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Airline Guide · SQ

Singapore Airlines: service that sets the standard

Singapore Airlines is the airline other airlines study. It flies the world's longest nonstop routes from the U.S. and connects through Changi, the airport people actually enjoy.

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Four cabins, all above the norm

Each Singapore Airlines cabin is among the best in its class. The aircraft on the very longest U.S. nonstops have no Economy cabin at all — only Premium Economy and Business.

Better than most

Economy

  • Hot meals with real cutlery
  • Large seat-back screen
  • Free Wi-Fi for KrisFlyer members
  • Fare types Lite, Value and Flexi
For the long ones

Premium Economy

  • Wider seat with calf rest
  • Pre-order your main course
  • Priority check-in and boarding
  • The entry cabin on nonstop New York flights
Very wide lie-flat

Business

  • Among the widest business seats flying
  • Direct aisle access
  • "Book the Cook" meal pre-order
  • SilverKris lounge access
A380 and 777

First / Suites

  • Suites with a separate bed on the A380
  • Private cabin with closing doors
  • Fine dining and premium wines
  • The Private Room lounge at Changi

Everything connects at Changi

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Changi Airport · Terminals 2 and 3

Singapore Changi is repeatedly ranked the world's best airport. Butterfly gardens, a rooftop pool, free cinemas and the Jewel waterfall make a long layover easy.

From here Singapore Airlines and its low-cost arm Scoot cover Southeast Asia in depth.

  • Southeast AsiaBali, Bangkok, Phuket, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Manila and more.
  • Australia and New ZealandEvery major Australian city plus Auckland and Christchurch.
  • India and South AsiaA dozen Indian cities, Colombo, Dhaka, Kathmandu and the Maldives.
  • Two U.S.–Europe flightsNew York–Frankfurt and Houston–Manchester can be booked on their own.
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The longest flights in the world

Singapore Airlines flies nonstop between Singapore and both New York airports — around 18 and a half hours in the air, the longest scheduled passenger flights anywhere. The aircraft are specially built A350s with extra fuel and a premium-heavy layout.

  • About 9,500 miles nonstopJFK and Newark to Singapore without a stop, saving several hours over connecting.
  • Book the CookPre-order your main course from a long menu in premium cabins, up to 24 hours ahead.
  • Service people rememberCabin crew training is famously rigorous, and it shows in every cabin.

Popular Singapore Airlines routes

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Fares are indicative one-way economy prices and change with dates and availability. Click a route for live prices.

KrisFlyer

Miles from many credit-card programmes

KrisFlyer is easy to top up because most major U.S. bank points transfer into it. Miles do expire after three years, so use them. Above the Elite tiers sits the invitation-style PPS Club for frequent premium-cabin flyers.

Status levels, lowest to highest
KrisFlyer
Elite Silver
Elite Gold
PPS Club

Tier requirements are set by Singapore Airlines and can change.

Singapore Airlines baggage at a glance

Economy carry-on 7 kg / 15 lb

One bag, 115 cm total dimensions

Business carry-on 2 × 7 kg

Two cabin bags

Checked, U.S. routes 2 × 23 kg

Economy and Premium Economy

Checked, elsewhere 25–35 kg

Total weight by fare type

Flights to and from the U.S. use a piece system; other routes use total weight that rises with fare type — Lite, Value, then Flexi.

Six tips for cheaper Singapore Airlines fares

  1. 01

    Price the one-stop too

    The nonstop from New York is premium-priced. Routing via Frankfurt or the West Coast can cost far less.

  2. 02

    Consider Premium Economy

    For 16 hours or more, the step up from Economy is often one of the better-value upgrades in the sky.

  3. 03

    Compare Lite, Value and Flexi

    Lite is cheapest but earns fewer miles and charges more for changes and seats.

  4. 04

    Add a Singapore stopover

    A couple of nights in Singapore usually adds little to the fare and breaks up the journey.

  5. 05

    Use the Europe flights

    New York–Frankfurt and Houston–Manchester get you Singapore Airlines service at transatlantic prices.

  6. 06

    Ask about phone-only fares

    Our agents can sometimes access fares that do not appear online.

Your SQ ticket in four steps

  1. Step 1

    Search

    Enter your cities and dates and filter results to Singapore Airlines.

  2. Step 2

    Compare

    See fares, stops and cabins side by side with taxes shown up front.

  3. Step 3

    Add details

    Enter traveller names exactly as on ID and add your KrisFlyer number.

  4. Step 4

    Fly

    Get your confirmation by email, then check in with Singapore Airlines before you fly.

Singapore Airlines FAQs

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Is SkylineSparrow the same as Singapore Airlines?
No. SkylineSparrow is an independent travel agency. We help you search, compare and book Singapore Airlines flights, but we are not owned by or affiliated with the airline.
Which U.S. cities does Singapore Airlines fly from?
New York JFK, Newark, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Houston. Some flights are nonstop to Singapore; others stop in Frankfurt, Manchester or Tokyo.
How long is the New York to Singapore flight?
About 18 and a half hours nonstop, making it one of the longest scheduled passenger flights in the world.
Is there Economy on the nonstop New York flights?
No. Those aircraft have only Premium Economy and Business Class. Economy is available on one-stop routings.
What is Book the Cook?
A service that lets Suites, First, Business and Premium Economy passengers pre-order a main course from an extended menu before the flight.
Do KrisFlyer miles expire?
Yes, three years after they are earned. Elite and PPS Club members have options to extend them.
Is it cheaper to book Singapore Airlines over the phone?
Sometimes. Our travel experts can see phone-only fares and alternative routings. Call +1 (888) 356-6085 any time — we're available 24/7.

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SkylineSparrow is an independent travel agency and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Singapore Airlines. Airline names and programme names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used here only to describe the flights we help you book. Fares shown are indicative; airline policies change, so always confirm details with the airline before you travel.