Flights from Busan (PUS) to Male (MLE)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Busan to Singapore and Singapore to Male sectors, with menus designed to suit the time of day and flight duration.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals that can be requested in advance to meet different dietary needs. Please place your request before your flight so we can prepare it for you.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in selected premium cabins can pre-order from an extended menu before departure through our Book the Cook service on sectors where it is available, adding more choice to your dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold beverages is served on board, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available during the flight.

For flights between Busan and Male, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class guests may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class guests may check 35kg, and Business Class guests may check 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. Your final baggage 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 Busan to Male once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. Wi-Fi 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. Paid plans are available for non-members. 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 Boeing 737-8 MAX between Busan and Singapore, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with generous personal space.

On the Airbus A350-900 between Singapore and Male, Economy Class offers about 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat.

On both the Boeing 737-8 MAX and Airbus A350-900 services between Busan, Singapore, and Male, our inflight entertainment system offers a wide choice of movies, TV programmes, music, and games. Each seat is equipped with a personal screen, allowing you to choose what you would like to watch or listen to throughout the 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.

When departing from Busan, eligible customers may be able to use facilities such as the Air Busan Lounge at the airport, depending on their ticket and membership status. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers can access lounges including the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status.

At Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and a wide selection of dining and shopping options. With a longer layover, you may join an official city tour if your connection time meets the minimum hours required for the programme. For shorter layovers, staying airside to relax, refresh, or explore the terminals is ideal. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

For most itineraries booked on a single Singapore Airlines ticket from Busan to Male via Singapore, we will check your baggage through to Male. You usually do not need to collect your checked baggage in Singapore during the layover. Your baggage tags and boarding passes will confirm the final tagged destination at check-in.

Busan operates on Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) year-round, with no daylight saving time. Male operates on Maldives Time (UTC+5), also without daylight saving time. Male is 4 hours behind Busan throughout the year, so when it is 12.00 in Busan, it is 08.00 in Male.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. We recommend checking with the relevant Maldivian authorities or your nearest consulate, as well as your transit requirements for Singapore, before you travel from Busan to Male.

Male and the surrounding islands have a warm, tropical climate, so lightweight clothing, sun protection, swimwear, and comfortable footwear are useful. Consider bringing a light cover-up for indoor areas with air-conditioning. Check your baggage allowance on your e-ticket to help you pack within the permitted limits.

For international flights from Busan to Male via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. This gives you time for check-in, security, and immigration formalities, and to move comfortably to your departure gate.

From Velana International Airport near Male, onward transfers are typically arranged by your hotel or resort, using speedboats or domestic flights. We recommend confirming your arrival details and transfer arrangements with your accommodation in advance and following their guidance when you land.