Flights from Hangzhou (HGH) to Johannesburg (JNB)

In-flight Dining
On the Hangzhou to Johannesburg route via Singapore, you will be served full meals appropriate to the flight time in all cabin classes, with menus featuring a variety of regional and international dishes.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals to meet different dietary preferences or medical needs on this route. These should be requested when you book or added to your booking at least 24 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on selected sectors of this route can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select main courses from an expanded menu, ensuring your preferred dish is ready on board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks, including juices and soft drinks, along with a curated selection of wines and spirits. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board.

For flights between Hangzhou and Johannesburg, our weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers have 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers have 35kg, and Business Class passengers have 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights between Hangzhou and Johannesburg once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service supports messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Hangzhou to Singapore and Singapore to Johannesburg sectors, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width for comfortable personal space. Premium Economy Class, available between Singapore and Johannesburg, provides a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width with a more generous recline. Business Class on the Airbus A350-900 features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat on both sectors.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

At Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers can relax in facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge.

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. For example, if you fly Economy from Hangzhou but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent on an official transit tour into the city, which typically requires several hours of connection time to join comfortably. You can see key sights in a curated itinerary and still return in time for your Johannesburg flight.

For shorter layovers, stay airside and explore Changi Airport’s attractions, such as themed gardens, quiet rest zones, and curated art installations across the terminals. Selected terminals also offer shower facilities and transit hotels for added comfort.

Families and solo travellers alike can enjoy play areas, cinema experiences, and spacious seating zones with charging points, making it easy to relax or work. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Hangzhou follows China Standard Time, which is UTC+8 all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Johannesburg follows South Africa Standard Time, which is UTC+2 and also does not use daylight saving time. This means Johannesburg is 6 hours behind Hangzhou throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to O. R. Tambo International Airport when flying from Hangzhou via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Hangzhou–Singapore and Singapore–Johannesburg) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to Johannesburg is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Hangzhou–Johannesburg trip, 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.