Flights from Shenzhen (SZX) to United States Of America

Yes, meals are served on Singapore Airlines flights from Shenzhen to the United States of America. On the Shenzhen–Singapore sector and onward long-haul flight, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with curated menus featuring regional and international dishes. Special meals for various dietary needs are available when requested in advance. On selected cabins ex-Singapore, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service to pre-select main courses. A full beverage service, including juices, soft drinks, tea, coffee, and a selection of wines and spirits along with our signature Singapore Sling, is offered on board.

Flights between China and the United States of America generally use the piece concept for checked baggage. On these routes, checked baggage allowances vary by cabin class, with higher limits for Business Class compared with Premium Economy Class and Economy Class. Cabin baggage is limited by both size and weight, and you should ensure your bags comply with the restrictions for your ticket type. For exact allowances linked to your booking, please refer to your e-ticket or our baggage information page before you travel.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Shenzhen to the United States of America 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 make sure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase paid Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Shenzhen to Singapore, you can choose between Business Class and Economy Class on the Boeing 737-8 MAX. From Singapore to Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, the Airbus A350-900 offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. From Singapore to New York, the Airbus A350-900 operates with Business Class and Premium Economy Class. Cabin availability may differ by route and date, so please check your preferred flight when booking.

On flights from Shenzhen to the United States of America, Economy Class seats typically offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, giving you comfortable legroom for long journeys. Premium Economy Class, available on selected Airbus A350-900 routes, provides a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width for extra space. In Business Class on both Boeing 737-8 MAX and Airbus A350-900 services, you can enjoy a fully flat bed with generous personal space and direct aisle access on long-haul sectors. Configuration and specific seat details can vary slightly by aircraft and route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to United States of America. 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 Shenzhen to the United States of America connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed for comfortable transit. For shorter layovers, you can relax in quiet rest areas, enjoy gardens, take a swim, or explore the airport’s shops and dining. On longer connections, you may join one of the airport’s free transit tours into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, or book an airport hotel for rest between flights. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Shenzhen follows China Standard Time (UTC+8). Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles usually follow Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter and UTC−7 from roughly March to early November during daylight saving time. New York follows Eastern Time, UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 in daylight saving months, meaning it is typically 13 hours behind Shenzhen in winter and 12 hours behind in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in United States of America 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 United States of America, 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.