A skycap stands in front of airports and at airline entrances to offer assistance to passengers. They may help passengers with luggage and answer questions about the location of a terminal or ticket office as well as provide information about the flight schedule of their particular airline.

How much do you tip a skycap?

CNN Money recommends tipping your skycap $1 per bag, for helping you with a curbside check-in, while The Emily Post Institute advises tipping $2 for the first bag and $1 for each bag thereafter.

What does a skycap do?

A skycap is a porter employed at an airport and provides the following services to airline passengers: Handles luggage, strollers, and car seats. ... Assists disabled or wheelchair passengers.