Skiplagging, also known as “hidden city ticketing,” is a travel hack where a passenger books a flight with a layover in their desired destination rather than booking a direct flight there. The idea is to buy a cheaper ticket to a farther destination and “skip” the final leg of the journey, disembarking at the layover city.
For example, if you want to fly from New York to Chicago, it might be cheaper to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles with a layover in Chicago. You would then exit the plane in Chicago and not continue to Los Angeles.
Key Points:
- Savings: Skiplagging can save money, as direct flights to popular destinations are often more expensive.
- Risks: Airlines typically don’t like this practice and may penalize passengers by canceling return flights, revoking frequent flyer miles, or even banning passengers from flying with the airline again.
- Baggage Issues: Since checked luggage is usually sent to the final destination, this strategy only works with carry-on bags.
While skiplagging can be a clever way to save on airfare, it’s essential to be aware of the potential risks and consequences.
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