i am flying from bkk to sfo, through pek.

Question

The check in agent told that that since it was all star alliance, I would not need to pickup my bags in PEK. Since I am changing airlines, do I need to go through customs and re-check in on the concourse? Or is there a way to go to a counter through transit. I currently do not have a boarding pass for the United flight. (Last minute question)

Wayne · Answer

You don't need to collect the luggage and reclaim them at PEK because it's international to international transfer both in T3. The correct transfer procedures are Flight Arrival - Transfer Procedures - Stamped on Boarding Pass -  Security Check - Custom Inspection - Waiting & Boarding. As I know, there is a special passageway for international transfer passengers. And a lot of detailed English signs at the airport will help you a lot. Don't worry. :)

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I am flying from BKK to SFO, through PEK. I am on Thai Airways to PEK, but United PEK to SFO.