Flights from Beijing (BJS) to Melbourne (MEL)

In-flight Dining
You will be served curated meals on both the Beijing to Singapore and Singapore to Melbourne sectors, with menus that reflect regional flavours and time of day, along with a selection of snacks on longer segments.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route, which can be requested before departure to suit various dietary needs. These are prepared separately and served on board alongside the main menu selections.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on this route can take advantage of our Book the Cook service from Singapore, allowing you to pre-select from a wider range of main courses and enjoy your chosen dish after take-off.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee, as well as alcoholic beverages where available. Our signature Singapore Sling is also served on board, adding a distinctly Singapore touch to your flight.

For Beijing to Melbourne flights, our baggage policy follows the weight concept. Checked baggage allowances are 25kg for Economy Class Lite and Value fares, 30kg for Economy Class Standard and Flexi fares, 35kg for Premium Economy Class, 40kg for Business Class, and 50kg for First Class when available on the Beijing to Singapore sector. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are 1 piece up to 7kg for Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and 2 pieces, each up to 7kg, for Business Class and First Class. Your exact allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Beijing to Melbourne once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, as long as your membership number is added 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 it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Beijing to Singapore and Singapore to Melbourne sectors, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of around 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width, providing comfortable space for long journeys. Premium Economy Class, available on selected services, offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width for added comfort. In Business Class, you can enjoy a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on widebody aircraft, while First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER between Beijing and Singapore features a spacious, fully flat bed and enhanced personal space.

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 Beijing but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible passengers may be invited to The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a wide range of ways to relax between your Beijing and Melbourne flights, from themed gardens and art installations to comfortable rest areas and airport hotels. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside and enjoy amenities such as quiet zones, playgrounds, and diverse dining options. With longer connection times, you may join an official city tour if your schedule meets the programme’s minimum layover requirement and immigration conditions. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Beijing follows China Standard Time, which is UTC+8 all year. Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) from roughly April to early October, and Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) from early October to early April. Melbourne is therefore 2 or 3 hours ahead of Beijing, depending on the time of year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Melbourne Airport when flying from Beijing 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 (Beijing–Singapore and Singapore–Melbourne) 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 Melbourne 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 Beijing–Melbourne 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.