Flights from Munich (MUC) to New York (NYC)

In-flight Dining
On the Munich–Singapore and Singapore–New York sectors, you will be served full meal services appropriate to the time of day, with a choice of main courses and thoughtful touches designed for long-haul comfort.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance to meet specific dietary needs or preferences. These should be ordered before your flight through our website or your booking agent.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in premium cabins on this route can pre-select main courses from our Book the Cook service, adding more choice to your dining experience and helping you plan your meal before you travel.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks is available, including juices, soft drinks, tea, coffee, and a curated range of alcoholic beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is also served on board.

For flights between Munich and New York, our piece concept applies. In checked baggage, Economy Class guests are entitled to 2 pieces, each up to 23kg, and Premium Economy Class guests to 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class guests may check 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked piece must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact 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 from Munich to New York once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. 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 Munich–Singapore 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 features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore–New York sector, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class offers a fully flat bed, with every seat giving you direct aisle access for greater comfort on this ultra-long-haul flight.

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.

You may be able to access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge in Singapore Changi Airport, depending on your eligibility.

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

If you have a longer transit in Singapore, you can consider joining the official free city tour, which typically requires a layover of at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights. This gives you a brief glimpse of the city’s skyline and key districts before returning comfortably to the airport.

For shorter layovers, staying airside at Singapore Changi Airport is very comfortable, with themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and family-friendly spaces to stretch, relax, or freshen up. Some terminals also offer facilities such as swimming pools, cinemas, and transit hotels where you can book a room for a few hours.

Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Munich follows Central European Time (UTC+1) and observes daylight saving time as Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) from roughly late March to late October. New York observes Eastern Standard Time (UTC−5) and Eastern Daylight Time (UTC−4) over a similar period. During European winter, Munich is typically 6 hours ahead of New York, and during European summer, it is usually 6 hours ahead when both regions are on daylight saving time, with only short transition periods when the difference may be 5 or 7 hours.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to New York when flying from Munich 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 (Munich–Singapore and Singapore–New York) 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 New York 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 Munich–New York 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.