Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to United Arab Emirates

Yes, meals are served on flights from Los Angeles to the United Arab Emirates. On these long-haul and regional sectors, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with thoughtfully designed menus and a choice of main courses, complemented by bread, dessert, and snacks on longer flights. You can request special meals in advance to suit selected dietary needs, and on eligible premium cabins you may be able to pre-select main courses through our Book the Cook service. A full beverage service is offered, including soft drinks, juices, hot drinks, and a selection of wines and spirits, along with our signature Singapore Sling on many flights.

Flights between Los Angeles and the United Arab Emirates follow the piece concept for checked baggage, as they include travel to and from the United States. Checked baggage allowances vary by cabin: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class include at least one checked bag, while Business Class and First Class include a higher number of pieces with greater weight limits. For cabin baggage, you may bring at least one carry-on item plus a personal item, with Business Class and First Class guests entitled to additional cabin baggage. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Los Angeles to the United Arab Emirates once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and 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 devices can use paid Wi-Fi plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On routes between Los Angeles and the United Arab Emirates, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, or First Class. The Los Angeles to Singapore sector on the Airbus A350-900 offers Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class, while the Singapore to Dubai sector on the Boeing 777-300ER offers Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class.

On flights from Los Angeles to the United Arab Emirates, Economy Class seats offer around a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Premium Economy Class provides about a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft, and First Class also offers a fully flat bed on routes where it is available. Cabin configurations may vary slightly between the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 777-300ER.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to the United Arab Emirates. 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 Los Angeles to the United Arab Emirates connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour (subject to eligibility and timing) to see highlights of Singapore, or explore the airport's indoor gardens, art installations, and themed zones. For shorter stays, relax in quiet areas, enjoy a meal from the wide range of dining options, or freshen up with shower facilities or a nap at an airport hotel. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (UTC-8, switching to UTC-7 from March to early November for daylight saving time). Dubai follows Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4) and does not observe daylight saving. This means Dubai is typically 12 hours ahead of Los Angeles during Pacific Standard Time, and 11 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in the United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates, 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.