• Struggling with multi-vendor bookings, payments, and traveler data across disconnected systems?

  • Need a unified platform that handles flights, hotels, tours, and activities in one place?

Custom Travel Booking App
Development Services

As a travel booking app development company, we build custom booking platforms for airlines, tour operators, travel agencies, and travel experience providers. From flight reservations and tour packages to itinerary management and payment processing, we create secure web and mobile apps that streamline operations and deliver seamless booking experiences for your travelers.

  • Run your entire travel business on one secure, scalable platform.

  • Reduce manual tasks by 30-50% through seamless system integration.

  • Speed up traveler bookings and check-ins by up to 40% with smart automation.

Trusted by startups & global brands worldwide

Vodafone
Aldi
Calorgas
Energia Rewards
Nike
General Electric
Bank of America
Cisco
Heineken
Microsoft
T-Mobile
Valero

The Impact of Custom Travel Booking Platforms

Of travelers book via mobile and web platforms

Higher conversion with seamless booking experience

Increase in customer retention with personalization

Our Travel App Development Services

As a leading travel and hospitality software development company, we design and build end-to­-end solutions that empower travel businesses, airlines, hotels, OTAs, tour operators, and transportation providers to deliver seamless, secure, and scalable booking experiences across all platforms.

Custom Travel App Development

Build bespoke web and mobile travel applications tailored to your unique business requirements, brand identity, and target audience.

Key capabilities:

  • Custom UI/UX designed for traveler discovery, comparison, and booking

  • Scalable architecture to support global traffic and seasonal spikes

  • Native, cross-platform, or web-based app development

  • Modular design to easily add new travel services in the future

  • Compliance with global security and data protection standards

Travel Booking Engine Development

Implement powerful booking engine software for web and mobile with real-time availability, instant confirmations, and seamless payment processing.

Key capabilities:

  • Real-time search, availability, and instant booking confirmations

  • Integration with GDS, airline, hotel, and third-party inventory APIs

  • Fare rules, dynamic pricing, and cancellation policies management

  • High-performance architecture for fast search results

  • Custom workflows for B2C, B2B, and corporate travel use cases

Web & Mobile Solutions

Create responsive web applications and native iOS/Android apps optimized for performance, usability, and conversion.

Key Capabilities

  • Responsive, SEO-friendly web booking applications

  • Native iOS and Android app development

  • Cross-platform solutions for faster go-to-market

  • Consistent user experience across all devices

  • Offline access for itineraries and booking details

  • High-performance and scalable architecture

Hotel Booking Systems

Develop comprehensive hotel reservation platforms with advanced search filters, room management, and secure payment gateways.

Key capabilities:

  • Advanced hotel search with filters (price, location, amenities, ratings)

  • Room inventory, pricing, and availability management

  • Integration with PMS, channel managers, and OTAs

  • Calendar-based booking and flexible cancellation rules

  • Support for hotels, resorts, vacation rentals, and serviced apartments

Flight Booking Solutions

Integrate multi-carrier flight search, booking, and ticketing systems with GDS connectivity and real-time fare updates.

Key capabilities:

  • Multi-airline and multi-route flight search and booking

  • Integration with GDS and airline reservation systems

  • Seat selection, baggage options, and fare comparison

  • Automated ticket issuance and e-ticket delivery

  • Support for domestic and international travel bookings

Activity & Tour Booking

Create engaging platforms for local experiences, guided tours, and adventure activities with instant booking confirmation.

Key capabilities:

  • Discovery and booking of tours, attractions, and local experiences

  • Time-slot and capacity-based booking management

  • Instant confirmations and automated vouchers

  • Flexible pricing for groups, private tours, and add-ons

  • Admin dashboards for tour operators and vendors

Transportation Booking

Develop car rental, taxi, and transportation booking systems with GPS tracking and route optimization.

Key capabilities:

  • Car rental, airport transfer, and chauffeur booking modules

  • Real-time vehicle availability and pricing

  • GPS tracking, route optimization, and ETA calculation

  • Driver management and dispatch systems

  • Secure booking and payment workflows

API Integration Services

Seamlessly integrate third-party travel APIs, payment gateways, mapping services, and CRM systems.

Key capabilities:

  • Integration with travel APIs (GDS, hotels, flights, maps)

  • Payment gateways, CRM, ERP, and accounting systems

  • Loyalty programs, coupon engines, and referral systems

  • Analytics and reporting tools integration

  • Smooth data synchronization across platforms

Payment Gateway Integration

Implement secure, multi-currency payment processing with support for credit cards, digital wallets, and alternative payment methods.

Key capabilities:

  • Multi-currency and region-specific payment support

  • PCI-DSS-compliant secure transactions

  • Wallets, cards, UPI, and alternative payment methods

  • Refunds, cancellations, and chargeback handling

  • Optimized checkout flows to reduce abandonment

Types of Travel Apps We Build

App TypePrimary PurposeKey FeaturesTarget UsersBest For
Booking & Reservation Apps
Travel Planning & Itinerary Apps
Travel Marketplace Apps
Travel Guide & Discovery Apps
Corporate Travel Apps
Transportation & Transfer Apps

Turn Your Travel App Idea into a Market-Ready Product

Our team can help you validate requirements, choose the right tech stack, and build an MVP or full-scale travel booking platform that’s ready for global users.

Essential Features We Build Into Every Travel App

Powerful functionality for web and mobile platforms that drives engagement, conversions, and customer loyalty.

Advanced Search & Filters

Find trips quickly with multi-parameter search and smart filtering.

Includes:

  • Multi-parameter filters (price, dates, location, ratings)

  • Smart suggestions based on preferences and search history

  • Sorting by popularity, relevance, and best deals

  • Fast and responsive search experience

Real-Time Availability

Live inventory updates with instant booking confirmations.

Includes:

  • Live inventory updates across flights, hotels, and tours

  • Automated availability syncing across channels

  • Instant booking confirmation

  • Centralized inventory control for admins

Dynamic Pricing

Demand-based pricing to maximize revenue and competitiveness.

Includes:

  • Demand-based and seasonal pricing logic

  • Promotional offers, discounts, and coupons

  • Geo-based pricing customization

  • Flexible pricing rules for different user segments

Secure Payments

PCI-DSS–compliant payment processing for safe transactions.

Includes:

  • Multiple payment options in a single checkout flow

  • Secure tokenized transactions

  • Local currency support for global users

  • Transparent pricing and tax breakdowns

User Profiles & Dashboards

Personalized accounts for preferences, bookings, and history.

Includes:

  • User profiles with saved preferences

  • Booking history and upcoming trip management

  • Saved travelers, documents, and payment methods

  • Personalized recommendations and offers

Reviews & Ratings

Build trust through verified customer feedback.

Includes:

  • Verified user reviews and ratings

  • Property, airline, and tour feedback

  • Moderation and review management tools

  • Display of trust badges and certifications

Interactive Maps & GPS

Location-based discovery and navigation.

Includes:

  • Interactive maps for hotels, attractions, and transport

  • Nearby recommendations based on location

  • Directions and distance calculations

  • Location-aware notifications and alerts

Push Notifications

Real-time alerts for bookings, reminders, and offers.

Includes:

  • Booking confirmations and reminders

  • Itinerary updates and alerts

  • Promotional and personalized offers

  • Email, SMS, and push notification support

Multi-Language Support

Localized experiences for global users.

Includes:

  • Multiple language options

  • Local date, time, and currency formats

  • Region-specific content and offers

  • Improved usability for international users

Loyalty & Rewards Programs

Increase repeat bookings with incentives and rewards.

Includes:

  • Points-based rewards systems

  • Referral and cashback programs

  • Tier-based membership benefits

  • Custom loyalty rules and analytics

Analytics & Reporting

Actionable insights into user behavior and performance.

Includes:

  • Booking and revenue analytics

  • User behavior and funnel analysis

  • Popular destinations and trends

  • Performance reports for decision-making

24/7 In-App Support

Live chat and helpdesk for continuous customer assistance.

Includes:

  • Live chat or chatbot support

  • Helpdesk and ticketing systems

  • FAQ and self-service knowledge base

  • 24/7 assistance for global travelers

Looking for a Long-Term Travel Technology Partner?

Share your business goals with us, and we’ll help you to develop, and scale travel booking platforms that handle real-world complexity.

Why Choose Us as Your Travel App Development Company

Partner with a travel booking app development company that understands the travel industry inside out.

Agile Development

We work in fast, iterative cycles, giving you regular updates and the flexibility to adapt as your requirements evolve.

Transparent Pricing

We offer clear, pay-as-you-go pricing so you can focus on outcomes, not billable hours.

Flexible Engagement

We adapt to your needs, whether you’re launching a single project or building a long-term partnership.

End-to-End Support

We cover everything from infrastructure management and bug fixes to ongoing development and optimization.

Quick Proof of Concept

We deliver a functional prototype quickly, so you can test and validate your idea early.

Go Live Faster

Most projects launch within 12 weeks, helping you make an impact sooner.

Our Travel App Development Process

We follow a structured approach delivering exceptional web and mobile solutions on time and within budget.

Our Travel App Development Process

Travel Business Analysis & Booking Flow Mapping

We analyze your travel business model, booking workflows, supplier relationships, and revenue channels to design a platform that matches how you actually operate.

Deliverables:

  • Travel supplier and inventory source mapping

  • Booking workflow and payment flow analysis

  • Target user personas and traveler journey mapping

  • Competitor and market opportunity analysis

  • Feature prioritization and functional requirements

  • Project roadmap, timeline, and milestone planning

UX/UI Design for Web & Mobile

Our designers create intuitive, visually appealing interfaces with interactive prototypes for user testing and stakeholder approval.

Deliverables:

  • User flow diagrams and information architecture

  • Low-fidelity wireframes for key booking flows

  • High-fidelity UI designs (responsive web & native mobile)

  • Interactive prototypes for stakeholder approval

  • Design system with reusable components

  • Usability testing feedback and design iterations

Full-Stack Development (Web & Mobile Apps)

Expert developers build your web and mobile applications using agile methodologies, integrating all necessary APIs and services.

Deliverables:

  • Web and mobile app development (iOS, Android, Web)

  • Backend architecture and database setup

  • API and third-party integrations (payments, maps, PMS, etc.)

  • Secure authentication and role management

  • Sprint-wise development and progress updates

Testing & Quality Assurance

Rigorous testing across devices, browsers, and platforms ensures bug-free, secure, and high-performing applications.

Deliverables:

  • Functional and usability testing

  • Cross-device and cross-browser testing

  • Performance and security testing

  • Bug tracking and resolution reports

Deployment & Launch

Seamless web hosting setup, app store submission, and launch support to ensure a smooth go-to-market across all platforms.

Deliverables:

  • Web hosting and server configuration

  • App Store & Play Store submission support

  • Production environment setup

  • Launch checklist and go-live support

  • Post-launch monitoring

Support & Optimization

Ongoing maintenance, performance monitoring, and feature enhancements for both web and mobile platforms.

Deliverables:

  • Ongoing maintenance and bug fixes

  • Performance monitoring and optimization

  • Feature enhancements and updates

  • Analytics tracking and reporting

  • Technical support and SLA-based assistance

Pricing for Travel App Development

Minimum Viable Product (MVP)

Get a basic but lovable travel app to start engaging early adopters and investors. We help you launch quickly with essential features that showcase your idea.

  • Mobile app and/or web app development
  • Clearly defined project scope and timeline
  • 1–2 core travel features (booking, search, or itinerary)
  • Simple, user-friendly design
  • Turnaround time: 6–8 weeks

Full-Featured Travel App

Build a market-ready travel app with multiple features, integrations, and a polished design. Perfect for scaling your travel business and delighting users.

  • iOS, Android, and web app development
  • Tentatively defined scope with multiple travel-focused features
  • Custom UI/UX design
  • Integration with 3rd-party services (payment gateways, maps, or APIs)
  • Turnaround time: 12–14 weeks

Innovative Travel Tech Product

Develop cutting-edge travel solutions with advanced technologies like AR, VR, or AI for next-gen experiences. Ideal for travel startups looking to stand out or solve complex problems.

  • Multi-platform apps with AI, AR, VR, or other innovative tech
  • Highly complex travel or business requirements
  • Custom designs with engaging animations
  • Deep problem-solving and advanced user experiences
  • Custom quote based on project scope

Ready to Build or Scale Your Travel Booking App?

If you’re looking for a reliable travel booking app development company, , we’re here to help. Share your requirements, and we’ll get back to you with a tailored approach.

Hospitality Software Solutions We’ve Delivered

Building Custom Booking Software Case Study
72+Weekly self check-ins via mobile app
580+Active users on the new website within 2 months of rollout
7xGrowth in self check-ins after app launch
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Working with RaftLabs has been amazing. The team is super responsive and quick to address our needs. They built a booking platform that’s been a game changer for our team and our guests.

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Paula CastroReservations Officer, City Break Apartments
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Ireland
food order management
16 weeksto launch MVP version
$ 2500+generated during initial launch phase
0%order errors
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RaftLabs elevated my ideas and brought them to life when everything seemed impossible.

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Grady LakshmonoCoFounder,Moka (acquired by Gojek) & Gula (acquired by Runchise)
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Indonesia
Online Food Ordering Platform
$ 10k+transactions in first 15 days
$ 5ksavings on food delivery commissions
12 weekszero to launch
Online Food Ordering Platform

Guests can directly order from their phone through this food ordering app. Complete contactless. Plus save us on staff required to take the orders. Everything stays digital so we know who are our guests.

Ruthul M.Business Owner, Cafe

Industries We Serve: Travel & Hospitality

Specialized travel booking engine and app development solutions designed to solve your toughest challenges and keep you ahead of the competition.

Airlines & Aviation

Managing complex fare structures, last-minute bookings, and low direct sales can be overwhelming.

We build reservation systems with real-time availability, dynamic pricing, and smooth booking flows so you can increase direct sales and keep passengers happy. Stay ahead of the competition with seamless digital bookings.

Hotels & Resorts

Low direct bookings and fragmented guest experiences can limit revenue growth.

We create hotel booking engines and PMS-integrated guest apps that enhance guest satisfaction and boost direct revenue so you can capture every booking opportunity and improve your online presence.

Cruise Lines

Managing itineraries, onboard activities, and bookings can be chaotic.

We deliver end-to-end cruise booking platforms with integrated itinerary and onboard experience management so your operations run smoothly and passengers enjoy a seamless booking experience.

Car Rental Companies

Keeping track of real-time fleet availability, peak demand, and location-based pricing can be challenging.

We build fleet management systems with live inventory, dynamic pricing, and GPS-enabled booking so you can maximize fleet utilization and never miss a rental opportunity.

Tour Operators & Experiences

Scheduling tours, managing groups, and handling bookings across multiple channels can be overwhelming.

We create custom booking platforms that streamline operations and delight customers so you can deliver exceptional experiences and grow your business faster.

Adventure & Eco Travel

Seasonal packages and complex itineraries can confuse customers and staff.

We develop flexible booking solutions for experiences, packages, and seasonal offerings so travelers can book easily and your business can capture more bookings during peak seasons.

Travel Agencies & OTAs

Aggregating inventory, managing commissions, and coordinating multiple suppliers can slow down your operations.

We build multi-supplier platforms that simplify inventory management, pricing, and commissions so you can offer smooth bookings and stay ahead of your competitors.

Corporate & Business Travel

Approval workflows, reporting, and compliance requirements can slow down corporate travel bookings.

We deliver travel management systems that streamline approvals, reporting, and policy compliance so employees can book faster and your business can save time and costs.

Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays

Managing property listings, availability, pricing, and guest communication across multiple channels can be complex.

We build booking platforms and channel-ready systems that centralize inventory, automate pricing, and simplify guest management so you can increase occupancy, reduce manual effort, and stay competitive in a fast-moving rental market.

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