Flights from Beijing (BJS) to United States Of America

Yes, meals are served on all flights from Beijing to the United States of America. On both the Beijing–Singapore and Singapore–United States of America sectors, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with multi-course meals inspired by regional flavours and international favourites. Special meals can be requested in advance to suit selected dietary preferences. In eligible premium cabins, Book the Cook allows you to pre-select your main course from a curated menu on certain sectors. A full beverage service, including wines, spirits, juices, soft drinks, teas, and freshly brewed coffee, is available, and you can also savour our signature Singapore Sling cocktail on board.

Flights between Beijing and the United States of America, via Singapore, generally use the piece-concept baggage system as they include sectors to or from the United States. Allowances depend on your cabin class and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can typically check at least two pieces of checked baggage up to a specified weight per piece. Business Class, First Class, and Suites guests enjoy a higher checked baggage allowance, also based on number of pieces and weight per piece. All customers may bring cabin baggage on board within size and weight limits that vary by cabin class. For exact allowances for your trip, please refer to your ticket details or our baggage information page.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Beijing to the United States of America, once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and 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 some fare types can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic web browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across routes from Beijing to the United States of America, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, First Class, or Suites, depending on the aircraft and sector. The Beijing–Singapore sector may offer Economy Class and Business Class, with some flights also featuring Premium Economy Class and First Class or Suites on the Boeing 777-300ER. The long-haul Singapore–United States of America sectors on the Airbus A350-900 offer Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class.

Legroom and seat space are designed for comfort on long journeys. In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers a more spacious 38-inch seat pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft. First Class and Suites feature fully flat beds with enhanced privacy and space. Cabin configurations can differ slightly between the Boeing 787-10, Airbus A350-900, and Boeing 777-300ER operating the Beijing–Singapore sector and the Airbus A350-900 on flights between Singapore and the United States of America.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to the 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 Beijing to the United States of America connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For layovers of a few hours, you can stay airside to enjoy indoor gardens, walking trails, relaxation zones, showers, and a wide range of dining and shopping. For longer transits, depending on your timing and entry requirements, you may be able to join a transit tour or briefly explore selected attractions nearby. Whether you choose to rest, shop, or stretch your legs, your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco are generally 16 hours behind Beijing when China is on China Standard Time and the United States observes daylight saving time (roughly March to early November), and 17 hours behind at other times. New York is usually 13 hours behind Beijing during daylight saving time and 14 hours behind outside those months. Daylight saving time in much of the United States typically runs from March to early November, while Beijing does not change time.

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