Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Beijing (BJS)

In-flight Dining
On the Manchester to Singapore and Singapore to Beijing sectors, you will be served meals appropriate to the time of day, with a choice of main course in all cabin classes.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals that can be requested in advance, allowing you to choose options that match your dietary needs or preferences before you fly.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on selected sectors can pre-order from our Book the Cook menu, giving you additional main course choices prepared especially for your flight.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee, is available throughout the flight, and our signature Singapore Sling is available on board.

For flights between Manchester and Beijing, the weight concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, Lite and Value fares include 25kg, and Standard and Flexi fares include 30kg. Premium Economy Class includes 35kg, and Business Class includes 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet on both the Manchester–Singapore and Singapore–Beijing sectors. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. Connectivity is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Manchester to Singapore Airbus A350-900 sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Beijing Airbus A350-900 sector, Economy Class also offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, and Business Class again offers 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 Manchester but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore (SIN), eligible customers may use facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and KrisFlyer Gold Lounge.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent on an official free city tour if you meet the minimum transit time, which is typically around 5.5 to 6 hours. This allows you to see highlights of Singapore before returning comfortably to the airport. For shorter connections, you can relax in Changi Airport’s themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and entertainment zones, or make use of transit hotels and spa facilities between flights. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Manchester follows UK time, which is UTC+0 in winter (Greenwich Mean Time) and UTC+1 in summer (British Summer Time, roughly late March to late October). Beijing operates on China Standard Time all year, which is UTC+8. This means Beijing is 8 hours ahead of Manchester in winter, and 7 hours ahead in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Beijing when flying from Manchester 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 (Manchester–Singapore and Singapore–Beijing) 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 Beijing 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 Manchester–Beijing 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.