Locator

nounStandard termLogistics

A unique alphanumeric code used to identify and retrieve a travel booking.

A unique alphanumeric string assigned by a reservation system to a specific passenger booking. It serves as the primary key in a global distribution system or airline database, allowing agents and automated systems to retrieve itineraries, passenger details, and ticketing status.

Heard on the job

I can't find your reservation by name, can you read me the six-character locator on your confirmation email?

Also heard as

  • PNR
  • record locator
  • booking reference