Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Shanghai (PVG)

In-flight Dining
On Melbourne–Singapore and Singapore–Shanghai sectors, you will be served meals appropriate to the time of day, with a selection of main courses and accompaniments designed to suit the length of each flight.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals that can be requested in advance, catering to different dietary preferences and needs. These should be ordered before your flight through Manage Booking or your travel agent.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins for the Melbourne–Singapore sector, you can pre-select from a wider range of main courses using our Book the Cook service, adding more choice to your in-flight dining experience.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, a range of hot and cold drinks is available, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board for you to enjoy during your flight.

For Melbourne–Shanghai flights, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (25kg on Lite/Value fares, 30kg on Standard/Flexi), Premium Economy Class (35kg), Business Class (40kg), and Suites or First Class (50kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are: one piece up to 7kg in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and two pieces each up to 7kg in Business Class, First Class, and Suites. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on board once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet on flights between Melbourne, Singapore, and Shanghai. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase paid 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 both the Melbourne–Singapore and Singapore–Shanghai sectors, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, providing good comfort for the journey. Business Class on all sectors features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access from every seat. On Melbourne–Singapore services, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, while First Class and Suites provide a fully flat bed and additional personal space for rest.

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 Melbourne but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore (SIN), eligible customers may be invited to The Private Room, SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a wide range of ways to spend your layover, from indoor gardens and art installations to quiet rest areas and shower facilities. With a longer connection, you can consider joining one of the airports official transit tour programmes, which usually require several hours of layover time. For shorter layovers, staying airside lets you enjoy playgrounds, viewing decks, and an extensive choice of dining and shopping close to your departure gate. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Melbourne follows Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) from around late April to early October, and Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) from around early October to late April. Shanghai uses China Standard Time (UTC+8) year-round. This means Shanghai is 2 hours behind Melbourne during Melbourne winter, and 3 hours behind during Melbourne summer.

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