AEROFLOT* Charge (What It Is + Is It Legit?)

When Aeroflot processes ticket purchases and travel fees through international payment networks, the billing system automatically appends an asterisk to create the truncated descriptor "AEROFLOT*" as part of a standardized merchant coding format used across airline booking platforms and global distribution systems. Russian carriers like Aeroflot commonly use this asterisk-based format because it allows additional transaction identifiers, such as booking reference codes or route information, to follow the merchant name within the character limits imposed by card networks like Visa and Mastercard. If you see AEROFLOT* on your statement, it almost certainly reflects a legitimate flight ticket purchase, seat upgrade, baggage fee, or other travel-related charge processed through Aeroflot's official booking infrastructure.

No, this is a legitimate charge from Aeroflot. However, if you did not authorize this charge or cancelled your subscription, you may be eligible for a refund.

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