Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Taipei (TPE)

In-flight Dining
On Johannesburg–Singapore and Singapore–Taipei flights, you will be served regionally inspired meals designed for your specific time of travel. Portions are sized to keep you comfortable across both sectors of your journey.

Special Meals
We offer a selection of special meals on this route that cater to many dietary preferences. These should be requested in advance through your booking so we can have them ready on board.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on this route can make use of our Book the Cook service from selected departure points, pre-ordering from an expanded menu for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.

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

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines services from Johannesburg to Taipei 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. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The connection is designed for messaging, email, and basic browsing, and does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Johannesburg to Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat. On the Singapore to Taipei sector, Economy Class provides the same 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class again offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

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.

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 Johannesburg but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible customers may use the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed for comfortable layovers, with themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and, in some terminals, facilities such as swimming pools and cinemas for transit passengers. For longer layovers, you can join a free official city tour if your connection meets the minimum hours required by the programme. Shorter stops are well spent exploring the terminals, enjoying a meal, or relaxing in one of the many seating zones and lounges. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Johannesburg operates on South Africa Standard Time, which is UTC+2 all year and does not use daylight saving time. Taipei uses Taiwan Standard Time, which is UTC+8 and also does not observe daylight saving time. Taipei is therefore 6 hours ahead of Johannesburg throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Taipei Taoyuan International Airport when flying from Johannesburg 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 (Johannesburg–Singapore and Singapore–Taipei) 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 Taipei 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 Johannesburg–Taipei 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.