A connecting flight (also known as a connecting flight) is when you have to change planes at an intermediate airport to reach your final destination. This process can sometimes be difficult, especially for first-time or international passengers. Understanding this, airports and airlines have provided services to support passengers with connecting flights, making your journey easier and more convenient.

1. What is a connecting flight?
A connecting flight occurs when your journey includes two or more different flights. You will get off the plane at an intermediate airport (a stopover), then board another flight to continue your journey to your final destination.

Details about the connecting flight procedure:
When you arrive at the connecting airport:

Look for signs: Look for the "Transfer/Connections" or "Connections" signs to be guided to the appropriate area.

Check your boarding pass: Double check your next flight information (flight number, flight time, gate).
Getting to the gate: If you are transferring within the same terminal, simply follow the signs to the gate. If you are transferring between terminals, you will need to use the shuttle bus or other means of transportation within the airport (e.g. the skytrain).

Security/customs procedures (if required):

International transfers: You will need to go through immigration and customs at the connecting airport (except in some special cases such as transit without a visa).
Domestic transfers: You will usually not need to go through security again if you are transferring within the same airport. However, some special cases may require a security check again.
Baggage collection/transfer:

Baggage is delivered directly: In most cases, your luggage will be delivered directly to your final destination. You do not need to pick up and re-check your baggage at the connecting airport.
Non-direct baggage: In some cases (e.g., transfers between non-alliance airlines, long transfer times), you need to pick up your baggage and re-check it. Airport staff will notify you if your baggage is not direct.
2. Types of Flight Transfers:
Domestic transfers: Transfers between flights within the same country.
International transfers: Transfers between flights between different countries.
Transfers within the same terminal: You only need to move within the same terminal to get to the boarding gate of the next flight.
Transfers between terminals: You need to move between different terminals within the airport.
3. Flight Transfer Assistance Services:
Support services may vary depending on the airport and airline, but often include:

Transportation instructions: Airport staff will guide you through moving between gates or between terminals.
Procedure assistance: Assistance with immigration, customs (for international transfers) or security procedures.
Baggage transportation: Your luggage will usually be transported directly to your final destination (except in some special cases).
Shuttle bus: Provide shuttle services between terminals (if needed).
Flight information: Provide information on flight times, gates, and schedule changes.
Special assistance: Support for people with disabilities, the elderly, pregnant women, and families with young children.
4. Things to Note When Transferring Flights:
Layover/connection time: Check the connection time between flights carefully. Choose a transfer time that is long enough for you to travel and complete procedures.
Visa (for international transfers): Check if you need a transit visa for the country you are transferring to.
Luggage: Ask the airline about baggage regulations when transferring, especially for oversized or special luggage.
Flight information: Check flight information regularly for updates.
Airport map: Learn the transfer airport map for easy travel.
Contact support: If you encounter any difficulties, contact the airport staff or the airline immediately for support.
5. Common situations and how to handle them:
Flight arrival is delayed: Contact the airline immediately for support to change the flight or reschedule.
Lost luggage: Report immediately to the Lost and Found department at the airport.
Missed the next flight: Contact the airline immediately for support.
6. Self-Transfer:
This is where you book your own tickets from two or more different airlines for your trip. You will be responsible for the transfers between flights, including procedures and luggage. This is often more cost-effective but also carries more risks. at

Transfer services help make your trip more convenient and easier. Please research carefully and prepare carefully for a smooth trip.