Flights from Xiamen (XMN) to New York (NYC)

In-flight Dining
On the Xiamen to Singapore and Singapore to New York sectors, you will be served meals designed for long journeys, with menus that reflect both Asian and international flavours and are timed to help you settle into the flight.

Special Meals
We offer a selection of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance through our Manage Booking portal or your travel agent. These are prepared to meet a range of dietary needs and are served before standard meals where possible.

Book the Cook
On eligible flights and in eligible cabins on this route, you can pre-select your main course from our Book the Cook service before departure. This allows you to enjoy a wider choice of dishes, freshly prepared and served on board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside a curated list of wines and other beverages.

For flights between Xiamen and New York, the piece concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg, Premium Economy Class passengers 2 pieces, each up to 23kg, and Business Class passengers 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual piece must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final baggage allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Xiamen to Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to New York sector, 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.

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 Xiamen but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

In Singapore (SIN), eligible passengers may be able to use facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and status.

Singapore Changi Airport is well suited to layovers, with themed gardens, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining. If you have at least about 5.5 to 6 hours between flights, you may be able to join the airports official free transit tour into the city, subject to eligibility and timings. For shorter connections, you can enjoy facilities such as quiet zones, transit hotels, and family-friendly play areas without leaving the terminal. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Xiamen follows China Standard Time (UTC+8) year-round. New York uses Eastern Time, which is Eastern Standard Time (UTC-5) from roughly November to March, and Eastern Daylight Time (UTC-4) from roughly March to November. This means New York is 13 hours behind Xiamen in winter and 12 hours behind in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to New York when flying from Xiamen 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 (Xiamen–Singapore and Singapore–New York) 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 New York 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 Xiamen–New York 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.