Flights from Penang (PEN) to Guangzhou (CAN)

In-flight Dining
On your Penang to Singapore and Singapore to Guangzhou sectors, you will be served meals or light refreshments appropriate to the time of day, with a focus on quality ingredients and balanced flavours in both Business Class and Economy Class.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet different dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our website or your booking agent, and they will be served on both sectors of your journey whenever available.

Book the Cook
Eligible Business Class passengers on the Singapore to Guangzhou sector may be able to use our Book the Cook service, pre-selecting from a curated menu of main courses. Availability depends on your specific flight, so please check options when managing your booking.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. A range of alcoholic beverages is also available, and our signature Singapore Sling is offered on board to complement your journey.

For flights between Penang and Guangzhou, the weight concept applies. In Economy Class, the checked baggage allowance is 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. In Business Class, the checked baggage allowance is 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans.

The service is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing. For the best experience, we recommend avoiding video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers, which are not supported by the onboard network.

On both the Boeing 737-8 MAX and Boeing 787-10 services between Penang, Singapore, and Guangzhou, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width, giving you comfortable space for regional journeys.

Business Class provides a fully flat bed on the Boeing 787-10 and a spacious reclining seat with generous legroom on the Boeing 737-8 MAX, with every seat offering ample personal space and direct aisle access on the Boeing 787-10 sector.

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.

Eligible customers may relax in facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at Singapore Changi Airport, depending on cabin and status.

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 Penang but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities that make layovers comfortable and enjoyable. With a sufficient connection time, you can join the official Free Singapore Tour, which typically requires at least a 5.5-hour layover, letting you see highlights of the city before returning for your onward flight.

For shorter layovers, staying airside is very rewarding. You can explore themed gardens, relaxation zones, quiet seating areas, and, in some terminals, attractions such as indoor slides and viewing galleries. Numerous cafés and restaurants offer meals and light bites between flights.

If you prefer to rest, consider an airport transit hotel or designated nap areas, which are especially welcome on overnight or longer daytime connections. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait – it is an integral part of your journey.

Penang follows Malaysia Time (MYT), which is UTC+8. Guangzhou operates on China Standard Time (CST), also UTC+8. There is no daylight saving time in either location, so the time in Penang and Guangzhou is the same all year round.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Guangzhou when flying from Penang 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 (Penang–Singapore and Singapore–Guangzhou) 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 Guangzhou 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 Penang–Guangzhou 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.