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Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer programme will raise the cost of most awards and upgrades from 1 November 2025, prompting many to consider speculative bookings. Awards redeemed by 31 October 2025 follow the old chart, while waitlists clearing after 1 November use the new rates. Saver awards will rise about 5% on average (with Zone 10 hit hardest), while Advantage awards will jump 15–20%, making premium cabin redemptions pricier.
That said, the actual savings from early bookings are often modest. For instance, Business Saver to Japan rises just 2,500 miles, and Perth just 2,000 miles. The biggest hit is Zone 10 (Africa, Middle East, Turkey), where Singapore–Cape Town in Business jumps from 56,500 to 68,500 miles. Advantage awards see steeper increases: First Class to Europe costs 34,000 miles more, and Business Class to the US rises 19,500–21,500 miles.
However, speculative redemptions come with risks. Change and cancellation fees (US$25–75) can easily outweigh the few thousand miles saved. Expiring miles are another pitfall—once attached to a booking, they cannot be refunded after expiry, limiting flexibility to date changes only.
While instant refunds now reduce the problem of tying up miles, the main takeaway is caution. Unless you’re certain of your travel plans, speculative bookings may not be worth it. For Saver awards, the increases are minor, and FOMO shouldn’t drive decisions. But for Advantage awards or Zone 10 routes, locking in now may make sense.
Bottom line: Book if your plans are firm or involve high-cost routes, but don’t waste cash and flexibility chasing small mileage savings.
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Nice article.
Thinking if someone can make a miles tracker app that notifies you on expiry, fees, etc.
Might not be easy to work with the banks on integrations though.
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