May 7, 2022, 10:10 pm
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Thia is a archive thread, the active tread is UA Bag Interlining If Separate Tix with *A Partners (YES) & Non *A Partners (NO)
See Interline Baggage Agreements (single ticket) when there is a single ticket.
When a passenger has two separate tickets, United will though-check (interline) bags only when the second ticket is for UA or *A partner operated travel. Otherwise, UA may not interline the bags and you will need to recheck bags for the second ticket.
With two qualifying separate tickets, when checking bags thru, you will need to present flight information for both tickets at check-in. This includes the itinerary, PNR and eticket number.
Note: Interlining two UA tickets seems to be challenging for some agents. Allow extra time for bag check, just in case, and perhaps suggest contacting the Help Desk if the agent seems to be having issues.
Interlining UA-UA may not be allowed if one ticket is Basic Economy and does not allow free check bags.
Thread on UA-UA bag interlining
UA.com link
Some conditions when UA may not interlining with another carrier on a separate ticket
Exceptions to the non-partner interlining restriction on separate tickets for 1Ks/GSs have been reported. There still needs to be a regular bag interlining agreement in place.
Additionally, one report suggests that exception would apply also to *Gs and Full Fare J passengers
Whenever checking a bag between carriers (on a single or separate tickets), it is recommended to show your bag tag to each downline carrier at the transfer desk/gate to ensure the bag tag information has propagated to their system.
related thread: Overnight, long layover/connection check through baggage question (consolidated)
See Interline Baggage Agreements (single ticket) when there is a single ticket.
When a passenger has two separate tickets, United will though-check (interline) bags only when the second ticket is for UA or *A partner operated travel. Otherwise, UA may not interline the bags and you will need to recheck bags for the second ticket.
With two qualifying separate tickets, when checking bags thru, you will need to present flight information for both tickets at check-in. This includes the itinerary, PNR and eticket number.
Note: Interlining two UA tickets seems to be challenging for some agents. Allow extra time for bag check, just in case, and perhaps suggest contacting the Help Desk if the agent seems to be having issues.
Interlining UA-UA may not be allowed if one ticket is Basic Economy and does not allow free check bags.
Thread on UA-UA bag interlining
Effective for travel on and after March 1, 2015, when a customer has two separate tickets, United will though-check bags only when the secondary ticket is for travel on the following carriers:
* United and United Express
* Star Alliance partner airlines
With the new policy, a passenger’s baggage will be checked between the origin and destination points that are reflected on a single or conjunctive ticket.
If the traveler holds a second ticket on another airline beyond the destination of the first ticket, United will check the bag to the destination on the first ticket(s). In such situations, the traveler must collect their baggage on arrival at their first ticketed destination, and then re-check baggage with the next carrier for their continuing flight(s).
* United and United Express
* Star Alliance partner airlines
With the new policy, a passenger’s baggage will be checked between the origin and destination points that are reflected on a single or conjunctive ticket.
If the traveler holds a second ticket on another airline beyond the destination of the first ticket, United will check the bag to the destination on the first ticket(s). In such situations, the traveler must collect their baggage on arrival at their first ticketed destination, and then re-check baggage with the next carrier for their continuing flight(s).
If you have a separate ticket on another carrier, you must claim bags at the destination of the first ticketed itinerary and check bags with the other carrier to the final destination. Baggage can be checked through to the final destination if the separate ticketed itinerary includes Star Alliance member airline-operated flights.
- The carrier is not a *A partner
- the connection is overnight
- the connection is less than MCT
- Traveling internationally and connecting to a domestic flight within your destination country
- If the UA ticket is Basic Economy No more "through checking" / interlining of bags when connecting from BE
Exceptions to the non-partner interlining restriction on separate tickets for 1Ks/GSs have been reported. There still needs to be a regular bag interlining agreement in place.
Additionally, one report suggests that exception would apply also to *Gs and Full Fare J passengers
Whenever checking a bag between carriers (on a single or separate tickets), it is recommended to show your bag tag to each downline carrier at the transfer desk/gate to ensure the bag tag information has propagated to their system.
related thread: Overnight, long layover/connection check through baggage question (consolidated)
UA Bag Interlining If Separate Tix w/ *A Partners (YES) & Non-Partners (NO) {Archive}
Nov 9, 2018, 12:57 pm
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Thanks! Very helpful.
And if the agent WAS unfamiliar with the process... Then what?
And if the agent WAS unfamiliar with the process... Then what?
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Nov 9, 2018, 2:55 pm
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Nov 10, 2018, 8:15 am
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I have done this many times at STL without a problem. You may have to tell them how to do it (see last few posts of other thread).
Nov 11, 2018, 10:50 am
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And while we are on the subject... what's the recommendation for bag checking? I can check the bag all the way through but then there's that pesky 6 hour wait. Bags get set aside and misplaced? Maybe I should pick them up and check them in a SQ myself? I wonder what time SQ opens for check in? 2:00 for a 7:10 departure?
Moderator note: Poster is traveling a separate domestic ticket, then departing IAH-MAN on SQ
Moderator note: Poster is traveling a separate domestic ticket, then departing IAH-MAN on SQ
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Nov 11, 2018, 10:58 am
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Actually, if it’s not booked on one ticket, you likely will not be able to check the baggage through.
You will need to pick it up at IAH, lug it to SQ check-in and recheck it.
You will need to pick it up at IAH, lug it to SQ check-in and recheck it.
Nov 11, 2018, 11:01 am
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And while we are on the subject... what's the recommendation for bag checking? I can check the bag all the way through but then there's that pesky 6 hour wait. Bags get set aside and misplaced? Maybe I should pick them up and check them in a SQ myself? I wonder what time SQ opens for check in? 2:00 for a 7:10 departure?
But I usually do have a change of clothes in my carry on luggage. For if....
Since both flights are on Star Alliance, they should be able to check your luggage all the way but it does take some additional time so don't show up at the airport at the last minute.
Nov 11, 2018, 11:11 am
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Check your luggage all the way. You don't want to waste time waiting for your luggage and then rechecking it. That would also mean that you have to go through security again. You are better off enjoying more time in the Polaris Lounge. And then if the weather is really bad and your first flight is delayed you would be worried about having to deal with your checked bag.
But I usually do have a change of clothes in my carry on luggage. For if....
Since both flights are on Star Alliance, they should be able to check your luggage all the way but it does take some additional time so don't show up at the airport at the last minute.
But I usually do have a change of clothes in my carry on luggage. For if....
Since both flights are on Star Alliance, they should be able to check your luggage all the way but it does take some additional time so don't show up at the airport at the last minute.
Nov 11, 2018, 11:17 am
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The other problem with having to pick up your bags and recheck is that OP will have to sit landside and wait until SQ check-in opens, which is probably 3 to 3 1/2 hours prior to flight time.
By all means ask the STL agents to check you all the way through. I'm also on the side of taking the earlier flight rather than risking a connection on separate tickets. The consequences of missing the connection could very likely be huge.
Not at all.
Nov 11, 2018, 11:33 am
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I wouldn't worry about this. You may be able to track your bags via the UA app, in case you need peace of mind. BTW, do you have status with UA? Will you be flying the STL-IAH segment in UA F or in economy? The baggage limits may be different. Not sure if UA will accommodate SQ J liberal limits if the STL-IAH is in economy.
Nov 11, 2018, 12:18 pm
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And while we are on the subject... what's the recommendation for bag checking? I can check the bag all the way through but then there's that pesky 6 hour wait. Bags get set aside and misplaced? Maybe I should pick them up and check them in a SQ myself? I wonder what time SQ opens for check in? 2:00 for a 7:10 departure?
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No problem interlining basg from UA to *A partner as long as the conditions in the wiki are meet. Should be an issue in this case but allow 10-15 minutes extra check-in
Nov 13, 2018, 12:57 am
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On a multi-PNR flew UA to SFO in Y then SQ to Singapore and finally Australia in J. UA*S and SQ*G. Had an 8h layover.
Bag was tagged to final destination without much trouble.
SQ received a damaged bag from UA. An agent before checkin (handling company, not SQ representative showed me a photo of my luggage with its lock broken, wrapped in UA, not TSA or CATSA or Customs tape). Obviously didn’t check it in like this.
Who do I file the damaged bag claim with at my final destination... UA or SQ?
Bag was tagged to final destination without much trouble.
SQ received a damaged bag from UA. An agent before checkin (handling company, not SQ representative showed me a photo of my luggage with its lock broken, wrapped in UA, not TSA or CATSA or Customs tape). Obviously didn’t check it in like this.
Who do I file the damaged bag claim with at my final destination... UA or SQ?
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Nov 13, 2018, 6:51 am
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Nov 13, 2018, 12:43 pm
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Nov 13, 2018, 1:23 pm
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Yes. An interline baggage agreement doesn't say anything about single vs. multiple tickets. As soon as SQ accepted the bag from UA, they were on the hook for baggage resolution.
Given the evidence in your possession, you might be able to get UA to help you out if SQ refuses, but in my opinion you're overthinking matters. Let SQ deal with UA.
Given the evidence in your possession, you might be able to get UA to help you out if SQ refuses, but in my opinion you're overthinking matters. Let SQ deal with UA.