How Do Airlines Combat Skiplagging?

Simple Flying

By Giacomo Amati

Published Nov 26, 2023

Skiplagging can cost airlines millions a year. Therefore, they are going the extra mile to try and prevent this travel hack.

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Skiplagging is a practice where travelers book flights to a layover city that is actually their intended destination and then ditch the second leg of the journey.
Airlines are cracking down on skiplagging because it can cause them to lose millions of dollars annually.
Skiplaggers can face consequences such as being banned from flying with certain airlines, losing their frequent flyer status, or even being sued by airlines. Airlines also invest in IT infrastructure to identify skiplaggers and prevent this practice.