Self-transfer flights, explained for travellers

Many cheap itineraries on Kiwi.com join flights from different carriers that do not officially connect. These multi-flight trips are called self-transfers, and the airlines treat each leg as its own booking.

That is where the Kiwi.com Guarantee matters. Its self-transfer protection adds an extra layer: if a carrier disruption makes you miss the next flight, instant compensation is available.

The home page says search compares mixed itineraries that combine different carriers, and the About page counts more than 500 airlines in the mix. That wide pool is what produces fares a single airline would not offer.

Leave generous time between legs when a connection means changing airports or terminals. The flight page shows the layover length, so it is worth reading it as carefully as the price.

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