Flights from Manila (MNL) to Australia

Yes, meals are served on flights from Manila to Australia. You can enjoy regionally inspired and international dishes, with full meal services on both the Manila–Singapore and Singapore–Australia sectors. We offer a range of special meals that can be requested in advance to suit various dietary needs. On eligible premium cabins for selected routes, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service to pre-select main courses before departure. A curated beverage selection, including wines, spirits, juices, and our signature Singapore Sling on selected flights, is also available.

Flights between the Philippines and Australia generally use the weight concept. For routes between Manila and Australia, baggage allowances vary by cabin class and your KrisFlyer or partner frequent flyer status. Across these routes, Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class are offered on selected sectors, each with its own checked baggage allowance and cabin baggage entitlement. You can view the specific allowance for your ticket during booking or in Manage Booking, as limits depend on fare type and membership tier.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Manila to Australia once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and 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 onboard. The connection is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the combined journey from Manila to Australia, cabin options can include Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class. Manila–Singapore sectors on the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 offer Business Class and Economy Class, while onward flights from Singapore to Sydney and some other cities may add Premium Economy Class and First Class, depending on the aircraft and route. Not all cabin classes are available on every sector, so you will see the specific options when you select your flights.

On flights from Manila to Australia, Economy Class seats generally offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class, available on selected Australian routes, offers about a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft, and First Class, available on certain services such as those operated by the Boeing 777-300ER, provides a spacious fully flat bed with enhanced privacy. Specific cabin layouts can vary slightly by aircraft type and route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Australia. 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 Australia connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For shorter layovers, you can relax in quiet zones, enjoy gardens and art installations, or sample a variety of dining options and shops within the terminals. With a longer connection, you may have time to explore more of the airport's attractions, such as viewing decks or themed spaces, or simply freshen up and rest before your next flight. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Manila operates on Philippine Time (UTC+8). Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane use Australian Eastern Time, which is typically 2 hours ahead (UTC+10) and 3 hours ahead during daylight saving time in Sydney and Melbourne (roughly October to early April). Adelaide follows Australian Central Time, usually 1.5 hours ahead (UTC+9:30) and 2.5 hours ahead in its daylight saving months. Perth runs on Australian Western Time (UTC+8), usually the same time as Manila. Cairns generally follows Australian Eastern Standard Time without daylight saving, so it is usually 2 hours ahead of Manila. Darwin uses Australian Central Standard Time (UTC+9:30) without daylight saving, making it 1.5 hours ahead of Manila.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in Australia 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 Australia, 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.