Flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Penang (PEN)

In-flight Dining
On the Shanghai to Singapore sector, you will be served regionally inspired dishes designed to suit the time of day, with full meal services in all cabins.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals that can be pre-ordered to suit various dietary needs. Please request your preferred option when booking or via Manage Booking before your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins can pre-select from an expanded menu through our Book the Cook service on the long-haul Shanghai to Singapore sector, giving you more choice over your main course.

Beverage Service
A curated selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, wine, beer, and spirits, is available on board. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available during your flight.

Please note that no meal service is provided for Economy Class passengers on the Singapore–Penang segment due to the short flight time.

For flights between Shanghai and Penang, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (25kg on Lite/Value fares, 30kg on Standard/Flexi), Premium Economy Class (35kg), Business Class (40kg), and First Class (50kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class and First Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final allowance for your journey 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 Shanghai to Singapore and on selected aircraft from Singapore to Penang once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class, if your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure.

Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Shanghai to Singapore sector operated by the Boeing 787-10 and Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On Boeing 777-300ER services between Shanghai and Singapore, Economy Class also offers around 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width, Business Class features fully flat beds with direct aisle access, and First Class offers a spacious fully flat bed.

On the Singapore to Penang sector, operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers around 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, while Business Class provides enhanced space and recline for added comfort on this shorter flight.

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, you can join a free transit tour into the city if your layover meets the minimum connection time required by the official programme, usually around 5.5 to 6 hours. This is a convenient way to see highlights of Singapore between flights.

For shorter layovers, staying airside offers plenty to do. You can explore themed gardens, rest areas, entertainment zones, and playgrounds, or relax at one of the airport hotels and spas within the terminals. A wide range of dining and shopping is also available throughout the public and transit areas.

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

When departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to partner lounges such as the Air China Lounge or the China Eastern Lounge, depending on their class of travel or frequent flyer status.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, qualifying passengers can access selected Singapore Airlines lounges, including The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge. Eligibility is based on your departing cabin and your KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status.

Shanghai operates on China Standard Time (UTC+8) all year round. Penang, in Malaysia, also observes Malaysia Time (UTC+8) year round, with no daylight saving time. This means there is typically no time difference between Shanghai and Penang, making it easy to adjust your schedule on arrival.

For flights from Shanghai Pudong to Penang via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows enough time for check-in, security checks, and immigration formalities, especially during busy travel periods.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and travel history, not your departure point. We recommend checking the latest entry regulations for Malaysia with the relevant authorities or your nearest embassy or consulate before you travel, and ensuring your passport has sufficient validity.

If your flights from Shanghai to Penang via Singapore are booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we will normally check your baggage through to Penang. Your baggage tags and boarding passes will show the final destination; please confirm this at check-in and keep your claim tags safe.