Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Philippines

Yes, meals are served on Singapore Airlines flights from Auckland to the Philippines. On the long-haul Auckland–Singapore sector, you can enjoy in-flight dining with regionally inspired menus and a choice of main courses, along with light bites on selected services. Special meals can be requested in advance to suit many dietary needs. On eligible cabins and routes, Book the Cook allows you to pre-select curated main courses before you fly. A full beverage service, including wines, spirits, beers, soft drinks, and our signature Singapore Sling, is also available on board.

Flights between New Zealand and the Philippines follow the weight concept for checked baggage. Allowances depend on your cabin class and KrisFlyer membership tier. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you are entitled to a set weight allowance, while Business Class offers a higher allowance. All travellers may also bring cabin baggage within size and piece limits. You can view your exact allowance during booking or on your e-ticket.

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, unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional usage can be covered with paid plans. The connection is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Auckland–Singapore sector, you can choose from Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. On the onward flights from Singapore to Manila and Cebu, cabins include Business Class and Economy Class. The exact combination of cabin classes for your journey will depend on the aircraft scheduled for each sector.

Legroom on these routes depends on your chosen cabin class. Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch seat pitch with up to 20-inch seat width on the Auckland–Singapore sector. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on both Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 737-8 MAX services. Cabin configurations may vary slightly between the long-haul and regional sectors.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to 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 journeys from Auckland to the Philippines connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers gardens, art installations, and rest areas within the terminals. For shorter layovers, you can relax in quiet zones, visit a butterfly or cactus garden, shop, or freshen up with a shower. With a longer connection and sufficient time, eligible travellers can join the free Changi transit tour to see highlights of Singapore. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

The Philippines uses a single time zone, Philippine Time (UTC+8), for both Manila and Cebu. Auckland is typically 4 hours ahead during New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) from late April to late September, and 5 hours ahead during New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) from late September to early April.

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