Jan 26, 2023, 12:49 pm
Last edit by: SilverChris
Singapore Airlines' (SQ) through-check baggage policy on separate tickets
Official policy: https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/b...question-60958
Note that the requirement of having a single itinerary to transit through SIN is out of date
SQ - SQ
Yes, provided your connection is legal.
SQ - Other airlines
Yes, in most cases. As long as there's an interline agreement with the subsequent carrier(s), and your connection time is legal, SQ should check it through. There may be exceptions, such as where the connecting point cannot accept through-checked bags.
Scoot (TR) - SQ
No, Scoot will not tag your bag to an SQ flight if it's on a separate ticket.
Other airlines - SQ
Check with the airline that will be accepting your bag.
FAQ
How do I ask to be through-checked from SQ to another airline?
At the check-in desk, tell the agent you have an onward flight, and show a printout/screenshot of your e-ticket for the onward flight(s).
Will I receive my boarding pass(es) for the subsequent flight(s)?
Most likely. SQ has the capability of printing boarding passes for your subsequent flights, even on other airlines, but this doesn't always work.
Is SQ obligated to check me in across separate tickets?
No, especially if it's to another airline. It is, however, a courtesy offered by SQ at their discretion and is not guaranteed. There may be instances of inexperienced/unhelpful check-in staff, or unforeseen exceptions. You should always have a contingency plan in case you're refused. In other words, always meet the entry requirements for the destination on your first ticket, and leave sufficient time to clear arrival formalities and re-check your bag.
My bag was tagged by SQ to another airline, and now it's mishandled (delayed/lost/damaged). Which airline is responsible?
The final delivering carrier is always responsible, even if they're not at fault. This is true even if you're on separate tickets. You must file a report with the final carrier listed on your baggage claim stub.
I was through-checked by SQ, but missed my connection. Will SQ rebook my onward travel?
If it's SQ-SQ, they're usually proactive at rebooking you even on separate tickets. If it's to another carrier, you're at the mercy of that airline and your fare rules. This is the inherent risk of travelling on separate tickets, so plan accordingly.
My tickets have different baggage allowances and/or I hold status with the subsequent airline. Which allowance will SQ honour?
Anecdotal reports suggest SQ will usually honour the higher allowance, if your onward flight is on SQ. If your onward flight is on a different airline, expect SQ to honour the allowance of your flight with them, along with any extra allowance your applicable status would get you on SQ (i.e. PPS/KFEG/*A/VS/VA Gold etc). Should you hold status that gets you extra allowance on the subsequent airline, but not SQ (e.g. oneworld Emerald, AC E35K, etc), don't expect SQ to honour it.
For example:
Ticket 1: SQ SIN-LHR Y, no status = 30kg
Ticket 2: AA LHR-ORD Y, OW Emerald = 3*23kg
Expect SQ to honour Ticket 1's baggage allowance
Official policy: https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/b...question-60958
Note that the requirement of having a single itinerary to transit through SIN is out of date
SQ - SQ
Yes, provided your connection is legal.
SQ - Other airlines
Yes, in most cases. As long as there's an interline agreement with the subsequent carrier(s), and your connection time is legal, SQ should check it through. There may be exceptions, such as where the connecting point cannot accept through-checked bags.
Scoot (TR) - SQ
No, Scoot will not tag your bag to an SQ flight if it's on a separate ticket.
Other airlines - SQ
Check with the airline that will be accepting your bag.
FAQ
How do I ask to be through-checked from SQ to another airline?
At the check-in desk, tell the agent you have an onward flight, and show a printout/screenshot of your e-ticket for the onward flight(s).
Will I receive my boarding pass(es) for the subsequent flight(s)?
Most likely. SQ has the capability of printing boarding passes for your subsequent flights, even on other airlines, but this doesn't always work.
Is SQ obligated to check me in across separate tickets?
No, especially if it's to another airline. It is, however, a courtesy offered by SQ at their discretion and is not guaranteed. There may be instances of inexperienced/unhelpful check-in staff, or unforeseen exceptions. You should always have a contingency plan in case you're refused. In other words, always meet the entry requirements for the destination on your first ticket, and leave sufficient time to clear arrival formalities and re-check your bag.
My bag was tagged by SQ to another airline, and now it's mishandled (delayed/lost/damaged). Which airline is responsible?
The final delivering carrier is always responsible, even if they're not at fault. This is true even if you're on separate tickets. You must file a report with the final carrier listed on your baggage claim stub.
I was through-checked by SQ, but missed my connection. Will SQ rebook my onward travel?
If it's SQ-SQ, they're usually proactive at rebooking you even on separate tickets. If it's to another carrier, you're at the mercy of that airline and your fare rules. This is the inherent risk of travelling on separate tickets, so plan accordingly.
My tickets have different baggage allowances and/or I hold status with the subsequent airline. Which allowance will SQ honour?
Anecdotal reports suggest SQ will usually honour the higher allowance, if your onward flight is on SQ. If your onward flight is on a different airline, expect SQ to honour the allowance of your flight with them, along with any extra allowance your applicable status would get you on SQ (i.e. PPS/KFEG/*A/VS/VA Gold etc). Should you hold status that gets you extra allowance on the subsequent airline, but not SQ (e.g. oneworld Emerald, AC E35K, etc), don't expect SQ to honour it.
For example:
Ticket 1: SQ SIN-LHR Y, no status = 30kg
Ticket 2: AA LHR-ORD Y, OW Emerald = 3*23kg
Expect SQ to honour Ticket 1's baggage allowance
Singapore policy on interlining on separate tickets
Mar 20, 2024, 9:07 pm
#183
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: SFO
Programs: UA Plat, Hyatt Globalist, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 119
Hi, apologies if this is the wrong thread for this question. If I have two separate tickets, BOM-SIN on SQ J, and SIN-SFO on UA Premium Economy
1) What baggage rules would apply? Given I have business on the first leg, would United take those "overweight" bags for free on the second leg? Or would I have to buy additional baggage separately?
2) Since both are Star Alliance, my bags should go all the way to SFO right?
3) Would I receive both boarding passes at BOM or would I have to re check-in at SIN?
Thank you!
1) What baggage rules would apply? Given I have business on the first leg, would United take those "overweight" bags for free on the second leg? Or would I have to buy additional baggage separately?
2) Since both are Star Alliance, my bags should go all the way to SFO right?
3) Would I receive both boarding passes at BOM or would I have to re check-in at SIN?
Thank you!
Mar 21, 2024, 6:54 am
#184
Join Date: Jun 2017
Posts: 2,280
Hi, apologies if this is the wrong thread for this question. If I have two separate tickets, BOM-SIN on SQ J, and SIN-SFO on UA Premium Economy
1) What baggage rules would apply? Given I have business on the first leg, would United take those "overweight" bags for free on the second leg? Or would I have to buy additional baggage separately?
2) Since both are Star Alliance, my bags should go all the way to SFO right?
3) Would I receive both boarding passes at BOM or would I have to re check-in at SIN?
Thank you!
1) What baggage rules would apply? Given I have business on the first leg, would United take those "overweight" bags for free on the second leg? Or would I have to buy additional baggage separately?
2) Since both are Star Alliance, my bags should go all the way to SFO right?
3) Would I receive both boarding passes at BOM or would I have to re check-in at SIN?
Thank you!
SQ agent might not check through if the weight exceeds UA allowance. Some might help and some might not.
Mar 22, 2024, 9:26 am
#185
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Houston
Programs: DL DM/2MM, UA Gold/1MM, AS MVP 100K, AA Gold
Posts: 1,424
This is the first time I’m attempting this and information on this thread has been valuable.
I’m on the SQ flight to MAN (arriving 915a) and have a separate ticket on LH (MAN-MUC-BEG) which leaves at 1055am. Based on the above, it looks like it’s possible to check my bags through (esp since both are *A) but wanted to check with the group esp since LH is T1 (vs SQ T2 @ MAN)
I’m on the SQ flight to MAN (arriving 915a) and have a separate ticket on LH (MAN-MUC-BEG) which leaves at 1055am. Based on the above, it looks like it’s possible to check my bags through (esp since both are *A) but wanted to check with the group esp since LH is T1 (vs SQ T2 @ MAN)
Mar 22, 2024, 10:08 am
#186
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: YVR, KUL
Programs: AC, MH, BA, AF-KL
Posts: 2,904
Hi, apologies if this is the wrong thread for this question. If I have two separate tickets, BOM-SIN on SQ J, and SIN-SFO on UA Premium Economy
1) What baggage rules would apply? Given I have business on the first leg, would United take those "overweight" bags for free on the second leg? Or would I have to buy additional baggage separately?
2) Since both are Star Alliance, my bags should go all the way to SFO right?
3) Would I receive both boarding passes at BOM or would I have to re check-in at SIN?
Thank you!
1) What baggage rules would apply? Given I have business on the first leg, would United take those "overweight" bags for free on the second leg? Or would I have to buy additional baggage separately?
2) Since both are Star Alliance, my bags should go all the way to SFO right?
3) Would I receive both boarding passes at BOM or would I have to re check-in at SIN?
Thank you!
2) *A is irrelevant in this case. SQ's practice is to check through to any interline partner.
3) From experience, SQ is quite good at printing onward boarding passes across separate tickets (i.e. they do a full through-check in, rather than just managing your bag tag separately). If they don't, it's easy enough to swing by the transfer desk at SIN.
Apr 22, 2024, 3:16 am
#187
Join Date: Apr 2024
Posts: 1
Sorry for asking this again, but I have this flight and I'm not sure what to do:
SQ 946 SIN - DPS departing at 17:50
Originally I was going to be in SIN, but travel plans changed and now I will be in HKG, and cannot cancel this flight, so I was looking to book anothe SQ flight (obviously it will be two different PNR)
SQ 875 HKG - SIN arriving at 16:20 with just one and half hour to transit (this combination is available if I search for the HKG - DPS)
I will be travelling with check in baggage, reading the wiki I assume that SQ will be able to through-check my baggage right?
So my biggest concern should be to be able to make the connection, is 90 minutes enough or should I look for SQ 899 arriving at 13:00?
Thanks!
SQ 946 SIN - DPS departing at 17:50
Originally I was going to be in SIN, but travel plans changed and now I will be in HKG, and cannot cancel this flight, so I was looking to book anothe SQ flight (obviously it will be two different PNR)
SQ 875 HKG - SIN arriving at 16:20 with just one and half hour to transit (this combination is available if I search for the HKG - DPS)
I will be travelling with check in baggage, reading the wiki I assume that SQ will be able to through-check my baggage right?
So my biggest concern should be to be able to make the connection, is 90 minutes enough or should I look for SQ 899 arriving at 13:00?
Thanks!
Apr 23, 2024, 5:24 am
#188
Join Date: May 2004
Location: SIN (LEJ once a year)
Programs: SQ, LH, BA, IHG Diamond AMB, HH Gold, SLH Indulged, Accor Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 7,739
Sorry for asking this again, but I have this flight and I'm not sure what to do:
SQ 946 SIN - DPS departing at 17:50
Originally I was going to be in SIN, but travel plans changed and now I will be in HKG, and cannot cancel this flight, so I was looking to book anothe SQ flight (obviously it will be two different PNR)
SQ 875 HKG - SIN arriving at 16:20 with just one and half hour to transit (this combination is available if I search for the HKG - DPS)
I will be travelling with check in baggage, reading the wiki I assume that SQ will be able to through-check my baggage right?
So my biggest concern should be to be able to make the connection, is 90 minutes enough or should I look for SQ 899 arriving at 13:00?
Thanks!
SQ 946 SIN - DPS departing at 17:50
Originally I was going to be in SIN, but travel plans changed and now I will be in HKG, and cannot cancel this flight, so I was looking to book anothe SQ flight (obviously it will be two different PNR)
SQ 875 HKG - SIN arriving at 16:20 with just one and half hour to transit (this combination is available if I search for the HKG - DPS)
I will be travelling with check in baggage, reading the wiki I assume that SQ will be able to through-check my baggage right?
So my biggest concern should be to be able to make the connection, is 90 minutes enough or should I look for SQ 899 arriving at 13:00?
Thanks!
Apr 24, 2024, 8:57 am
#189
Join Date: Jun 2017
Posts: 2,280
It is doable if the HKG flight is on time.
but weather might play a part. That the main concern.
know 2 persons who missed their connection flight at Changi last few days due to delay incoming flight from KLIA as weather affect flow rate at Changi.
but weather might play a part. That the main concern.
know 2 persons who missed their connection flight at Changi last few days due to delay incoming flight from KLIA as weather affect flow rate at Changi.