Flights from Male (MLE) to Manchester (MAN)

In-flight Dining
On Male–Singapore and Singapore–Manchester sectors, you will be served meals appropriate to the time of day, with a choice of main courses and thoughtful touches designed for long-haul comfort.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet various dietary needs. You can request these in advance through our Manage Booking portal, subject to availability on your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in selected premium cabins on this route can pre-order curated main courses through our Book the Cook service, available from departure airports where the service is offered.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks is available, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also served on board.

For flights between Male and Manchester, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (Lite and Value fares: 25kg; Standard and Flexi: 30kg), Premium Economy Class (35kg), and Business Class (40kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class (1 piece up to 7kg), and Business Class (2 pieces, each up to 7kg). Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members have additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Male to Manchester once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It 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 Male–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 services that also feature Premium Economy Class, seats offer a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch width. On the Singapore–Manchester sector, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class have the same generous seat dimensions, while Business Class offers a fully flat bed at every seat 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 Male but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Singapore Changi Airport is well suited to spending your layover comfortably. With butterfly and sunflower gardens, quiet rest zones, and art installations, you can walk, relax, or simply enjoy the architecture between flights. For shorter layovers, staying airside gives you quick access to dining, retail, and transit hotels. If you have a longer connection that meets the minimum hours set by official transit tour programmes, you may be able to join a guided city tour, subject to current operating conditions and eligibility. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Male follows Maldives Time (UTC+5) and does not observe daylight saving time. Manchester follows Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0) from late October to late March, making Manchester 5 hours behind Male. From late March to late October, Manchester observes British Summer Time (UTC+1), making it 4 hours behind Male.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Manchester Airport when flying from Male 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 (Male–Singapore and Singapore–Manchester) 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 Manchester 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 Male–Manchester 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.