Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Spain

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides meals on flights from Riyadh to Spain. In-flight dining features regionally inspired and international dishes, served according to your cabin class and time of flight. You can request special meals in advance to meet medical, vegetarian, or other non-religious preferences. On eligible sectors and in selected premium cabins, Book the Cook lets you pre-select main courses crafted by our chefs. A full beverage service is available, including juices, soft drinks, hot drinks, and a selection of alcoholic beverages, with our signature Singapore Sling served on many flights.

Flights between Saudi Arabia and Spain follow the weight-concept baggage policy. In Economy Class you typically enjoy a generous checked baggage allowance, with a higher allowance in Premium Economy Class and Business Class. Cabin baggage is limited to one piece in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and up to two pieces in Business Class, within size and weight limits. Exact allowances are shown on your ticket and may vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Riyadh to Spain 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 add your membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase Wi-Fi plans onboard. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers reliably.

On the Riyadh–Singapore–Spain route, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, or Business Class. The Riyadh–Singapore sector offers Business Class and Economy Class, while the onward Singapore–Barcelona sector offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, so available cabins may differ by segment.

In Economy Class you can expect around 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, providing good legroom for the journey. Premium Economy Class, available on the Singapore–Barcelona sector, offers about 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width for added space. In Business Class on the Airbus A350-900, your seat converts into a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, giving ample room to stretch out on both sectors.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Spain. 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 journeys from Riyadh to Spain with Singapore Airlines connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, or relax in airport gardens, rest areas, and quiet zones. Shorter connections are well spent exploring Changi's terminals, with art installations, play areas, and a wide range of dining and retail all located airside for convenience. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Riyadh operates on Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) year-round. Most of Spain, including Barcelona, uses Central European Time (UTC+1) in winter and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) from late March to late October. This means Spain is usually 2 hours behind Riyadh in winter and 1 hour behind in summer.

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