Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to South Korea

Yes, you will be served meals on flights from Riyadh to South Korea. On these long flights, our in-flight dining includes carefully prepared main meals and light bites, with choices that reflect regional and international flavours. You can request special meals in advance to suit selected dietary needs. Depending on your cabin and sector, you may be able to pre-select your main course before departure for added convenience. A full beverage service is available, including soft drinks, juices, hot drinks, and a selection of alcoholic beverages, along with our signature Singapore Sling on eligible sectors.

Flights between Saudi Arabia and South Korea are generally based on the weight concept. On routes from Riyadh, travellers in Economy Class typically enjoy a checked baggage allowance starting from 25kg, while Business Class offers a higher checked baggage allowance, usually from 40kg. All customers may also bring cabin baggage within size and piece limits appropriate to their cabin. Exact entitlements can vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status, so please check your ticket details or manage booking page for your specific allowance.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Riyadh to South Korea 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 users can choose from 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 flights between Riyadh and South Korea, Singapore Airlines offers Business Class and Economy Class. From Riyadh to Singapore, the Airbus A350-900 is configured with these cabins, and onward flights to Seoul or Busan on the Boeing 787-10 or Boeing 737-8 MAX also provide Business Class and Economy Class. Specific seating layouts may vary slightly by aircraft type.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width, designed for comfort on longer journeys. In Business Class, seats convert into fully flat beds, with direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 and lie-flat or angled-flat configurations with generous personal space on the Boeing 787-10 and Boeing 737-8 MAX, depending on aircraft layout.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to South Korea. 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 Riyadh to South Korea connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free city transit tour when timings permit, or explore the airport’s gardens, themed zones, and rest areas without leaving the terminal. Shorter connections can be spent enjoying the airport’s dining options, retail, and comfortable seating near your departure gate. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Riyadh operates on Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3). South Korea, including Seoul and Busan, uses Korea Standard Time (UTC+9). This means South Korean cities are typically 6 hours ahead of Riyadh throughout the year, as neither location currently observes daylight saving time.

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