Questions tagged [air-travel]
A form of travel in vehicles such as airplanes, helicopters, air balloons and so on.
4,914
questions
0
votes
3
answers
425
views
Is it ever harmful to bring my second passport as a precaution?
I am a dual citizen of Hong Kong and the Philippines, and I am traveling from Hong Kong to Japan. Japan does not require visas for Hong Kong passport holders, so I used my Hong Kong passport to buy a ...
- 243
4
votes
1
answer
168
views
What service recovery packages can be picked up at the self-service transfer kiosks at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
I read on https://www.cheapflights.co.uk/news/self-service-transfer-kiosks-at-schiphol-airport (mirror), which explains the self-service transfer kiosks at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS):
There ...
- 51.9k
0
votes
1
answer
228
views
How can one view the rules for going through the security checkpoint at a given airport?
For example, sometimes airport security allows passengers to keep their water bottle even though it's over 100mL or keep their shoes on, while sometimes they do not. I would like to know the rules ...
- 51.9k
6
votes
1
answer
1k
views
Leaving airport while in transit in Australia
I have a 12 hour layover in Australia and am trying to find information about whether it's possible to leave the airport during this time (on an Irish passport.)
I've found this information :
...
- 236
2
votes
1
answer
1k
views
Do I need a return ticket to travel to the US on F-1 visa?
I'm traveling to the US from Norway on F-1 visa. I just received this generic e-mail from the Airline.
If you are a non-US citizen or resident flying to the US, you must be
able to provide proof of a ...
- 21
-2
votes
2
answers
158
views
Flight search engine that displays prices including 1 checked bag
I'm looking for a flight search engine that displays flight ticket prices including 1 checked bag. I tried Kiwi and Skyscanner but they sometimes (always?) display flight ticket prices without ...
- 51.9k
0
votes
1
answer
434
views
If a friend is willing to support my visit, can I use their details in a Canadan visa application?
I have been friends with someone in Canada for years. Can I use their statements and other details in my visa application as long as that person is willing to support me?
- 431
9
votes
2
answers
2k
views
Why are some flight ticket deals localized?
Skyscanner mentions:
Selecting the country you’re in will give you local deals and information.
I confirmed that the choice of the user location does impact the number of flight ticket deals that ...
- 51.9k
4
votes
1
answer
176
views
Why does the chosen user location impact the number of flights that Skyscanner returns?
I've noticed that the flight list that Skyscanner returns after a search depends on the chosen location (but not the currency, it seems). For example, in one of my searches, Skyscanner returned around ...
- 51.9k
9
votes
1
answer
2k
views
How can I know if a flight I'm going to take had its number changed due to a previous accident
I know that airlines do change the flight-number after fatal accidents (as discussed in this question on aviation stack exchange) and it seems to makes sense because most people would not want to take ...
- 4,584
3
votes
2
answers
819
views
Responsibility in a multi legged flight itinerary involving multiple airlines
Consider a multi legged flight itinerary issued by Airlines A, and the itinerary involves Airlines A and B. Now consider B cancels the flight due to pilot or crew shortage, and the next flight by ...
- 161
1
vote
0
answers
171
views
Is the free cancellation within 5 hours still free if using the "Basic Option" with eDreams?
I am looking at some ticket on eDreams. It mentions a free cancellation within 5 hours:
But it mentions a 25 GBP fee if using the free "Basic Option" in case of any cancellation:
so I'm ...
- 51.9k
8
votes
1
answer
1k
views
What does the "Cancelled recovery" status mean?
I noticed a flight with the status "Cancelled recovery" on the Spokane airport website. What does that mean?
I saw that the flight got diverted back to its original departure airport, but I ...
- 51.9k
2
votes
2
answers
923
views
Is it safe to keep the outer pockets of checked-in baggage unlocked?
I have a big travel bag which I will use as checked-in baggage. It has pockets with zipper. I don't plan to put anything in them and thinking to just leave them unlocked. Would that be safe?
Am I ...
- 37
1
vote
1
answer
69
views
Transit Visa for flight connecting through Narita/Japan airport [duplicate]
Vietnamese passport with US green Card. Flying to Vietnam on February 2023. Do I need a transit visa if my layover is 2 hour at the NARITA/Japan Airport
- 11
1
vote
1
answer
225
views
What's the deadline to request a ticket refund with KLM?
KLM airline offers fully refundable tickets ("Flex"):
What's the exact deadline to request a ticket refund with KLM?
Below is what I could find in the ticket policy (clicking on "Show ...
- 51.9k
1
vote
1
answer
193
views
Can I take a laptop, an iPad and a phone on flight from Europe the JFK?
I have flight from Oslo to New York, can I take a laptop, iPad (with Apple pencil) and my personal phone in hand luggage?
I remember reading some news that now international flights to the US don't ...
- 13
0
votes
1
answer
222
views
Can logging into institute's student portal be considered as student ID
I am going to be flying back to my hometown during my holidays, but the issue is that my Aadhaar card is not updated, i.e., it is not linked with any phone number. In this scenario, I was suggested to ...
2
votes
1
answer
158
views
Airline asked additional question about compensation for a cancelled flight
Here's the story. I had a short and sweet flight from Toulouse (France) to Amsterdam. I had planned my day based on when I leave Toulouse and arrive Amsterdam. KLM cancelled the flight and offered me ...
- 417
0
votes
2
answers
503
views
Connecting at EWR from Terminal C (UA domestic) to B (International departure SQ)
I'm flying on UA, connecting at EWR to an outboard international flight on SQ.
I should be arriving at Terminal C/UA and transferring to Terminal B for international departure for SQ?
Is 2hr 30mins ...
- 1
9
votes
2
answers
2k
views
What's the upside(s) of paying for a fare lock on a fully refundable flight ticket, if any?
E.g., KLM airline offers a fare lock for a fully refundable ticket (fully refundable till flight boarding):
Text:
Need some time to think? No problem: you can lock this fare now and pay later. The ...
- 51.9k
6
votes
1
answer
198
views
Three hour connection in Frankfurt
I am thinking on a trip from Málaga to Holguín. The fastest and cheapest way seems with Lufthansa and Condor, with a connection in Frankfurt (see this question for details). This itinerary cannot be ...
- 378
3
votes
1
answer
397
views
What type of Journey/trip is this based on the fares
I'm trying to price a round trip in ita matrix between destinations A - C. Everything is ok. it came up with 2 fare components as it should be but the way the fare components expressed do not look ...
- 43
1
vote
0
answers
246
views
Should I apply for a new ESTA if I changed my employment status?
I am planning to travel to the United States in two days to visit my girlfriend. I have visited the United States four times before and I still have a valid ESTA. The issue is that when I applied for ...
- 11
1
vote
1
answer
120
views
Are multi-carrier flights booked with Virtual Interlining services like Kiwi.com or GoToGate better for the environment than regular flights or worse?
I have used both Kiwi.com and GoToGate to fly from the UK to India with multiple flights (4) on multiple carriers - it does work, and is cheaper than a regular flight with a single carrier, though ...
- 291
0
votes
1
answer
216
views
What personal details are passengers required to provide for travel to or via the United States?
I read on the KLM website, while booking a flight:
For travel to or via United States, all passengers need to provide various personal details (such as date of birth) to the authorities.
What ...
- 51.9k
2
votes
0
answers
40
views
Flight delay Info [duplicate]
Flight LS765, 21/02/2022.
Manchester to Malta
This flight was originally delayed due to weather in Malta but then the new flight time was delayed due to a problem with the plane, we changed planes and ...
- 21
18
votes
10
answers
8k
views
How to pack a desktop PC for overseas travel?
I am moving overseas and I would like to put clothes in my PC to help the parts not move and be safe. I am worried about static electricity. I was wondering if anti-static bags will help and you said ...
- 189
6
votes
1
answer
434
views
Nepal internal flight prices based on passengers nationality
I'm planning my travel to Nepal for this Christmas holidays.
I'd like to book a ticket for an internal flight so I jumped on some local airlines websites.
I found out that is a common policy to ...
- 1,308
1
vote
1
answer
209
views
Did the airport or the airline misplace the aircraft?
My flight was delayed today because it did not arrive at the gate on time. Once we boarded the pilot apologized for the delay as the aircraft was misplaced at the airport. I suspect it was at the ...
- 121
0
votes
1
answer
119
views
Can I check-in even though my e-visa will arrive an hour after boarding? (for Vietnam transit)
I am travelling from Korea to India with one self-transfer stop at Vietnam and just found out I needed a Viet e-visa for this. I applied for an emergency e-visa and it says it will be available 1 hour ...
- 1
14
votes
2
answers
5k
views
Why do some airports shuffle connecting passengers through security again
This appears to be a duplicate of Why does connecting flight need a security check at connection airport? but the accepted answer IMO simply doesn't apply to my specific example.
In many "good&...
- 90.2k
2
votes
1
answer
114
views
Huge delay with processing compensation for damaged luggage
Over 4 months ago I had a multi-flight trip offered by Qatar, with the last stage operated by LATAM. Receiving my luggage, I noticed that my suitcase had a broken handle. I immediately filed a ...
2
votes
0
answers
103
views
Why does AGP-FRA-HOG not appear in flight searches? [duplicate]
I want to travel from Málaga, Spain (AGP) to Holguín, Cuba (HOG) around January or February 2023 (this is a follow-up of this question). Both Google Flights and ITA Matrix offer combinations with ...
- 378
7
votes
4
answers
5k
views
When booking a flight when the clock is set back by one hour due to the daylight saving time, how can I know when the plane is scheduled to depart?
E.g., in the US, PT time zone, on Sunday, November 6, 2022, 2:00:00 am PT, the clock was reset to Sunday, November 6, 2022, 1:00:00 am PT. If I book a plane scheduled to depart on November 6, 2022, 1:...
- 51.9k
-2
votes
1
answer
209
views
Can non-Eu passport holder use mobile boarding pass to travel between Schengen countries? [duplicate]
Like Spain to Italy something because that's no border between
- 1
2
votes
0
answers
94
views
Bag tag information after name
I traveled recently with SN Brussels Airlines. On my bag tag after my LAST NAME/GIVEN NAME (cut after 4 characters) then +011/12 on the way out and +011/19 on the way back. What does these numbers ...
5
votes
1
answer
214
views
Can I claim compensation for flight delay under EU Reg 261? Airline claims cause is event outside of their control
A family member recently flew Air Canada from Venice to Los Angeles via Montreal. (If it matters, they're an EU citizen)
Due to a 3:32h delay of the original flight (VCE-YUL), they missed the ...
- 51
0
votes
1
answer
3k
views
How do I change payment currency on American Airlines
I was trying to book a flight on American Airlines using my American credit card paying in dollars. However, the website insists on showing me the prices in pounds and I can't switch my residence ...
- 1,055
0
votes
1
answer
94
views
Delayed luggage compensation
What is the compensation for delayed luggage when flying with Emirates?
We flew from Zurich to Dubai with Emirates, Dubai to Melbourne with Emirates and the last leg from Melbourne to Auckland with ...
- 221
0
votes
0
answers
56
views
How to travel with a minor when you're not their parent (returning to residence country)?
A few years ago, I made the question. This focused on going out. However, I have doubts when returning to home country.
I will be flying with a family member, who is a minor. I know I need a written ...
- 31.7k
2
votes
0
answers
56
views
Traveling outside Luxembourg with a type D visa
I applied for a type D visa to work in Luxembourg.
My type D visa is still valid for 3 months but the provisional work permit expired before I entered Luxembourg.
Can I travel to Schengen areas now ...
- 21
6
votes
1
answer
3k
views
How can I travel to India without passport? Passport is being held at embassy in Madrid
I am an Indian national residing in Spain. The situation is I don't have my passport because it's at the embassy for another trip I was planning and I don't know if I will get it returned on time as ...
0
votes
1
answer
181
views
Size of checked in bag on Kuwait Airways?
The website for Kuwait Airways says the following and I find it confusing: https://www.kuwaitairways.com/en/is/free-baggage
ECONOMY
DIMENSIONS FOR NORMAL CHECKIN
Length: 90cm, width 65cm, ht 75cm
...
0
votes
1
answer
89
views
Do I need to recheck my baggage when transiting in AMS
I am travelling from USA to INDIA through AMS, do I need to check in my luggage at AMS again?
It was a single reservation, I got my whole ticket together.
- 1
2
votes
2
answers
224
views
Booking plane ticket with EU, ID card or passport?
When flying to the EU from a non-EU country should I use for the booking my EU ID card or passport? Could there be a problem when checking in on the airport with EU ID card only? Example: Flying from ...
- 139
0
votes
1
answer
146
views
Is it possible to get a refund or reschedule a flight booked with MyTrip.com? [closed]
I believe this company is entirely deceptive, run by individuals in India who don't have a firm grasp of English, making it nearly impossible to comprehend the individuals who answer their calls.
I ...
5
votes
2
answers
330
views
Thessaloniki to Seattle for August 2023
I am hoping someone can explain this to me. I am looking for a 1-stop flight from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Seattle (SEA) for August 2023. All the options that I am getting on Google Flights (or any other ...
- 153
2
votes
1
answer
250
views
Can I bring alcohol free beer (<0.5% ABV) into Louisiana from The Netherlands?
I am trying to figure out if I can take non alcoholic beer with me to my family in Louisiana. I could only find this Louisiana State Legislature article which mentions:
"Alcoholic beverage" ...
- 3,585
3
votes
4
answers
1k
views
Is 2 hours enough time for transfer from Domestic flight (T4) to International flight (T2) leaving Melbourne Tullamarine bought on seperate tickets?
I have a flight from Cairns to Melbourne early in the morning with a tentative arrival time of 10:55 AM in Melbourne Tullamarine T4. I booked a separate ticket flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to ...
- 33