enables travel agencies to connect via approved third-party aggregators, accessing NDC content from multiple airlines on a single platform.

    Key Benefits:

    • Access Qatar Airways NDC content without technical development or integration.
    • Connect through multiple approved aggregators.
    • Access NDC content from various airlines.

    Requirements for BSP Countries:

    • IATA-accredited agency
    • Qatar Airways ticketing authority
    • NDC PCC from the selected aggregator

    Non-BSP Countries:

    • Not applicable

    How to Get Started:

     

    For Travel Agencies:

    Step 1

    Select an approved aggregator partner from our list.

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    Establish a commercial relationship and collect necessary details (e.g., PCC).

    Step 3

    Register on the Trade Portal as a Manager and complete account verification.

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    Request NDC access by selecting your aggregator and providing their PCC.

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    Our NDC team will review your request and respond within three working days.

    Already registered as a Manager? Submit your interest here and upload the required documents.

    For Aggregators:

    BSP Countries:

    • Robust IT infrastructure for integration and operations
    • Dedicated resources for technical integration (up to six months)
    • Ability to support the latest NDC API version
    • IATA-accredited agency
    • Qatar Airways ticketing authority
    • Finalise aggregator contract

    Non-BSP Countries:

    • Not applicable

    To register your interest, email qrretailingsupport@qatarairways.com.qa

  • Oryx Direct

    Offerring a suire of Qatar Airways NDC APIs

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    Oryx Direct

    What is Direct Connect?

    Direct Connect allows large travel partners to integrate directly with the Qatar Airways NDC API, offering maximum control and access to the latest content.

    Key Benefits:

    • Early access to new content for a competitive edge.
    • Direct connection eliminates intermediaries.
    • Full control over the customer experience, from booking to after-sales service.
    • Enhanced features, including rich content and detailed product descriptions.
    • Efficient servicing for changes, exchanges, and refunds.

     

    Requirements for BSP Countries:

    • Robust IT infrastructure for integration and operations
    • Dedicated resources for technical integration (up to six months)
    • Ability to support the latest NDC API version
    • IATA-accredited agency
    • Qatar Airways ticketing authority
    • Signed direct connect contract.

    Non-BSP Countries:

    • Not applicable

     

    How to Get Started

    1. Register on the Trade Portal as a Manager and complete account verification.
    2. Request Direct Connect access after logging in.
    3. Our NDC team will review your request and contact you regarding the next available integration opportunity.

    Already registered as a Manager? Submit your interest here and upload the required documents:

    • PCI DSS Certificate (if enabling credit card payments)
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    • Completed OCN form

    Need Assistance ?

    For further support or inquiries, please contact our team at qrretailingsupport@qatarairways.com.qa

Benifits of connecting to Oryx Connect

We invite all the tradepartners to join Oryx Connect and offer your clients our complete Qatar Airways world class experience.

Best Price Offer
Bundle Offer
Extensive Functionality
Flexible Payment

NDC capabilities and features

Multiple search options

Pre-book free or chargeable seats

Change of itinerary in existing order

Open jaw & multi destination

Multi payment options

Cancel an order or void an order

Fare bundle

NDC Support

NDC support

We understand that NDC is evolving and in order to support our Trade partners, We have developed workarounds within Trade Portal

Get in touch with us

Call us or talk to our agent

Submit a query through Case Management

Contact our agent at +974 4023 0000

Access 24/7 live chat on the Trade Portal