KrisFlyer Experiences is back with another of its chartered Singapore Airlines flights, for an exclusive trip between Singapore and Okinawa in early June 2024, for redemption using your KrisFlyer miles, including a three-night stay in either the Loisir Hotel Naha resort or the Hyatt Regency hotel.
This follows KrisFlyer’s chartered ‘cruise to nowhere’ back in November 2021 and its Langkawi chartered flight in November 2022, exclusively operating for miles redemption purposes.
This time round it’s Japan’s subtropical island of Okinawa that’s part of the deal, in a trip including airport transfers and accommodation.
SilkAir operated charters to and from Okinawa in 2015 and 2016, but since November 2017 the route has been served solely by Qantas Group low-cost carrier Jetstar, with up to five times weekly flights operating prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jetstar restarted its Okinawa service three times per week in November last year, but the SIA Group has not operated any new flights there for eight years – until now – so this Singapore Airlines charter is something special.
Indulge yourself and your loved one(s) with an enchanting island getaway on an exclusive Singapore Airlines chartered flight to Okinawa, with a 5D4N stay at Loisir Hotel Naha from 18 to 22 June 2024.
KrisFlyer Experiences
Here are the details of the special charter flight laid on for this trip.
| KrisFlyer Experiences Okinawa Charter Flights |
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| SIN OKA 18th June 2024 |
OKA SIN 22nd June 2024 |
 SQ825202:05 – 08:20 Boeing 737-8 MAX |
SQ8253 19:30 – 23:40 Boeing 737-8 MAX |
Do note that the check-in for flight SQ8252 will be on the evening of 17th June 2024 (early hours departure timing on 18th June).
FAQs for the offer are available here.
Loisir Hotel Naha packages
Here are the packages currently announced by KrisFlyer Experiences for the Loisir Hotel Naha.
“Boasting indoor and outdoor pools and a natural hot-spring bath, Loisir Hotel is a 10-minute drive away from Naha Airport. Experience a sense of peace and calmness amidst the bustling heart of Naha when you step into this city resort. Look forward to exploring the lively Kokusai Street, and channel your inner Mario with a Real-Life Super-Hero Street Go-Karting experience, all within walking distance to the hotel.”
KrisFlyer Experiences
KrisFlyer Okinawa Charter
Loisir Hotel Naha
| Accommodation | Travel Class |
Cost (all pax) |
| Panoramic Corner King 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Business | 455,000 miles |
| Executive King 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Business | 430,000 miles |
| Executive Twin 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Business | 425,000 miles |
| Japanese Style Room 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Business | 420,000 miles |
| Deluxe Twin 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Business | 405,000 miles |
| Deluxe Twin 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Economy | 210,000 miles |
| Deluxe Twin 3 pax (details / redeem) |
Economy | 307,000 miles |
Packages include:
- Return flights on a Singapore Airlines-chartered Boeing 737-8 MAX
- A curated goodie bag
- 4 nights accommodation
- Two-way airport transfer and daily breakfast
- Early check-in at 12:00 on 18th June
- Complimentary data roaming coverage with 2GB of data daily
- 30% off things-to-do in Okinawa with Pelago when purchased with a Mastercard credit or debit card
- 11am check-out on 22nd June
These packages are now live for booking on the KrisFlyer Experiences site.
Hyatt Regency packages
Here are the packages currently announced by KrisFlyer Experiences for the Hyatt Regency.
“Be pampered at the energizing Hyatt Regency hotel situated in Sakurazaka – the bustling heart of Naha. Look forward to a leisure stroll along the cobblestone streets of Tsuboya Yachimun Dori in search of traditional pottery, and wander through the bustling Makishi Public Market, all within walking distance to the hotel.”
KrisFlyer Experiences
KrisFlyer Okinawa Charter
Hyatt Regency Naha
| Accommodation | Travel Class |
Cost (all pax) |
| Deluxe Twin Room 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Economy | 245,000 miles |
| Deluxe Twin Room 3 pax (details / redeem) |
Economy | 360,000 miles |
| Twin Room 2 pax (details / redeem) |
Economy | 235,000 miles |
Packages include:
- Return flights on a Singapore Airlines-chartered Boeing 737-8 MAX
- A glass of Champagne on board
- 4 nights accommodation (3pm check-in)
- Two-way airport transfer and daily breakfast
- Complimentary data roaming coverage with 2GB of data daily
- 30% off things-to-do in Okinawa with Pelago when purchased with a Mastercard credit or debit card
- 11am check-out on 22nd June
Other details
Whichever hotel you choose, members who redeem packages bundled with a seat in Economy Class are entitled to 30kg of baggage allowance, while those who redeem packages bundled with a seat in Business Class are entitled to 40kg of baggage allowance.
There appears to be no status-related baggage increments applicable for these charter flights, but for a four-night stay that’s probably not a major issue!
Seating arrangements onboard the Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft will be assigned on a first-come, first-served and best-effort basis.
The Boeing 737-8 MAX cabins
Here are our dedicated articles covering the latest Singapore Airlines Boeing 737-8 MAX cabins, so you’ll know what to expect on board when redeeming this Okinawa charter experience.
Lounge access
Those redeeming this experience will be entitled to lounge access at Singapore Changi Airport, based on the prevailing airline lounge access policy.
Here’s how it looks for those travelling on this chartered trip.
| Departing on SQ8252 to Okinawa (18th June 2024) |
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| Cabin Class / Membership Tier | Lounge Eligibility | Guests |
| Business Class | SKL Business Class |  |
| Solitaire PPS Club in Business or Economy |
SKL First Class |  |
| PPS Club in Business or Economy |
SKL Business Class | |
| KrisFlyer Elite Gold in Business |
SKL Business Class | |
| KrisFlyer Elite Gold in Economy |
KrisFlyer Gold | |
It’s not currently known which terminal at Changi this charter flight will be departing from, so it may be either the T2 or T3 lounges you’ll be directed to, but in any event you can use either, provided you’re willing to build in time to take the SkyTrain to the departure gate when boarding time comes around.
In all cases, if you have guest eligibility your guest must be departing on the same day and same flight as you, as part of a policy tightened in 2022.
No lounge access is provided at Okinawa Airport.
Summary
KrisFlyer Experiences is chartering another dedicated Singapore Airlines aircraft in June, for a flight to and from Okinawa in Japan including a four-night hotel stay, for those redeeming their miles for the trip.
Packages are very steep at 210,000 to 455,000 miles for a couple, which is extremely high given that you can take a cheap Jetstar flight to and from Okinawa on a much wider range of dates, and simply book your own hotel!
Nonetheless, this may attract some vying for the “exclusive” nature of the charter flight itself.
Do check the KrisFlyer Experiences page for more details of this deal including full terms and conditions and availability, if you’re interested in joining this exclusive trip.
We’ll update this article with details of any additional packages loaded, if they become available.
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