Flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Kochi (COK)

In-flight Dining
On Christchurch to Singapore and Singapore to Kochi flights, you will be served meals designed for the time of day and sector length, with a choice of main courses and thoughtfully planned menus in each cabin.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals for various dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our website or your travel agent so we can prepare them for your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on selected sectors of this route may be able to use our Book the Cook service, allowing you to reserve specific main courses before departure, subject to aircraft and cabin type.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks, including soft drinks, juices, and selected alcoholic beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board.

For flights between Christchurch and Kochi, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class passengers have 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares; Premium Economy Class passengers have 35kg; Business Class passengers have 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are 1 piece up to 7kg for Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and 2 pieces, each up to 7kg, for Business Class. Your exact baggage allowance 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 on this route 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 suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Christchurch to Singapore Airbus A350-900 sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Kochi Boeing 737-8 MAX sector, Economy Class has a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed 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.

Eligible customers may be able to use facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at Singapore Changi Airport, subject to operating hours and capacity.

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

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent on one of the free transit tours into the city, which typically require at least about 5.5 to 6 hours of transit time. These tours offer a stress-free way to see highlights of Singapore without managing your own transport. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside and enjoy landscaped gardens, rest zones, and quiet seating areas. There are also entertainment zones, children’s play areas, and airport hotels where you can rest, swim, or freshen up between flights. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Christchurch follows New Zealand Standard Time (NZST, UTC+12) in winter and New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13) roughly from late September to early April. Kochi follows India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) all year. This means Kochi is usually 6.5 hours behind Christchurch in winter and 7.5 hours behind in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Cochin International Airport when flying from Christchurch 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 (Christchurch–Singapore and Singapore–Kochi) 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 Kochi 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 Christchurch–Kochi 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.