Flights from Beijing (BJS) to New Zealand

Yes, meals are served on all Singapore Airlines flights from Beijing to New Zealand. You can enjoy our in-flight dining with Asian and international choices designed for the length of each sector. A range of special meals is available when requested in advance, helping you align your meal to your preferences. On eligible sectors and cabins, you may also pre-select from a wider menu using our Book the Cook service, offering more variety before you board. Throughout the flight, you can enjoy hot and cold beverages, including our signature Singapore Sling cocktail on most services.

Flights between China and New Zealand generally use the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you typically have a checked baggage allowance starting from 25 kg. Premium Economy Class usually offers a higher checked baggage allowance, and Business Class, as well as First Class, provide a more generous allowance again. All customers may bring cabin baggage within size and piece limits, with Business Class and First Class guests enjoying a higher cabin baggage entitlement. Exact allowances appear on your ticket and may vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Beijing to New Zealand once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, when your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase paid plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers reliably.

Across the Beijing–Singapore–New Zealand routes, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, or First Class, depending on the aircraft and sector. The Boeing 777-300ER between Beijing and Singapore offers First Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and Economy Class, while the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 sectors between Beijing, Singapore, Auckland, and Christchurch provide combinations of Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, designed for comfort on long journeys. Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width, with a more generous recline and added space. Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds, with every passenger enjoying direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10, and comparable comfort on the Boeing 777-300ER. First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER features a fully flat bed and a spacious, private environment for rest on the Beijing–Singapore sector.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to New Zealand. Eligibility is based on your class of travel or KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, determined by the flight departing the layover airport. Other options such as purchasing a day pass are also available.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The 'Next Segment' Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport.

Most flights from Beijing to New Zealand connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed to make transits easy and enjoyable. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour into the city, or take your time exploring gardens, art installations, and rest areas within the terminal. Shorter connections are well spent strolling between shops, enjoying a meal, or relaxing in quiet zones and, if eligible, in one of the lounges. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Beijing follows China Standard Time (UTC+8) all year, with no daylight saving. Auckland and Christchurch use New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) from roughly late April to late September, and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) from roughly late September to early April. This means New Zealand is usually 4 hours ahead of Beijing in winter and 5 hours ahead during New Zealand's summer daylight saving period.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in New Zealand when flying via the layover airport on a single booking with Singapore Airlines, provided both flight segments are under the same booking reference (PNR), the connection is under 24 hours, and, for partner-operated onward flights, a through-check agreement is in place.

You may be able to plan a stopover at the layover city on your journey to New Zealand, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.