Flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Philippines

Yes, meals are served on flights from Zurich to the Philippines. On the long-haul Zurich–Singapore sector you can enjoy our in-flight dining with regional and international dishes tailored to each cabin, followed by a further meal service on the Singapore–Philippines sector. We offer special meals that can be requested in advance to suit different dietary needs. For selected premium cabins, you may be able to choose from Book the Cook options on eligible sectors, allowing you to pre-select a main course created by our panel of chefs. A full beverage service is available, including juices, soft drinks, wines, spirits, coffee, tea, and our signature Singapore Sling on most routes.

Flights between Zurich and the Philippines use the weight concept for checked baggage, as both Switzerland and the Philippines are outside the Americas. Allowances vary by cabin: Economy Class includes a standard checked baggage allowance, Premium Economy Class offers an increased allowance, and First Class and Business Class include a more generous allowance again. All customers may bring cabin baggage within size and weight limits appropriate to their cabin. For full details based on your specific booking, please refer to your e-ticket or our baggage information page.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Zurich to the Philippines once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, provided your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional devices can use paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the journey from Zurich to the Philippines, you may experience different cabin configurations on each sector. The Zurich–Singapore sector offers First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. The onward flights from Singapore to Manila or Cebu offer Business Class and Economy Class. The exact combination for your trip will depend on your chosen itinerary.

On flights between Zurich and the Philippines, Economy Class seats offer around 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Premium Economy Class on the Zurich–Singapore sector provides about 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds, with direct aisle access on long-haul flights and spacious recliner or flat-bed style seating on regional services. First Class on the Zurich–Singapore sector provides a fully flat bed with enhanced privacy. Exact configurations can vary slightly by aircraft type and route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to the Philippines. 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 journeys from Zurich to the Philippines connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join the airport's free transit tour, subject to eligibility and timing, or explore attractions such as indoor gardens, walking trails, and a rooftop pool. For shorter connections, stay airside and enjoy quiet rest areas, showers, shopping, and a wide choice of dining. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Zurich follows Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2, typically late March to late October). Manila and Cebu follow Philippine Time (UTC+8) year-round and do not observe daylight saving. This means the Philippines is usually 7 hours ahead of Zurich in winter and 6 hours ahead in summer.

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