On Monday (Aug 25), Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that it will be introducing several “key enhancements” to its frequent flyer programme, KrisFlyer.
Among the changes is an adjustment in miles redemption and upgrade award charts across Singapore Airlines, Star Alliance airlines and partner airlines’ flights, starting from Nov 1.
Significantly, more miles will be required to redeem tickets and upgrade seats on certain flights, namely to and from Europe, the United States, Africa, the Middle East and Turkey.
Saver award redemptions for flights to and from Europe and the United States (Zones 11 to 13) will rise by 5 per cent across all cabin classes, while for travel to and from Africa, the Middle East and Turkey (Zone 10), increases will range from 10 to 20 per cent.
Advantage award rates across all zones and cabin classes – except Economy Advantage in Zone 10 – will also increase by 10 to 15 per cent. For Zone 10, Economy Advantage rates will go up by 5 per cent, Business Advantage by 18 per cent and First Advantage by 15 per cent.
On the other hand, Economy Saver award rates for Zones 1 to 9, which include Asia and the South West Pacific, will decrease by 5 per cent. However, Business and First/Suites Saver awards for the same zones will see a 5 per cent increase.
Current redemption rates will continue to apply for bookings confirmed and ticketed by Oct 31.
Nov 1 will also see SIA launching a new redemption option called Access, which lets KrisFlyer members use their miles to secure confirmed seats on their preferred flights.
Do note that mile requirements will differ based on the demand for seats and timing.
