Flights from Busan (PUS) to Christchurch (CHC)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and snacks in all cabins on your flights from Busan to Christchurch via Singapore, with menus designed to suit the time of day and sector length.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through your booking, and we recommend doing so at least 48 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins and sectors between Busan and Christchurch, you can pre-select your main course from a curated Book the Cook menu. This allows you to choose your preferred dish ahead of time for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold beverages is served throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, giving you a taste of Singapore in the sky.

For flights between Busan and Christchurch, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class passengers have 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers have 35kg, and Business Class passengers have 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. Your final 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 from Busan to Christchurch once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. Wi-Fi 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. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Busan to Singapore sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Christchurch Airbus A350-900 sector, Economy Class provides a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

You can select seats on your Busan to Christchurch journey via Singapore, subject to the conditions of your fare type and cabin. Seat selection is available for both the Boeing 737-8 MAX sector between Busan and Singapore and the Airbus A350-900 sector between Singapore and Christchurch through Manage Booking.

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.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy extensive airside facilities, including indoor gardens, quiet rest areas, entertainment zones, and a wide range of dining and shopping options. For longer layovers of about 5.5 hours or more, you may consider joining an official transit tour into the city, subject to eligibility and timing. For shorter stops, staying airside allows you to make the most of comfortable seating, showers, and relaxation spaces. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Busan (Gimhae) International Airport, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use partner facilities such as the Air Busan Lounge, subject to their cabin class or frequent flyer status. Please check your boarding pass or with our airport staff on the day of travel for access details.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may be able to access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Our staff at the departure gate or check-in counters will guide you to the appropriate lounge.

Busan is in the Asia/Seoul time zone (UTC+9) and does not observe daylight saving time. Christchurch is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone, observing UTC+12 in standard time (roughly April to September) and UTC+13 during daylight saving time (roughly late September to early April). This means Christchurch is usually 3 to 4 hours ahead of Busan, depending on the month.

If your flights from Busan to Christchurch are booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, you will usually remain in transit at Singapore Changi Airport and will not clear immigration. You simply follow the transfer signs to your next departure gate, unless airport staff advise otherwise.

Our schedules are designed to provide sufficient transfer time at Singapore Changi Airport for the connection from Busan to Christchurch. Minimum connection times vary by terminal and gate, so we recommend booking a through ticket on singaporeair.com, where suitable layovers are built into your itinerary.

Christchurch has distinct seasons, so we recommend packing light layers that you can add or remove easily. In summer, include breathable clothing, a light jacket, and sun protection. In cooler months, bring a warm coat, knitwear, and closed shoes. Always check the latest local forecast before you travel.

If your journey from Busan to Christchurch is on a single Singapore Airlines ticket, we will normally check your baggage through to your final destination at Busan check-in. Your baggage tags and boarding passes will show Christchurch as the final point; please confirm this with our staff when you check in.