Flights from Christchurch (CHC) to United States Of America

Yes, you will be served meals on all flights from Christchurch to the United States of America via Singapore. On board the Airbus A350-900, you can enjoy regional and international dishes designed for long-haul comfort, along with light bites on selected sectors. Special meals can be requested in advance to suit various dietary needs, and Book the Cook is available in eligible premium cabins on flights from Singapore to the United States of America, allowing you to pre-select main courses. A full beverage service, including soft drinks, juices, wines, spirits, and our signature Singapore Sling, is offered, with hot drinks served throughout the flight.

Flights between New Zealand and the United States of America follow the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can typically check in up to two pieces of baggage within a total weight allowance, while Premium Economy Class and Business Class enjoy higher allowances or additional pieces. Cabin baggage allowances also differ by cabin, with at least one standard-sized carry-on plus a personal item. Exact allowances depend on your booked fare and KrisFlyer status, so please refer to your ticket details or our baggage information page before you travel.

Wi-Fi is available on most Airbus A350-900 flights once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On flights from Christchurch to the United States of America via Singapore, you can choose from Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900. Some sectors, such as Singapore to New York, may offer Business Class and Premium Economy Class without an Economy Class cabin, while other routes to Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco provide all three cabin classes.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width for added comfort. In Business Class, your seat converts into a fully flat bed, with every seat providing direct aisle access. Cabin layouts may vary slightly between routes to Seattle, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco, but all offer ample space for long-haul journeys.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to the United States of America. 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.

Your journey from Christchurch to the United States of America connects via Singapore Changi Airport, where you can enjoy gardens, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. For longer layovers, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city, subject to timing and eligibility. Shorter connections are comfortable spent airside, with quiet zones, showers in selected lounges, and family-friendly facilities. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Christchurch typically runs 20 hours ahead of Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco during New Zealand Standard Time, and 19 hours ahead during New Zealand Daylight Time (late September to early April), as these cities observe Pacific Time with daylight saving. New York, on Eastern Time, is usually 16 hours behind Christchurch in New Zealand Standard Time and 17 hours behind during New Zealand Daylight Time, with its own daylight saving from roughly March to early November.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in the United States of America 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 the United States of America, 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.