{"id":182832,"date":"2026-05-31T12:10:08","date_gmt":"2026-05-31T12:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=182832\/"},"modified":"2026-05-31T12:10:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T12:10:08","slug":"singapore-stopover-award-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/singapore-stopover-award-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Book a Free Stopover Using Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Miles"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the only way to book an award in the enviable Singapore Suites First Class<\/a>. But that's far from the program's only sweet spot.<\/p>\n

KrisFlyer miles can also unlock stopovers on award tickets, allowing you to visit an additional destination without redeeming extra miles in some cases. Combined with KrisFlyer's extensive transfer-partner network and access to Star Alliance airlines, this can be a valuable way to stretch your rewards further.<\/p>\n

In this guide, we'll explain how KrisFlyer stopovers work, the rules that govern them, and how to book one on your next award ticket.<\/p>\n

Overview of the Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Program<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you're unfamiliar with Singapore KrisFlyer, you should take some time to familiarize yourself with the frequent flyer program. As a member of the Star Alliance, you can use KrisFlyer miles not only for Singapore Airlines flights but also for tickets with its swath of partners.<\/p>\n

Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer award charts<\/span><\/h3>\n

Singapore Airlines publishes one award chart for its own flights and separate award charts for Star Alliance and other partner airlines.<\/p>\n

It's critical to keep in mind which chart applies to the award you wish to book. If your itinerary includes Star Alliance partner flights \u2014 including itineraries that combine Singapore Airlines and Star Alliance partners \u2014 the Star Alliance award chart<\/a> (caution: PDF link) applies. Other partner awards are generally ticketed separately and follow their own rules.<\/p>\n

Note that the Start Alliance award chart shows prices for round-trip tickets, but you can book a one-way award for half the cost.<\/p>\n

The award chart for Singapore Airlines flights<\/a> (caution: PDF link) features three award levels \u2014 Saver, Advantage, and Access. Saver awards are cheaper than Advantage awards\u00a0and much cheaper than Access awards \u2014 Singapore\u2019s newer, higher-priced redemption option<\/a> that can make additional seats available when Saver or Advantage awards are not available.<\/p>\n

What Is a Stopover?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A stopover refers to a planned break in your journey that exceeds the maximum connection time normally allowed on an itinerary. While domestic connection limits vary, most international itineraries consider any layover longer than 24 hours a stopover.<\/p>\n

For example, instead of connecting briefly in Munich on the way from New York to Istanbul, you could spend a few days there before continuing to Istanbul on the same ticket. Some airline loyalty programs even allow this without charging additional miles.<\/p>\n

Related:\u00a0What Is the Difference Between a Layover and a Stopover?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Singapore Airlines Stopover Rules<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you're considering redeeming KrisFlyer miles and adding a stopover, here are the rules to know:<\/p>\n