Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Beijing (BJS)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals on both the Seattle to Singapore and Singapore to Beijing sectors, with menus that reflect regional flavours and international favourites. Meal times are planned around the time zones you cross to support a more comfortable long-haul journey.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals to meet different dietary preferences or medical needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our website or your booking agent so that we can prepare them before departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in premium cabins on selected Airbus A350-900 services can take advantage of our Book the Cook service, allowing you to reserve from an expanded menu of main courses before your flight, subject to availability and route.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and a choice of alcoholic beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board, offering a distinctive taste of our heritage in the air.

For flights between Seattle and Beijing, our baggage policy uses the piece concept as the journey involves the United States of America. In checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may take 2 pieces, each up to 23kg, while Premium Economy Class and Business Class passengers may take 2 pieces, each up to 32kg, with any single piece not exceeding 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, and Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final allowance for your trip will be 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 Seattle to Beijing once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited Wi-Fi; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can choose from paid plans. The service is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Seattle to Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat.

On the Singapore to Beijing sector, also operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a similar 32-inch pitch with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class again provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. This ensures a consistently comfortable experience across both legs of your journey.

From Seattle to Singapore, you can choose to travel in Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900. From Singapore to Beijing, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900, with seamless connections between flights.

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.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive ways to spend your layover, from indoor gardens and art installations to rest areas and play spaces. If you have at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights, you may consider joining an official transit tour to see highlights of the city, subject to availability and entry requirements.

For shorter layovers, it is easy to stay airside and enjoy quiet zones, shower facilities, airport hotels, and a wide variety of dining and shopping. There are also attractions such as viewing decks and themed zones that help the time pass comfortably. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, eligible Singapore Airlines passengers may be able to use The Club at SEA, depending on their cabin class and frequent flyer status. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers can access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, with access determined by your onward boarding pass and membership tier.

For most through-ticketed itineraries from Seattle to Beijing with Singapore Airlines, we check your baggage through from Seattle to your final destination in Beijing, so you do not need to collect it in Singapore. You should confirm through-check at check-in, especially if your journey involves separate tickets.

Seattle follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 in winter (approximately November to March) and UTC-7 in summer (approximately March to November). Beijing follows China Standard Time year-round at UTC+8. This means Beijing is typically 16 hours ahead of Seattle in winter and 15 hours ahead in summer.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of visit. We recommend that you check with the relevant embassies, consulates, or official government websites well before departure to confirm the documents you need for entry into China and for any transit stops.

For international departures from Seattle to Beijing via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows sufficient time for check-in, baggage drop, security screening, and reaching the boarding gate.

On the Airbus A350-900 between Seattle, Singapore, and Beijing, you can expect in-seat power outlets or USB ports at most seats, allowing you to keep devices charged during the flight. Wi-Fi is also available, so you can stay connected for messaging and light browsing while in the air.

To stay comfortable on this long journey, consider wearing light layers, staying hydrated, and stretching or walking around the cabin when it is safe to do so. Using the in-flight entertainment, resting between meals, and adjusting your watch to your destination time can also help you arrive feeling more settled.