Originally Posted by demue

LH charges (outrageous) YQ that SQ is passing on to you. Sucks? Well yes, but KF as a program only applies no YQ for their own flights or where the partner carrier in question doesn't charge it.

So either you can find another option that does not involve LH, LX, OS or the likes then you'll have to pay up.

Maybe if more flexible on dates check other days. I would secure the LH Itin for now and stay on the look out if a better (less or no YQ) option comes along. Of course for a *A award using KF this means cancel (fee) and rebook IIRC. Not ideal. YMMV.