If you regularly fly with Singapore Airlines, then you’re likely familiar with the airline’s frequent flyer program, Krisflyer. While the primary aim of this program is earning and redemptions through flying, Singapore Airlines offers rewards on everyday activities through a separate program – Kris+.

Members pocket rewards from activities like dining out and shopping at partner retailers throughout Singapore. While the program is geared towards people residing or visiting Singapore, the perks of the program – including discounts on retail and activities – extend to Australia and a number of other regions. It’s also a handy way to top up your KrisFlyer balance, with both programs offering a points transfer rate of 1:1.

Here’s all you need to know to make the most of Singapore Airlines’ Kris+ program.

What is Kris+?

Kris+ is Singapore Airlines’ lifestyle rewards program. Unlike KrisFlyer – the airline’s frequent flyer program centred around flights and travel experiences – the benefits of Kris+ extend to shopping discounts, massage vouchers, dining offers and more.

The majority of partner retailers and businesses are based in Singapore – handy for your next stopover or visit to the Lion City. But there are also program partners in select destinations outside the region, including Australia, opening up greater redemption opportunities.

Is Kris+ the same as KrisFlyer?

No – while both are initiatives of Singapore Airlines, they are separate programs. KrisFlyer focuses on earning and redeeming rewards by flying, while Kris+ covers lifestyle, entertainment and everyday activities.

If you’ve already got a KrisFlyer account, your member number can be used to join Kris+.

Do note that each program has its own points currency. Kris+ members earn and redeem KrisPay miles, while KrisFlyer miles are accumulated through the KrisFlyer program.

Though remember, Miles earned through Kris+ can be converted to KrisFlyer, and vice-versa. We cover more on this below.

What are some partners of the Kris+ program?

Kris+ has over 1,000 partners throughout Singapore ranging from dining and retail to wellness, attractions and more.

Beyond Singapore, partner retailers can be found in Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea and the USA.

You can browse the full list of Kris+ partners on the Kris+ website. We’ve listed a few partners below:

Kris+ partners in Singapore

• Activities: National Gallery Singapore, Sentosa Island Bus Tour, Singapore Cable Car and more.
• Fashion and accessories: Asics, Birkenstock, Breitling, Guess, Herschel and more.
• Food and beverage: Anti:dote, Gong Cha, Krispy Kreme, Nobu, LeVeL33 and more.
• Gifts and souvenirs: Bynd Artisan, LEGO, TWG Tea and more.
• Health and wellness: Capitol Optical, LifeSpa, Jal Yoga, The Posture Lab and more.
• Retailers: adidas, Cath Kidston, Harvey Norman, Smeg, Victorinox and more.

Kris+ partners in Australia

• AFL Kitchen & Bar – 10% off food and beverage.
• Captain Cook Cruises – 20% off tickets.
• FS8 and F45 – 20% off membership.
• Penfolds Wine Bar & Kitchen – 10% off food and beverage.
• SeaLink – Up to 20% off tickets.
• Treetops Adventure – 10% off booking.

How do I earn KrisPay miles?

KrisPay miles is the points currency of the Kris+ program – note that these are different to KrisFlyer miles. Krispay Miles can be earned in a number of ways:

• Spending at participating KrisPay partner outlets across Singapore.
• Linking Apple Pay or Google Pay to your Kris+ app, then using Kris+ to pay for everyday purchases.
• Completing challenges and activities.
• Making dining reservations via the Kris+ app.
• Referring friends to the Kris+ program.

As a general guide, you can earn KrisPay miles across the same Singapore-based businesses where you can redeem them, with some exceptions. Presently, you can’t earn KrisPay miles from spending outside of Singapore.

Accrue KrisPay miles by scanning your KrisPay app each time you make a purchase. The app also allows you to monitor your transactions and your KrisPay miles balance.

And here’s a tip – when linking a card to your Kris+ app for payments, use a points-earning credit card. You’ll double-dip by earning KrisPay miles from your transaction, plus any frequent flyer or bank rewards points associated with your card. For instance, the NAB Rewards Platinum Card nets you three NAB Rewards Points per AU$1 spent overseas – handy when you’re transacting in Singapore Dollars.

Convert reward points from other programs

Another way to boost your KrisPay miles balance is by converting reward points from other programs. The bulk of these partner reward programs are Singapore-based banks and institutions that may not be relevant to Aussies.

But Singapore Airlines’ own KrisFlyer program is of relevance, especially since there are ample ways to earn KrisFlyer miles in Australia. You can top up your Kris+ account by transferring KrisFlyer miles at a rate of 1:1. Though you may find better value in holding onto your KrisFlyer miles for redemptions like flying in Singapore Airlines’ A380 Business Class.

How do I redeem KrisPay miles?

Once you’ve earned KrisPay miles, you can opt to keep them in your KrisPay wallet to redeem on future spend, or transfer them to your KrisFlyer account for redemption on flights with Singapore Airlines and Star Alliance partners.

KrisPay miles can be redeemed in a number of ways:

• Offsetting purchases from program partner retailers online or in-store.
• Purchases on KrisShop, Singapore Airlines’ online store.

Converting KrisPay miles to KrisFlyer miles

There’s plenty of value in having a healthy stash of KrisFlyer miles, particularly if you’re looking to redeem them for experiences like flying in Singapore Airlines First Class or upgrades for premium cabin classes.

If you’ve been accumulating KrisPay miles during your stay in Singapore, you can transfer them to KrisFlyer at a rate of 1:1.

There are a few key points to remember:

• Miles earned from Kris+ must be transferred to KrisFlyer within seven days of accrual.
• KrisPay miles must be transferred in their entirety. For instance, if you earn 100 KrisPay miles from a transaction, the entire amount must be transferred to KrisFlyer.
• KrisPay miles that are transferred to KrisFlyer must be ‘earned’ – this means you can’t transfer miles received as challenge prizes or through promotions.
• Points from partner reward programs that are converted to KrisPay miles can be transferred to KrisFlyer. For instance, you can transfer DBS points to KrisPay miles, then transfer those miles to KrisFlyer miles. Note that any miles converted from partner programs must be transferred in their entirety. If a portion of those KrisPay miles have already been redeemed, you won’t be able to transfer the remainder to KrisFlyer.
• If your aim is a partner reward program transfer from KrisPay miles to KrisFlyer miles, you’ve got seven days from the initial conversion (partner to KrisPay miles) to then transfer these miles to KrisFlyer. So don’t let those KrisPay miles sit in your account for too long!

Once you’ve transferred KrisPay miles to KrisFlyer miles then the usual conditions of the KrisFlyer program apply, and your KrisFlyer miles will expire three years from the date of accrual.

Also read: The best uses of 100,000 KrisFlyer miles

Redeeming discounts as a Kris+ member

Aside from the ability to earn and redeem KrisPay miles, simply being a member of the Kris+ program is your ticket to discounts at partners in Singapore, Australia and beyond.

And what’s even better? These discounts don’t require you to part with any of your hard-earned KrisPay miles.

You can view all your privileges under the ‘Discover’ section of the Kris+ app. In most instances, you just need to ‘click to redeem’ to generate a promo code for use at your select program partner. When redeeming a discount, you often won’t be able to also earn or redeem KrisPay miles.

How do I join the Kris+ program?

To join Kris+, you’ll need to be a KrisFlyer member first. Existing KrisFlyer members can simply download the Kris+ app and log in using their KrisFlyer number. And if you’re yet to jump on board Singapore Airlines’ frequent flyer program, have a read of our KrisFlyer guide to get you started.

Once you’re logged into Kris+, you can redeem discounts immediately and begin earning KrisPay miles.

Summing up

The next time you find yourself in Singapore for work or leisure, it’s worth exploring the Kris+ program. Everyday activities like dining out, shopping or sightseeing can net you KrisPay miles. If you’re staying a while, these miles can be used to offset purchases at over 1,000 program partners throughout Singapore.

And with the ability to transfer KrisPay miles to KrisFlyer miles at a rate of 1:1, you could be closer to your next flight redemption with Singapore Airlines or Star Alliance partners.

Beyond Singapore, the Kris+ program offers discounts at numerous partner retailers throughout Australia and other regions. The program is free to join and it’s easy to get started with your existing KrisFlyer member number.

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