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Passengers can now book journeys between Singapore and the United States on one ticket with onward access to Southwest Airlines' network.
An image of the tails of Singapore Airlines and Southwest Airlines (right) aircraft. Both carriers have partnered to offer international travellers single-ticket journeys to and from the United States, connecting to places where the airlines fly. (Photo: Facebook/Southwest Airlines)
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09 Jun 2026 12:27PM
(Updated: 09 Jun 2026 09:26PM)
SINGAPORE: International travellers can now connect between Changi Airport and nearly 120 airports in the American carrier Southwest Airlines' network, as part of its new interline partnership with Singapore Airlines (SIA).
The deal offers travellers single-ticket journeys to and from the United States, connecting to places where both carriers fly.
SIA passengers will have access to Southwest Airlines' destinations via three airports in the US. They are:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
The US carrier said in a press release on Monday (Jun 8): "In those shared gateway airports, international travellers can now seamlessly connect to nearly 120 airports in the Southwest network."
Travellers may book combined Singapore Airlines and Southwest Airlines itineraries through SIA as well as travel agents and websites.
An interline partnership is an arrangement that lets travellers book flights on two or more airlines on a single ticket instead of booking each leg of the trip separately.
They just have to check in once for all the flights on the itinerary, while their baggage are transferred through to the final destination without them having to collect and check in at connection points.
In response to CNA's queries, SIA said that its interline partnership with Southwest does not include reciprocal frequent flyer programme benefits.
"KrisFlyer members will not be able to accrue or redeem miles on Southwest Airlines-operated flights under this arrangement," the airline said.
SIA added that it continually explores opportunities to deepen cooperation with partners where there are mutual benefits for both airlines and their customers.
SIA is Southwest Airlines' eighth interline partner, with others including All Nippon Airways, China Airlines, EVA Air, Philippine Airlines and Turkish Airlines.
The partnership is expected to benefit passengers taking long-haul flights via SIA from Singapore and Asia to domestic destinations within the US.
Read the full article at Channel NewsAsia (CNA) →📄Source document: Southwest Airlines media statement
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The Straits TimesParty-aligned🔒Center12 days agoSingapore Airlines (SIA) has formed a partnership with Southwest Airlines to allow passengers to travel to more U.S. cities on a single ticket. The collaboration enables travelers to connect via Los Angeles, Seattle, and San Francisco, offering access to nearly 120 U.S. destinations. Tickets will be available through SIA's website, mobile app, travel agents, and online travel platforms. SIA joins other international carriers like China Airlines and Turkish Airlines in partnering with Southwest.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about an airline partnership without taking a stance or using biased language. It focuses on logistical details such as flight routes, ticket availability, and the involvement of other airlines, without any ideological or political framing.
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- organisation Southwest Airlines media statement
Channel NewsAsia (CNA)Party-alignedCenter12 days agoSingapore Airlines has formed an interline partnership with Southwest Airlines, allowing passengers to book single tickets for travel between Singapore and the United States, with onward connections to nearly 120 U.S. destinations. The partnership enables travelers to connect through Los Angeles, Seattle-Tacoma, and San Francisco airports.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a business partnership between two airlines without taking a stance or using biased language. It provides factual information about the agreement and its benefits for travelers.
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