How long until Krisflyer becomes devaluated ?
Aug 1, 2014, 7:15 am
#16
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Singapore, Warsaw, Surfers Paradise
Programs: KrisFlyer Gold>>>Silver>>>Blue, Finnair Silver, Royal Caribbean Diamond
Posts: 5,171
Even I have stopped flying SQ on non-redemption flights, and I used to be SQ Gold for a long time. The two main reasons are ridiculous prices compared to competing airlines like BA and by far the worst FFP from a family perspective. Until that changes, SQ will not get any of my business apart from redemptions...
Aug 1, 2014, 3:55 pm
#17
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: OSL/IAH/ZRH (time, not preference)
Programs: UA1K, LH GM, AA EXP->GM
Posts: 38,265
Even I have stopped flying SQ on non-redemption flights, and I used to be SQ Gold for a long time. The two main reasons are ridiculous prices compared to competing airlines like BA and by far the worst FFP from a family perspective. Until that changes, SQ will not get any of my business apart from redemptions...
I can now fly BR Premium Coach for a lot less to TPE than coach on SQ does cost ... and BA yes, they phoenixed from their ashes to quite an impressive airline.
Last edited by weero; Aug 4, 2014 at 12:30 am Reason: typo
Aug 5, 2014, 5:59 am
#18
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Singapore, Warsaw, Surfers Paradise
Programs: KrisFlyer Gold>>>Silver>>>Blue, Finnair Silver, Royal Caribbean Diamond
Posts: 5,171
To Europe I almost solely fly AY nowadays, got so used to them, the flight-connection times, HEL as an airport, etc. As long as their pricing is good I'll stick around. Plus mileage-accrual and the possibility of transferring miles between accounts is an added bonus.
I used to fly SQ to SYD but prices have been atrocious in recent years, with BA giving me a better price and a promo of flying me back in premium econ (which in fact didn't happen... as we were bumped to Club Class at check-in).
My next trip is a bit tricky as I only need to fly back from SYD (heading there by sea). Most 1-way offers are just ridiculous from all main carriers, so this time I will be giving Scoot a try for the first time. Whereas their departure time to SYD is awful (1:45am takeoff), I have to admit that they have a great slot for the return leg (13:45). Either way, as I need to fly 1-way I'm stuck with them...
P.S. Thinking of going to TPE for the first time ever so will definitely give BR a look.
I used to fly SQ to SYD but prices have been atrocious in recent years, with BA giving me a better price and a promo of flying me back in premium econ (which in fact didn't happen... as we were bumped to Club Class at check-in).
My next trip is a bit tricky as I only need to fly back from SYD (heading there by sea). Most 1-way offers are just ridiculous from all main carriers, so this time I will be giving Scoot a try for the first time. Whereas their departure time to SYD is awful (1:45am takeoff), I have to admit that they have a great slot for the return leg (13:45). Either way, as I need to fly 1-way I'm stuck with them...
P.S. Thinking of going to TPE for the first time ever so will definitely give BR a look.
Aug 5, 2014, 7:40 pm
#19
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Singapore
Programs: BAEC Gold, Le Club Platinum, Hilton HHonors Gold, M&C Gold, SPG Gold
Posts: 561
Nice, wish BA would upgrade me - only seems to happen with other OW carriers lol.
Aug 6, 2014, 7:20 am
#20
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Singapore, Warsaw, Surfers Paradise
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Aug 16, 2014, 12:29 pm
#21
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Bali, Indonesia
Programs: AA, DL, AK, UN, CN
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The real question should be: how long until Krisflyer eliminates fuel surcharges which is an insult to the whole idea of a FF ticket redemption.
Their redemption rates are low but when you factor in the extra miles at $.015 each, it makes their long haul award prices even higher.
And who decides those silly fuel-surcharges?
Their redemption rates are low but when you factor in the extra miles at $.015 each, it makes their long haul award prices even higher.
And who decides those silly fuel-surcharges?
Aug 17, 2014, 9:17 am
#22
Join Date: May 2012
Location: SIN
Programs: JL GC | Marriott LT Silver | Global Entry | SQ Silver
Posts: 6,819
The real question should be: how long until Krisflyer eliminates fuel surcharges which is an insult to the whole idea of a FF ticket redemption.
Their redemption rates are low but when you factor in the extra miles at $.015 each, it makes their long haul award prices even higher.
And who decides those silly fuel-surcharges?
Their redemption rates are low but when you factor in the extra miles at $.015 each, it makes their long haul award prices even higher.
And who decides those silly fuel-surcharges?
Aug 17, 2014, 10:51 am
#23
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: SIN
Programs: SQ, UA, Delta, BMI(RIP), Marriott Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Diamond (Thanks Amex) Hyatt Discov
Posts: 1,942
Aug 17, 2014, 10:58 am
#24
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: SIN
Programs: SQ, UA, Delta, BMI(RIP), Marriott Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Diamond (Thanks Amex) Hyatt Discov
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Aug 17, 2014, 4:13 pm
#25
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Singapore
Programs: QF LTG, SQ EGTP, Bonvoy LTG
Posts: 4,847
When talking competitors EK comes to mind, and it's surcharges are now through the roof, for example we're talking an extra $100 over what SQ charge for a simple return to Australia in economy from SIN. Other competitors of note include CX, the Japanese carriers, European carriers that fly to SIN (KL, BA, AF, LH, LX, AY, TK) and various SE Asian airlines such as Thai that all charge fuel surcharges.
Aug 18, 2014, 7:20 pm
#27
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Singapore
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