Flights from Milan (MXP) to Christchurch (CHC)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and snacks in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class on both the Milan–Singapore and Singapore–Christchurch sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and time of day.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals to suit different dietary needs on this route. You can request these when booking or via Manage Booking, and we recommend doing so at least 48 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in Premium Economy Class and Business Class on the long-haul Milan–Singapore sector can enjoy Book the Cook, pre-ordering from a wider selection of main courses for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A variety of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, and hot beverages. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling cocktail on board, along with a curated selection of wines and spirits.

For flights between Milan and Christchurch, we use the weight concept. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (25kg on Lite/Value fares, 30kg on Standard/Flexi fares), Premium Economy Class (35kg), and Business Class (40kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final allowance for your ticket is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on our Milan to Christchurch services 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. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Milan–Singapore and Singapore–Christchurch sectors, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, giving you comfortable legroom for long flights. Premium Economy Class provides around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width for extra space.

In Business Class on the Airbus A350-900, you can enjoy a fully flat bed with generous personal space and direct aisle access from every seat on both sectors, helping you arrive in Christchurch better rested.

Yes, you can select seats on your Milan to Christchurch journey during booking or later via Manage Booking, subject to availability and fare conditions. Some preferred or extra-legroom seats may be chargeable. We recommend choosing your seats early for the best selection across both sectors.

On Airbus A350-900 services between Milan, Singapore, and Christchurch, we provide in-seat power in all cabins. Most seats also feature USB ports, so you can keep personal devices charged and in use throughout the flight, subject to crew instructions during taxi, take-off, and landing.

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.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent joining an official city tour if you meet the minimum layover time requirements, giving you a glimpse of the city between flights. For shorter connections, you can enjoy themed gardens, rest areas, play zones, and a wide range of dining and shopping within the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it s an integral part of your journey.

At Milan Malpensa (MXP), eligible Singapore Airlines passengers may access designated partner lounges, such as the Montale Lounge, based on cabin class or frequent flyer status. Access rules follow our usual lounge policy, and staff at check-in or the lounge entrance can confirm your eligibility.

For most through tickets from Milan to Christchurch on Singapore Airlines, we check your baggage through to Christchurch so you do not need to collect it in Singapore. We will confirm this at check-in in Milan, and your baggage tag will show Christchurch as the final destination.

Milan follows Central European Time (UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2, roughly late March to late October). Christchurch follows New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13, roughly late September to early April). Depending on the month, Christchurch is generally 10 to 12 hours ahead of Milan.

Visa and entry requirements for travel from Milan to Christchurch depend on your nationality and travel purpose. We recommend checking with the official New Zealand immigration authorities or your nearest embassy, and ensuring your passport and any required electronic travel authorisations are in order before departure.

For long-haul journeys from Milan to Christchurch with a connection in Singapore, we recommend arriving at Milan Malpensa at least 3 hours before departure. This allows enough time for check-in, baggage drop, security checks, and a relaxed walk to the gate.

When connecting in Singapore, follow the transfer signs to your next departure gate and check the flight information screens for any updates. In most cases, you will clear security at the gate rather than at a central checkpoint, and there are plenty of facilities close by if you have time before boarding.

Whether you can leave Singapore Changi Airport during your layover depends on your passport, visa requirements, and the length of your connection. If you plan to go into the city, ensure you have enough time to clear immigration, travel into town, return, and complete departure formalities.