Qantas SYD&MEL to SIN $510 ret ($410 through .br site)

[anat0l]

Best of luck at some of the world's airports (even in my recent experience). And your information is NOT what Qantas states on their E-Tickets.

Definitely I still keep paper printouts of itineraries with confirmation IDs and e-tix information (where I can) for most of my international trips.

As stated, for some countries, you need them as a proof you are a passenger to get into the terminal. Philippines particularly comes to mind, and I definitely know that they won't accept looking at your smartphone screen. Also, one time I was boarding a flight in Munich and I was stopped on the way to the boarding shuttle by an official. I was asked to show my ongoing flight proof from the UK (where I was travelling to on this flight). So out I whipped my VS confirmation printout.

In summary, whilst off topic, I've been through enough incidents to know that I'm not ready to stop bringing paper printouts with me unless it's a wholly domestic trip.

If you want to get the e-ticket number and other info, one way to do it is to enter the Qantas reference in Amadeus' checkmytrip.com

 

[Ansett]

Definitely I still keep paper printouts of itineraries with confirmation IDs and e-tix information (where I can) for most of my international trips.

As stated, for some countries, you need them as a proof you are a passenger to get into the terminal. Philippines particularly comes to mind, and I definitely know that they won't accept looking at your smartphone screen. Also, one time I was boarding a flight in Munich and I was stopped on the way to the boarding shuttle by an official. I was asked to show my ongoing flight proof from the UK (where I was travelling to on this flight). So out I whipped my VS confirmation printout.

In summary, whilst off topic, I've been through enough incidents to know that I'm not ready to stop bringing paper printouts with me unless it's a wholly domestic trip.

If you want to get the e-ticket number and other info, one way to do it is to enter the Qantas reference in Amadeus' checkmytrip.com

I always have a print out of receipt and itinerary with me howver on a few occasions when traveling to Singapore all I have ever needed was my passport and QFF card

 

[Inver]

As stated, for some countries, you need them as a proof you are a passenger to get into the terminal. Philippines particularly comes to mind, and I definitely know that they won't accept looking at your smartphone screen.

Yes it is preferred to have a paper printout but specifically in the Philippines I disagree with your comment I have on 2 occasions used the itinerary on my smartphone to gain entry to Manila airport. YMMV.

 

[anat0l]

Yes it is preferred to have a paper printout but specifically in the Philippines I disagree with your comment I have on 2 occasions used the itinerary on my smartphone to gain entry to Manila airport. YMMV.

Indeed it must be. Last time I flew out of MNL I know this was not the case (saw a couple of pax rejected by the security; one decided to argue).

I flew out of CRK the last time I went to Philippines, and they had a similar strictness going. Not saying times have changed, but as you say, YMMV. I like not to take the chance.

Another example was checking in at BNE D for BNE-SYD-BKK-LHR-FRA (this was 2009). At check-in I was asked for evidence that I had onward travel from FRA. Although I had printed my train ticket (it could've just as well been a flight confirmation), a bit of small talk confirmed they would've not accepted an electronic version.

I know people have been trying to show iPhones/iPad screens showing their email, or even TripIt info, and it can work but at the moment it's not consistent enough across the world to be completely reliable. Immigration and customs, I find, are even more strict in this regard (especially since use of communication devices in customs areas in many countries around the world is, by law, prohibited).

 

[Austman]

... and IME it's not just the Philippines. And if YMMV, then why take a chance when the actual Qantas E-Ticket information says not to?

 

[dajop]

II know people have been trying to show iPhones/iPad screens showing their email, or even TripIt info, and it can work but at the moment it's not consistent enough across the world to be completely reliable. Immigration and customs, I find, are even more strict in this regard (especially since use of communication devices in customs areas in many countries around the world is, by law, prohibited).

Of course this is the case, emails/screens/trip it info etc are easily faked, whereas printouts are virtually fraud-proof because it is so hard to make up a fake itinerary. This is the irony that seems to escape those who make the rules. I've seen variability in Philippines and Indonesia on accepting electronic versions (on airport entry), more lenient on foreigners, but India are very strict in this regard. Paper ticket or go away.

Once in the middle of the US connecting through to SIN, I was asked for proof of onward journey from SIN, and they couldn't comprehend that my employment pass meant that I was permitted to live in Singapore and didn't need an onward journey. It was resolved after several attempts to look up info and a call, but it took >20 mins. Just in case this happens again, when there, I usually carry a fake onward journey using a previous itinerary that I have altered.

On the other hand I never travel with a printed itinerary between Singapore and Australia - ever. Given I don't require an itinerary to enter the airports, and the travel is between the place I live and the place I where I hold a passport - unnecessary. In fact anyone holding a return ticket from Australia-SIN doesn't really need a printed itinerary, although if booked as two one-way tickets, it's important to carry a printed copy of the return sector(s).

But of course there is no quality control or standard format of these printed itineraries, they just have to have passenger name(s), flight details, ticket number and maybe reservation code.

 

[Lahi]

If you want to get the e-ticket number and other info, one way to do it is to enter the Qantas reference in Amadeus' checkmytrip.com

Thanks. I was looking for the GDS!

 

[Austman]

Once in the middle of the US connecting through to SIN, I was asked for proof of onward journey from SIN, and they couldn't comprehend that my employment pass meant that I was permitted to live in Singapore and didn't need an onward journey. It was resolved after several attempts to look up info and a call, but it took >20 mins.

For this and for many other reasons it's wise to have a genuine printout of your E-Tickets (or at least the bookings). I've needed them even in SIN at least 4 times in the past couple of years. Admittedly, none of those times were on full service carrier, point-to-point, "simple" bookings SIN to Australia (so far ...).

 

[dajop]

For this and for many other reasons it's wise to have a genuine printout of your E-Tickets (or at least the bookings). I've needed them even in SIN at least 4 times in the past couple of years. Admittedly, none of those times were on full service carrier, point-to-point, "simple" bookings SIN to Australia (so far ...).

I don't want to advocate fraud, but to be honest, there is no reason for them to be genuine, I've NEVER had anyone check a paper itinerary in a computer system. I've also known people booking 1 ways who haven't decided on when/how they will return, carry a print out of dummy bookings as well. Which sort of highlights the folly of it all!

 

[Aussie_flyer]

I don't want to advocate fraud, but to be honest, there is no reason for them to be genuine, I've NEVER had anyone check a paper itinerary in a computer system. I've also known people booking 1 ways who haven't decided on when/how they will return, carry a print out of dummy bookings as well. Which sort of highlights the folly of it all!

I've carried a dummy booking (itinerary not yet ticketed) for check-in agents in NZ for a flight to Thailand as they are very cough there about confirming onward travel out of Thailand to satisfy the visa free entry there. Not once in my over 100 entries through Thai immigration has anyone asked me for proof of onward travel.

 

[Austman]

I don't want to advocate fraud, but to be honest, there is no reason for them to be genuine, I've NEVER had anyone check a paper itinerary in a computer system. I've also known people booking 1 ways who haven't decided on when/how they will return, carry a print out of dummy bookings as well. Which sort of highlights the folly of it all!

I was also trying to say that a genuine printout has been also been requested (even at SIN) - by various people so that they could do their job in my genuine (not dummy) travel arrangements. It's not only security staff that want to see it.

 

[Flashback]

If you ever fly out of CKY or ROB you'll definitely need a printout to enter the airport! They won't accept anything less...

 

[Programme]

Putting this question out there in case anyone knows the answer -

If, hypothetically, a group of three people booked three identical itinearies on Expedia.br but separately (separate bookings, paid separately etc). Would it be then possible to link the bookings so they would hopefully be seated together?

Or would the only way be to wait until OLCI opens 24hrs before departure and try to check in three people at the same time and select seats then?

No status so no seat selection available AFAIK.

 

[Austman]

Putting this question out there in case anyone knows the answer -

If, hypothetically, a group of three people booked three identical itinearies on Expedia.br but separately (separate bookings, paid separately etc). Would it be then possible to link the bookings so they would hopefully be seated together?

Or would the only way be to wait until OLCI opens 24hrs before departure and try to check in three people at the same time and select seats then?

No status so no seat selection available AFAIK.

If the bookings involve QF then they can be linked (for the QF flights). I know, because I've done it for separate bookings.

 

[Programme]

If the bookings involve QF then they can be linked (for the QF flights). I know, because I've done it for separate bookings.

Thanks for the reply. Yes, the (not yet made) bookings would be on QF exclusively.

Did you get that be done by calling QF with the three different booking references? Would like to avoid trying to speak Portuguese to an Expedia call centre if possible!

 

[Austman]

I just called QF. All done easily - even a seating allocation for my non-(QF)status fellow pax. (allowed due to linking to a WP).

 

[Buzzard]

The last time I rang Qantas to link 2 pax (Mrsbuzzard & I) , they did it for me but I was told in no uncertain terms that it was not their job and it should have been done by the travel agent. So much for being QC members I responded!

 

[wandering_fred]

The last time I rang Qantas to link 2 pax (Mrsbuzzard & I) , they did it for me but I was told in no uncertain terms that it was not their job and it should have been done by the travel agent. So much for being QC members I responded!

I rang last night and had no issues when linking my paid domestic (internet) ticket with my wife's AA award ticket for PER-MEL. But then QF sales are the only people I can conceivable see being able to do that. Asked for seats at the same time within the zone my QF status would allow. Interesting the seat confirmation email came from Qantas exit row sales...

Happy wandering

Fred

 

[penegal]

Just catching up on the last few pages of this thread...

If you ever fly out of CKY or ROB you'll definitely need a printout to enter the airport! They won't accept anything less...

Indeed.

Speaking as someone who regularly goes to 'funny' places, I recommend you carry a printed copy of all reservations and tickets for all flights / hotels / transfers and visas for the duration of every trip you ever take. Most of the time you won't need them, but on rare occasions you will, and it pays to be prepared. I also strongly recommend you carry a printed copy of ESTAs / ETAs as officials in some jurisdictions will not let you board a flight to the USA (or country X) without a passport with a visa OR proof of visa waiver.

95% (99% ?) of the time it is a giant waste of paper, but one day it won't be and you will thank me for this advice.

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Back on topic - the Expedia emails (should get 2) are essentially your TA's confirmation and tickets. Print them and have in a plastic pocket in your hand carry. The Qantas or Emirates 'manage my booking' pages can also be printed if you really want. Emirates eTickets with a barcode can also be re-printed from the 'manage my booking' page.


In my experience flying between Australia and Singapore (on any fare on any airline), you only ever need a Passport to check in, and perhaps a frequent flyer card to justify using the First Class / Premium line / desk / area.

YMMV

 

[wandering_fred]

...
In my experience flying between Australia and Singapore (on any fare on any airline), you only ever need a Passport to check in, and perhaps a frequent flyer card to justify using the First Class / Premium line / desk / area.
YMMV

When not on a return ticket (ie normal for me) I am always asked for my onward ticket exSIN
Even though the causeway to Malaysia is obviously available...

Happy wandering

Fred