Flights from Tokyo (TYO) to New Zealand

Yes, meals are served on all flights from Tokyo to New Zealand. You can enjoy in-flight dining with multi-course meals and snacks tailored to the time of day and route. A wide range of special meals is available when you request one in advance. On eligible premium cabins, selected routes from Tokyo and Singapore also offer Book the Cook, allowing you to pre-select main courses before departure. A full beverage service, including wines, spirits, and the signature Singapore Sling, is available in most cabins, with soft drinks, juices, coffee, and tea offered throughout the flight.

Flights between Japan and New Zealand generally use the weight-concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can usually check in up to 25 kg; in Premium Economy Class, up to 35 kg; and in Business Class, up to 40 kg. First Class customers typically enjoy an allowance of up to 50 kg. Checked baggage allowances may vary depending on your fare type and KrisFlyer membership, so please refer to your ticket for exact entitlements. For cabin baggage, you may bring one piece in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and up to two pieces in Business Class and First Class, within the published size and weight limits.

Wi-Fi is available on most flights from Tokyo to New Zealand once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, as long as your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can choose from paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the journey from Tokyo to New Zealand, you can choose from First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on selected Tokyo–Singapore flights. On the onward sectors from Singapore to Auckland and Christchurch, cabins include Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Specific cabin configurations may vary by aircraft and departure time, so you can review available options when selecting your flights.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches, with up to 19 inches of seat width, offering comfortable legroom for long journeys. Premium Economy Class provides approximately 38 inches of seat pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width, with a wider seat and extra recline. Business Class offers a fully flat bed with generous personal space and direct aisle access on the aircraft used for these routes. First Class on selected Tokyo–Singapore flights features a fully flat bed and an enhanced sense of privacy. Cabin configurations may differ slightly depending on whether you fly on Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 787-10, or Airbus A350-900 aircraft.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to New Zealand. 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 Tokyo to New Zealand connect at Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive airside attractions and services. For shorter layovers, you can enjoy themed gardens, quiet rest areas, showers, and a wide choice of dining and shopping within the terminals. With a longer connection, you may join one of the airport's free transit tours into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, or relax in a hotel within or near the terminals. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Tokyo operates on Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) year-round. Auckland and Christchurch usually observe New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) in winter and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) in summer. Daylight saving time typically runs from late September to early April, during which New Zealand is four hours ahead of Tokyo; outside these months, New Zealand is three hours ahead.

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