Flights from China to Adelaide (ADL)

Yes, on flights from Xiamen to Adelaide via Singapore, you will enjoy our in-flight dining with freshly prepared meals and a choice of main courses, depending on your cabin class and flight duration. You can request special meals in advance to suit various dietary needs. On eligible sectors and cabins, our Book the Cook service lets you pre-select curated dishes before departure. A full beverage service, including wines, spirits, juices, and our signature Singapore Sling, is available on board.

Flights between China and Australia use the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, the usual allowance is 25kg. In Premium Economy Class, it is typically 35kg. In Business Class, you usually enjoy 40kg, and in First Class on selected sectors, 50kg. For cabin baggage, most customers may bring one piece up to 7kg, while Business Class and First Class customers may bring two pieces totalling 14kg, subject to size limits. Exact allowances appear on your ticket and may vary with your fare type and KrisFlyer status.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; if you fly 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 on eligible aircraft. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across routes from China to Adelaide, you will find Economy Class and Business Class available on all sectors, with Premium Economy Class and First Class offered on selected flights between Beijing or Shanghai and Singapore that use the Boeing 777-300ER. The onward Singapore to Adelaide sector on the Boeing 787-10 offers Economy Class and Business Class, so your exact cabin combination may differ by origin city and chosen flights.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches, with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class, available on selected Boeing 777-300ER sectors from Beijing and Shanghai to Singapore, offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft, while First Class on selected Boeing 777-300ER flights also features a fully flat bed. Cabin layouts can differ slightly between aircraft types on the China to Singapore sectors.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at Singapore Changi Airport on connections from China to Adelaide. 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 China to Adelaide connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free city tour if your schedule allows, or explore the airport's gardens, art installations, and rest areas. Shorter connections are comfortable with plentiful dining options, quiet zones, and shower facilities in selected lounges. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Most of China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Hangzhou, follows China Standard Time (UTC+8). Adelaide uses Australian Central Standard Time (UTC+9:30) and Australian Central Daylight Time (UTC+10:30, typically October to early April). This means Adelaide is usually 1.5 hours ahead of these Chinese cities in winter, and 2.5 hours ahead when daylight saving time is in effect in South Australia.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Adelaide 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 Adelaide, 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.