Flights from Manila (MNL) to United Arab Emirates

Yes, meals are provided on Singapore Airlines flights from Manila to the United Arab Emirates. On both the Manila–Singapore and Singapore–Dubai sectors, you can expect in-flight dining with thoughtfully prepared meals suited to the time of day and length of each flight. We offer a selection of special meals that you can request in advance to meet various dietary needs. On eligible sectors and in selected premium cabins, you may also be able to use our Book the Cook service to pre-select main courses. Throughout the journey, a range of hot and cold beverages is available, including our signature Singapore Sling on many flights.

Flights between the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates generally use the weight concept for checked baggage. On routes from Manila to Dubai via Singapore, checked baggage allowances differ by cabin class, with higher limits for premium cabins and PPS Club members. Cabin baggage allowances also vary by cabin class, with at least one standard-sized cabin bag plus a personal item permitted for each customer, subject to size and weight limits. You can view the exact allowance for your booking during the purchase process or in your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Manila to the United Arab Emirates once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members across all cabins, including Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, as long as your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and those who do not register in time can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the Manila–United Arab Emirates journey, you may experience different cabin configurations on each sector. The Manila–Singapore flights typically offer Business Class and Economy Class. The onward Singapore–Dubai flights on the Boeing 777-300ER offer First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. The cabin classes available for your specific itinerary will depend on the flights you select when booking.

On flights from Manila to the United Arab Emirates, Economy Class seats generally offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class, available on the Singapore–Dubai sector, offers around a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on the long-haul sector and generous recline and legroom on the regional sector, depending on aircraft configuration. First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER offers a spacious seat that converts into a fully flat bed. Specific legroom may vary slightly between aircraft, and different sectors of your journey may feature different cabin layouts.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to United Arab Emirates. 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 Manila to the United Arab Emirates connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed for comfortable transits. If you have a longer layover, you can explore lush indoor gardens, themed zones, rest areas, and a wide variety of shops and dining options within the terminals. For shorter layovers, it is convenient to stay near your departure gate, relax in seating areas, refresh in restrooms with shower facilities where available, or enjoy a quick meal. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Manila operates on Philippine Time (UTC+8), while cities in the United Arab Emirates, including Dubai, use Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4). The UAE does not observe daylight saving time, so Dubai is consistently 4 hours behind Manila throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates, 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.