Flights from Yangon (RGN) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
On the Yangon–Singapore and Singapore–Chennai sectors, you will be served meals tailored to the time of day, with thoughtfully prepared dishes and a range of flavours to choose from.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to suit different dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our website or your travel agent before departure, and we will do our best to accommodate your requirements.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in Business Class can use our Book the Cook service on selected sectors via Singapore, reserving from a curated menu of main courses before they fly. This allows you to personalise your dining experience in advance.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold beverages is available throughout your journey, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, along with a considered range of other drinks.

For flights between Yangon and Chennai, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class customers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Business Class customers may check up to 40kg. Each checked bag must not weigh more than 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip will be confirmed on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights between Yangon and Chennai once the Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On this route, both the Yangon–Singapore and Singapore–Chennai sectors on the Boeing 737-8 MAX offer Economy Class and Business Class. In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width. In Business Class, you will have a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat.

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.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a wide range of facilities that make layovers comfortable, including quiet rest areas, gardens, children’s play spaces, and numerous dining and shopping choices. If your layover is long enough, you can also consider joining a free official transit tour into the city, which usually requires at least about 5.5 to 6 hours of transit time. For shorter layovers, staying airside allows you to relax, freshen up, or enjoy the airport’s amenities before your next flight. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Yangon International Airport (RGN), eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use the Mingalar Sky CIP Lounge (International). Lounge access depends on your cabin class and frequent flyer status, and will be indicated on your boarding pass at check-in.

During your layover at Singapore (SIN), eligible passengers may be able to access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Your boarding pass will confirm which lounge you can use before your onward flight to Chennai.

Yangon follows Myanmar Time (UTC+6:30) and does not observe daylight saving time. Chennai follows India Standard Time (UTC+5:30), which also does not change throughout the year. This means Chennai is consistently 1 hour behind Yangon at all times.

Our Yangon–Singapore–Chennai flights arrive at Chennai International Airport, where you will clear immigration and customs before entering the arrivals hall. After collecting your checked baggage, you will find signs directing you to airport taxis, app-based pick-up points, public transport, and domestic transfer counters if you are continuing your journey within India.

We recommend arriving at Yangon International Airport around 3 hours before your scheduled departure time to Singapore. This gives you enough time for check-in, immigration, and security checks, as well as a relaxed visit to the departure area or lounge before boarding.

Many travellers transiting through Singapore Changi Airport do not need a visa if they remain in the transit area and have confirmed onward tickets, but requirements vary by nationality. We recommend checking current visa rules with the relevant authorities or your nearest embassy before you travel.

Health and vaccination requirements depend on your nationality, transit points, and recent travel history. Before your trip from Yangon to Chennai, we recommend checking official health advisories and consulting your doctor or a travel health clinic to ensure you meet all current entry and transit requirements.