Know Before You Fly: What SPTC Really Means On Your Boarding Pass
Summer travel is underway and it’s important to stay up to date on all of the latest tips & tricks to make sure everything goes smooth sailing when it’s time for your vacation.
Moreover, you should always check your boarding pass to see if there are any codes you don’t understand. You might see what appears to be random letters like SPTC, S/O or SSS, but they all have a purpose and could even mean you’re eligible for a free hotel stay during your travels! So let’s get into what codes to look for on your boarding pass and what they actually mean.
What does SPTC stand for?
If you see SPTC somewhere on your boarding pass that stands for Stopover Paid by the Carrier. Instead, you might also see S/O on your boarding pass. This just means stopover.
Is there a difference between S/O and SPTC?
Though both S/O and SPTC involve a stopover, SPTC generally tends to be for longer stopovers that could entail further accommodations and benefits provided by the airline.
Which airlines use the SPTC code?
TAP Air Portugal and Turkish Airlines are two common airlines that use the SPTC code. These airlines specifically offer certain stopover programs, hence where the further benefits come into play. For example, Turkish Airlines’ stopover program provides passengers that have at least a 20 hour stopover with a free stay at a 4-star hotel in Istanbul.
What does SSSS mean on a boarding pass?
Passengers may also notice another code, SSSS, on their boarding pass. This stands for Secondary Security Screening Selection. The SSSS assignment requires the flier to undergo additional security procedures. This could be a result of random selection or the passenger was potentially flagged as a risk to security.
When were boarding pass codes introduced?
Codes for boarding passes have been around for decades. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) sets certain standards for the content of a boarding pass, but it’s the airlines themselves that are responsible for adding the specific SPTC code.
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