Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Taipei (TPE)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Melbourne–Singapore and Singapore–Taipei sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and a balanced selection of dishes in each cabin.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance to suit your dietary needs. Please place your request through Manage Booking before your departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on the long-haul Melbourne–Singapore sector can enjoy Book the Cook, allowing you to pre-select from a wider range of main courses and savour a personalised meal on board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks is available, including the signature Singapore Sling, which you can enjoy on board alongside soft drinks, juices, coffee, and tea.

For flights between Melbourne and Taipei, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (Lite and Value fares: 25kg; Standard and Flexi fares: 30kg), Premium Economy Class (35kg), Business Class (40kg), and Suites or First Class (50kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class (1 piece up to 7kg), and Suites, First Class, and Business Class (2 pieces, each up to 7kg). Your final allowance 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 from Melbourne to Taipei once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers 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 suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Melbourne–Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and Suites or First Class offer a fully flat bed in a private or semi-private space. On the Singapore–Taipei sector, Economy Class offers similar 32-inch pitch seating with up to 19-inch width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

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 Melbourne but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may use facilities such as The Private Room, SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities that make layovers comfortable and enjoyable, from themed gardens and art installations to rest areas and transit hotels. If you have at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights, you can consider joining an official free transit tour of Singapore, subject to timing and availability. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside, relax in quiet zones, visit indoor gardens, or freshen up with shower facilities and a meal in one of the many dining outlets. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) from around April to early October, and Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) from early October to early April. Taipei observes Taiwan Time (UTC+8) year-round with no daylight saving. This means Melbourne is typically 2 hours ahead of Taipei in winter, and 3 hours ahead in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport when flying from Melbourne via Singapore (SIN) 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 (Melbourne–Singapore and Singapore–Taipei) 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 Taipei 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 Melbourne–Taipei 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.