Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Germany

Yes, meals are served on all flights from Melbourne to Germany. You can enjoy our in-flight dining service with curated menus and regional flavours, including full meals and light bites on longer sectors. Special meals are available on request before departure to suit various dietary needs. On eligible sectors and cabin classes, you may also be able to pre-select main courses through our Book the Cook service from a wider menu. A range of hot and cold beverages is served throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and alcoholic options, along with our signature Singapore Sling on selected routes.

Flights between Australia and Germany generally use the piece-concept baggage allowance. Across these routes, checked baggage allowances differ by cabin class, with higher allowances for Premium Economy Class, Business Class, First Class, and Suites compared with Economy Class. Cabin baggage limits also vary by cabin, with more generous allowances in the premium cabins. Your exact allowance is shown on your ticket and in your booking confirmation.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Germany once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please add your membership number to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure to enjoy this. Non-members can purchase paid plans on board. The service is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across routes from Melbourne to Germany, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, First Class, or Suites. Not every cabin is available on every sector: Suites are offered on selected Airbus A380-800 flights between Melbourne and Singapore, while First Class is offered on selected Boeing 777-300ER flights. The onward flights between Singapore and Frankfurt or Munich typically offer Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.

On these routes, Economy Class seats offer a pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class provides around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat. First Class offers a fully flat bed with extra personal space, while Suites on the Airbus A380-800 offer a fully flat bed in a private suite layout. Cabin configurations may differ slightly between the Airbus A350-900, Boeing 777-300ER, and Airbus A380-800 operating the various sectors.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at Singapore Changi Airport on connections to Germany. 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 Melbourne to Germany connect at Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour of the city, or explore airport attractions such as indoor gardens, walking trails, and rest areas. Shorter connections are easily spent airside, where you will find quiet zones, showers, spa facilities, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Frankfurt and Munich share the same time zone. They are typically 8 or 9 hours behind Melbourne, depending on the time of year. Germany observes daylight saving time from late March to late October, moving to Central European Summer Time, while Melbourne observes its own daylight saving schedule, so the exact offset between the cities shifts seasonally.

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