Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
On Los Angeles–Chennai journeys via Singapore, you will be served meals and refreshments appropriate to the time of day and sector length, with menus featuring a mix of international and regional flavours.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance through our website or your booking agent so we can meet specific dietary needs.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on selected sectors of this route can pre-order main courses from our Book the Cook menu, giving you more choice over how you dine on board.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board as a distinctive way to mark your journey.

For flights between Los Angeles and Chennai, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. Checked baggage: Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual piece must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members have additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. 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 Airbus A350-900 and the Boeing 737-8 MAX services on this route, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900 offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width. Business Class on both sectors provides a fully flat bed, with every seat offering direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 and a spacious recline and enhanced comfort on the Boeing 737-8 MAX.

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 Los Angeles 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 SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport is well suited to both short and longer layovers, with gardens, rest areas, and a wide range of dining options within the terminals. If you have at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city, subject to eligibility and timing.

For shorter connections, you can enjoy themed gardens, art installations, quiet seating zones, and, in some terminals, facilities such as a swimming pool or cinema. Showers and transit hotels are also available in selected areas, helping you freshen up between long-haul sectors.

Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Los Angeles follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter and UTC−7 during daylight saving time (approximately March to early November). Chennai follows India Standard Time, which is UTC+5:30 year-round. This means Chennai is 13.5 hours ahead of Los Angeles in winter, and 12.5 hours ahead during Los Angeles daylight saving time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Chennai when flying from Los Angeles 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 (Los Angeles–Singapore and Singapore–Chennai) 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 Chennai 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 Los Angeles–Chennai 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.