Flights from Dubai (DXB) to Chengdu (TFU)

In-flight Dining
On your journey from Dubai to Chengdu via Singapore, you will be served meals tailored to the time of day on both sectors, with regional and international options designed to keep you comfortable and refreshed.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route, which can be requested in advance to suit many dietary needs. Make your selection when booking or via Manage Booking before you travel so we can prepare it for your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on the long-haul sector from Dubai to Singapore can pre-select from a wider menu through our Book the Cook service. This lets you choose your main course ahead of time for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices and soft drinks. A range of wines and spirits is also available, and you can try our signature Singapore Sling served on board.

For flights between Dubai and Chengdu, our weight concept applies. In Economy Class, checked baggage allowances are 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class offers 35kg, Business Class offers 40kg, and First Class offers 50kg, with each checked bag not exceeding 32kg.

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

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Dubai to Chengdu once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is designed for messaging, email, and basic browsing, and does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Dubai to Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and First Class features a fully flat bed with enhanced space and privacy.

On the Singapore to Chengdu sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. These configurations are designed to give you consistent comfort across both parts of your journey.

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 passengers on this route may be able to use The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge in Singapore, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer 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 Dubai but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

If your layover at Singapore Changi Airport is at least 5.5 to 6 hours, you can consider joining one of the official transit tours into the city, which showcase highlights such as the skyline and waterfront areas. These tours are designed for transfer passengers and help you make the most of a longer connection.

For shorter layovers, staying airside at Changi Airport is very comfortable, with themed gardens, rest zones, play areas, and art installations spread across the terminals. You can also visit swimming pools or cinemas in selected terminals if time allows.

Whichever option you choose, you should always allow enough time to return to your gate and complete security checks. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Dubai operates on Gulf Standard Time, which is UTC+4 and does not observe daylight saving time. Chengdu follows China Standard Time, which is UTC+8 and also does not observe daylight saving time. This means Chengdu is 4 hours ahead of Dubai throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport when flying from Dubai 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 (Dubai–Singapore and Singapore–Chengdu) 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 Chengdu 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 Dubai–Chengdu 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.