--- source_url: "https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003286687-What-is-Skiplagging-or-hidden-city-flying" title: "What is Skiplagging or \"hidden-city\" flying? – Skiplagged Support" mirrored_at: 2026-08-05T15:39:32.477Z host: support.skiplagged.com cited_in_42a: true mirror_canonical: "https://index.42a.ai/support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003286687-What-is-Skiplagging-or-hidden-city-flying" --- > **Original source:** https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003286687-What-is-Skiplagging-or-hidden-city-flying - [What is Skiplagging or "hidden-city" flying?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003286687-What-is-Skiplagging-or-hidden-city-flying) - [How do I contact Skiplagged’s support team?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003290927-How-do-I-contact-Skiplagged-s-support-team) - [How do I receive a refund for a canceled flight?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/360006275913-How-do-I-receive-a-refund-for-a-canceled-flight) - [Why does the price of a flight sometimes increase when I get to a booking page?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/31594328235799-Why-does-the-price-of-a-flight-sometimes-increase-when-I-get-to-a-booking-page) - [What are the benefits of creating an account with Skiplagged?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001326834-What-are-the-benefits-of-creating-an-account-with-Skiplagged) - [How do I cancel Trip Protection?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022055334-How-do-I-cancel-Trip-Protection) - [How Risky is Hidden City Ticketing?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/31593787911191-How-Risky-is-Hidden-City-Ticketing) - [Where are the price graphs for flights?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001381753-Where-are-the-price-graphs-for-flights) - [Can I book a flight or hotel over the phone with you?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004321188-Can-I-book-a-flight-or-hotel-over-the-phone-with-you) - [Beware of Scammers Pretending to be Skiplagged](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/13928112035095-Beware-of-Scammers-Pretending-to-be-Skiplagged) [See more](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/sections/115001002427-FAQ) [Follow](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003286687-What-is-Skiplagging-or-hidden-city-flying/subscription.html "Opens a sign-in dialog") Skiplagging or hidden-city flying is where you get off at the layover rather than the final destination. For example, a flight from New York to Orlando might be $250, but a similar flight from New York to Dallas with a layover in Orlando might be $130. If you’re going to Orlando, we’ll show you both flights. If you choose the cheaper one, you get off the plane at the layover (Orlando) rather than going to the final ticketed destination (Dallas).   The savings can be significant, but there are **some things to be aware of****:** - **Backpack only** — We recommend only bringing a backpack that can fit under the seat in front of you. Anything larger risks getting checked at the gate, and all checked bags will end up in Dallas (final ticketed destination)! - If your hidden city flight involves an international airport, even if you are not going outside of your country, **you MUST bring your passport.** You will not be able to board any of your itinerary without your passport.  - If your hidden city flight involves an international airport, you may need a visa for international flights. This depends on the country that's the final destination. You can find visa requirements for international destinations here: [https://apply.joinsherpa.com/travel-restriction](https://apply.joinsherpa.com/travel-restriction) - Additionally, for international flights, some airlines may require proof of a return ticket during check-in. If this happens to you, just buy a refundable return ticket directly from the airline and cancel it ASAP after boarding. - Don't associate a frequent flyer account — If you do, the airline might invalidate any miles you've accrued with them. - Do not overuse hidden-city itineraries. Do not fly hidden-city on the same route with the same airline dozens of times within a short time frame.  - If you are questioned by the airline, ChatGPT has the following recommendation: "If asked, just confirm your ticketed final destination, and be prepared with details like a potential place to stay there. Skipping a leg of your journey may violate airline policies, so proceed with awareness."  For more information about hidden city ticketing, see our [**Ultimate Guide to Skiplagging**](https://blog.skiplagged.com/skiplagged-the-ultimate-guide-to-hidden-city-travel/).  ![image.png](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/article_attachments/27470015258263) ### Related articles - [How to Book a Flight on Skiplagged](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/related/click?data=BAh7CjobZGVzdGluYXRpb25fYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCJfLfRk7DjoYcmVmZXJyZXJfYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCJ%2FkusYaADoLbG9jYWxlSSIKZW4tdXMGOgZFVDoIdXJsSSJJL2hjL2VuLXVzL2FydGljbGVzLzE1NjQ2OTkzNTMzODQ3LUhvdy10by1Cb29rLWEtRmxpZ2h0LW9uLVNraXBsYWdnZWQGOwhUOglyYW5raQY%3D--de8cc895ab854379ff86bb4b279613557779af84) - [Self-transfer/Virtual Interlining Flights](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/related/click?data=BAh7CjobZGVzdGluYXRpb25fYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCJcKvVy%2BEDoYcmVmZXJyZXJfYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCJ%2FkusYaADoLbG9jYWxlSSIKZW4tdXMGOgZFVDoIdXJsSSJQL2hjL2VuLXVzL2FydGljbGVzLzE4NDA5Nzg1NzIzNTQzLVNlbGYtdHJhbnNmZXItVmlydHVhbC1JbnRlcmxpbmluZy1GbGlnaHRzBjsIVDoJcmFua2kH--f43d6e5aff482d916c19d3383efe2185dff01241) - [Can I check a bag if I book flights found on Skiplagged?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/related/click?data=BAh7CjobZGVzdGluYXRpb25fYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCDfN88YaADoYcmVmZXJyZXJfYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCJ%2FkusYaADoLbG9jYWxlSSIKZW4tdXMGOgZFVDoIdXJsSSJcL2hjL2VuLXVzL2FydGljbGVzLzExNTAwNzAxNjI0Ny1DYW4tSS1jaGVjay1hLWJhZy1pZi1JLWJvb2stZmxpZ2h0cy1mb3VuZC1vbi1Ta2lwbGFnZ2VkBjsIVDoJcmFua2kI--4f1999d4b1becceb6364fb4c77e97978bb71dd49) - [How do I contact Skiplagged’s support team?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/related/click?data=BAh7CjobZGVzdGluYXRpb25fYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCC%2F1usYaADoYcmVmZXJyZXJfYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCJ%2FkusYaADoLbG9jYWxlSSIKZW4tdXMGOgZFVDoIdXJsSSJPL2hjL2VuLXVzL2FydGljbGVzLzExNTAwMzI5MDkyNy1Ib3ctZG8tSS1jb250YWN0LVNraXBsYWdnZWQtcy1zdXBwb3J0LXRlYW0GOwhUOglyYW5raQk%3D--594b4757b7c0d406ddff765f822d3aa9463e8856) - [How do I receive a refund for a canceled flight?](https://support.skiplagged.com/hc/en-us/related/click?data=BAh7CjobZGVzdGluYXRpb25fYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCEnTC9JTADoYcmVmZXJyZXJfYXJ0aWNsZV9pZGwrCJ%2FkusYaADoLbG9jYWxlSSIKZW4tdXMGOgZFVDoIdXJsSSJUL2hjL2VuLXVzL2FydGljbGVzLzM2MDAwNjI3NTkxMy1Ib3ctZG8tSS1yZWNlaXZlLWEtcmVmdW5kLWZvci1hLWNhbmNlbGVkLWZsaWdodAY7CFQ6CXJhbmtpCg%3D%3D--06fdeb31126ccd6115bde5f81fff742be30f6eae)