Flights from Paris (CDG) to Johannesburg (JNB)

In-flight Dining
On the Paris–Singapore and Singapore–Johannesburg sectors, you will be served full meals tailored to the time of day and route, with complimentary dining in Economy Class and enhanced options in Premium Economy Class and Business Class.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals, which you can request in advance to suit your dietary needs. These are best reserved at least 48 hours before departure to ensure availability on both sectors of your journey.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on the Paris–Singapore and Singapore–Johannesburg flights can use our Book the Cook service, allowing you to pre-select from a curated menu of main courses for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including wines and spirits, is available on board, along with our signature Singapore Sling cocktail, which you can enjoy during your flight on this route.

For flights between Paris and Johannesburg, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (25kg on Lite/Value fares, 30kg on Standard/Flexi), Premium Economy Class (35kg), Business Class (40kg), and First Class (50kg) on the Paris–Singapore sector. 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 and First Class (2 pieces, each up to 7kg). The final allowance for your ticket 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 Paris to Johannesburg once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Paris–Singapore and Singapore–Johannesburg sectors, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, and Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on all services. On selected Paris–Singapore flights operated by the Boeing 777-300ER, First Class is available with a spacious fully flat bed.

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 Paris but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Singapore Changi Airport offers abundant ways to relax and refresh between your Paris and Johannesburg flights. With themed gardens, quiet rest areas, art installations, play zones, and even a pool in selected terminals, you can choose between peaceful corners and more active spaces. For longer layovers, you may join a free official transit tour into the city if you meet the minimum connection time, giving you a taste of Singapore before your onward journey. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Paris operates on Central European Time (UTC+1) in winter and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) roughly from late March to late October. Johannesburg stays on South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) all year. This means Johannesburg is 1 hour ahead of Paris in winter, and the same time as Paris in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg when flying from Paris 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 (Paris–Singapore and Singapore–Johannesburg) 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 Johannesburg 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 Paris–Johannesburg 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.