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# Flights app workflow

The typical flight booking application follows this workflow:

#### Search for flights

Use `search_fares` to find available flights by origin, destination, dates, and passenger count. Results include fare details and availability.

#### Get pricing

Use `get_pricing` to retrieve detailed pricing information for selected flights including taxes, fees, and fare rules.

#### Check availability

Use `check_availability` to verify real-time seat availability for the desired flight.

#### View fare rules and seat map

Use `get_fare_rules` to review cancellation and change policies. Use `get_seat_map` to view available seats.

#### Prepare for booking

Use `get_checkout_data` to retrieve billing, payment, and traveler information needed to complete the booking.

#### Book the flight

Use `book` to create the reservation. Include passenger details, payment information, and seat selections.

#### Manage the reservation

Use `get_reservation_details` to view the booking or `cancel` to cancel a booking.

> Step-by-step workflow for building a flight booking application with the Air API.