Flights from Dubai (DXB) to China

Yes, you will be served meals on flights from Dubai to China. On board, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with carefully designed menus and a choice of main courses suited to the length of each sector. Special meals are available when requested in advance, so you can tailor your dining to your needs. On selected cabins and routes, you may also be able to pre-select your main course with our Book the Cook service from Singapore. A range of hot and cold beverages is offered throughout the flight, including soft drinks and juices, along with our signature Singapore Sling on selected flights.

Flights between Dubai and China via Singapore follow the piece concept for checked baggage on most itineraries. In Economy Class, you can typically check in at least one piece of baggage within a set weight limit. Premium Economy Class, where available on the Dubai–Singapore sector, offers a higher checked baggage allowance. Business Class and First Class provide more generous checked baggage limits and priority handling. For cabin baggage, all customers may bring at least one piece on board within size and weight limits, with additional allowances in premium cabins. Exact entitlements depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status, so please check your booking for details.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Dubai to China once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, 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 choose from paid plans on eligible aircraft. 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 Dubai to China, cabin options include First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. The Dubai–Singapore sector on the Boeing 777-300ER offers First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. On connecting flights from Singapore, services on the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Boeing 787-10, and Airbus A350-900 offer Business Class and Economy Class. Cabin configurations may therefore differ between your long- and medium-haul sectors.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width on most aircraft. Premium Economy Class, available on the Dubai–Singapore Boeing 777-300ER sector, offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width. Business Class across the Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 737-8 MAX, Boeing 787-10, and Airbus A350-900 features a fully flat bed on long-haul aircraft and lie-flat or deeply reclining seats with direct aisle access on widebody jets. First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER offers a wide, fully flat bed with extra personal space. Exact configurations can vary slightly by aircraft and route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to China. 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 Dubai to China connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed for comfortable, easy transfers. For a shorter layover, you can relax in themed gardens, visit quiet rest areas, or enjoy the airport s dining and shopping options spread across the terminals. On a longer connection, you may be able to join a free transit tour into the city if your schedule and entry requirements allow. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Dubai operates on Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4). Most major cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, Hangzhou, and Xiamen, follow China Standard Time (UTC+8). This means China is typically 4 hours ahead of Dubai throughout the year, as neither observes daylight saving time.

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