Flights from Xiamen (XMN) to United Arab Emirates

Yes, Singapore Airlines offers meals on flights from Xiamen to the United Arab Emirates. On these services, you can look forward to in-flight dining with thoughtfully prepared meals designed for the time of day and route. Special meals are available for a range of needs when requested in advance. On eligible sectors and in selected premium cabins, you can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select main courses from a curated menu. A full beverage service, including juices, soft drinks, hot drinks, and our signature Singapore Sling, is available on board.

Flights between China and the United Arab Emirates generally use the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you usually have a checked baggage allowance starting from 25kg. In Premium Economy Class, the allowance is higher, and in Business Class and First Class, it is higher again to reflect the premium cabins. All customers may bring cabin baggage on board, with the number of pieces and weight depending on the cabin class. Exact allowances for your ticket are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Xiamen to the United Arab Emirates once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, 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 users can purchase Wi-Fi 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 the Xiamen to Singapore sector, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class on the Boeing 737-8 MAX. On the Singapore to Dubai sector, you can choose from First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class on the Boeing 777-300ER. The exact cabin options for your journey depend on the combination of flights you book.

In Economy Class, you can expect around 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width for comfortable legroom on these routes. Premium Economy Class, available between Singapore and Dubai, offers about 38-inch seat pitch and up to 20-inch seat width for extra space. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul sectors, while First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER also offers a fully flat bed and additional personal space. Cabin configurations may vary slightly by aircraft.

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 journeys from Xiamen to the United Arab Emirates connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can consider a free transit tour of the city when available, or simply relax in the airport's gardens, rest areas, and dining zones. Shorter connections are easily spent exploring Changi's terminals, which offer play areas, art, and quiet corners for working or resting. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Xiamen follows China Standard Time (UTC+8). Dubai uses Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Dubai is typically 4 hours behind Xiamen throughout the year.

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.