Flights from Colombo (CMB) to Christchurch (CHC)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Colombo to Singapore and Singapore to Christchurch sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and a balance of familiar options.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals for specific dietary requirements on this route. These should be requested in advance through your booking or our customer service team so we can prepare them for your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on this route can use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, selecting from an expanded menu before departure for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, you can enjoy hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside a curated selection of wines and other beverages.

For flights between Colombo and Christchurch, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class passengers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers may check 35kg, and Business Class passengers may check 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are 1 piece up to 7kg in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and 2 pieces up to 7kg each in Business Class. Your final allowance is indicated on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Colombo to Christchurch once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should ensure their KrisFlyer number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Colombo to Singapore sectors operated by the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Christchurch Airbus A350-900 flights, Economy Class also provides a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class features 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.

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 Colombo but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible passengers may be invited to use the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities that make layovers comfortable and engaging. With a longer connection, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city, which generally requires at least a 5.5-hour layover to participate. For shorter layovers, you can enjoy themed gardens, rest zones, walking trails, and family areas within the terminals, or simply relax at your gate area. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Colombo operates on Sri Lanka Standard Time, which is UTC+5:30 and does not observe daylight saving time. Christchurch uses New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) from late autumn to winter, and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) from spring to early autumn. This means Christchurch is 6.5 hours ahead of Colombo during New Zealand winter, and 7.5 hours ahead during New Zealand summer.

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