Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Philippines

Yes, meals are served on flights from Auckland to the Philippines. On the long-haul Auckland–Singapore sector, you can enjoy in-flight dining with regionally inspired dishes and familiar international options, followed by a meal or snack on the onward flight.

You can request special meals in advance to meet many medical or personal preferences, which we will serve on both sectors of your journey. These must be ordered before your flight, and we recommend doing so at the time of booking.

On eligible routes and cabins, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, choosing your main course before departure for a more personalised dining experience. A full beverage service is available, including wines, spirits, juices, soft drinks, and our signature Singapore Sling on selected flights.

Flights between New Zealand and the Philippines use the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can usually check at least one piece of checked baggage within the standard allowance. Premium Economy Class and Business Class enjoy higher checked baggage allowances.

All passengers may bring cabin baggage on board, with allowances varying by cabin class. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can typically take one cabin bag plus a small personal item, while Business Class allows more cabin baggage.

Exact allowances depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer status, so please check your e-ticket or the Singapore Airlines website before you travel.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Auckland to the Philippines once the aircraft is 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.

If you are not a KrisFlyer member, or prefer not to register, paid Wi-Fi plans are available on board on selected aircraft. You can usually purchase access directly from your seatback screen or via the onboard network.

The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Auckland to Singapore, flights generally offer Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. This gives you a choice between added space and privacy or a more casual, value-focused journey.

From Singapore to Manila, flights usually feature Business Class and Economy Class. From Singapore to Cebu, services typically offer Business Class and Economy Class as well.

Cabin availability can vary by flight and aircraft, so please refer to the booking interface to see which cabins are offered on your chosen dates.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches, with seat widths up to 19 inches, giving you practical comfort for the long-haul and regional sectors. Seats are ergonomically designed to support you through the journey.

Premium Economy Class, available on the Auckland–Singapore sector, offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width, with extra recline and leg support. This cabin balances added space with a relaxed atmosphere.

Business Class provides a fully flat bed on the Airbus A350-900 long-haul sector, with direct aisle access from every seat. On regional flights in Business Class, you still enjoy generous space and a lie-flat or deeply reclining seat, depending on aircraft configuration.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to the Philippines. 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 flights from Auckland to the Philippines connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive amenities for different layover lengths. For shorter connections, you can enjoy lush indoor gardens, quiet rest areas, showers, and a wide range of dining and shopping options, all within the transit area.

If you have a longer layover, you may join one of Changi Airport's free transit tours, subject to timing and eligibility, to get a brief introduction to Singapore. Alternatively, you might choose to relax in an airport hotel or lounge and freshen up between flights.

Whichever option you choose, you will find that your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Auckland operates on New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) and observes daylight saving time, moving to UTC+13 roughly from late September to early April. Manila and Cebu follow Philippine Time (UTC+8) with no daylight saving.

From late September to early April, Auckland is typically 5 hours ahead of Manila and Cebu. From early April to late September, Auckland is usually 4 hours ahead.

Always check the exact local times near your travel dates, especially around the start and end of New Zealand's daylight saving period.

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