Flights from Beijing (BJS) to Male (MLE)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Beijing to Singapore and Singapore to Male sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and offer familiar international options. Meals are thoughtfully timed to suit each part of your journey.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals that cater to different dietary preferences and requirements. These should be requested in advance through our booking channels so that we can have your selected option ready on board.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins for the Beijing to Singapore and Singapore to Male flights, you may be able to pre-select main courses from our Book the Cook service. This allows you to choose from an expanded menu before you travel, subject to route and cabin availability.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices and soft drinks, is available throughout the flight, alongside a carefully chosen range of alcoholic beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board, providing a distinctive taste of Singapore during your journey.

For flights between Beijing and Male, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class guests may bring 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class guests have an allowance of 35kg, Business Class 40kg, and First Class 50kg. 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 First Class and Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance is indicated on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Beijing to Male 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. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service supports messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Beijing to Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Premium Economy Class on Boeing 777-300ER services offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER also features a fully flat bed. On the Singapore to Male sector, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class legroom is similar, and Business Class again offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

From Beijing to Singapore, you can travel in Economy Class or Business Class on Boeing 787-10 and Airbus A350-900 services, with selected Boeing 777-300ER flights also offering First Class and Premium Economy Class. From Singapore to Male, flights on the Airbus A350-900 offer Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class.

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.

If your layover is at least 5.5 to 6 hours, you can consider joining one of Singapore Changi Airport's official transit tours into the city, which showcase key neighbourhoods and skyline views. For shorter layovers, stay airside to enjoy features such as indoor gardens, walking trails, rest areas, and family-friendly play zones. There are also showers, nap areas, and a wide range of dining and retail outlets across the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

In Beijing, your departure may be from either Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), depending on your specific flight. Eligible Singapore Airlines customers can access designated partner lounges at these airports before flying to Singapore and onwards to Male, subject to cabin class and frequent flyer status.

When you travel from Beijing to Male on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary via Singapore, we usually check your baggage through to Male. You will not need to collect it during your layover at Singapore Changi Airport. Please confirm the baggage tag details at check-in to ensure your bags are labelled to your final destination.

Beijing follows China Standard Time (UTC+8) year-round. Male operates on Maldives Time (UTC+5) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Male is 3 hours behind Beijing throughout the year, so when it is 15.00 in Beijing, it is 12.00 in Male.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and travel history, not your departure city. We recommend that you check with the relevant immigration authorities or your local embassy, and review the latest information before you fly from Beijing to Male via Singapore.

For flights from Beijing to Male via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the departure airport in Beijing 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.

Male and the surrounding islands are warm and humid year-round, so pack lightweight clothing, swimwear, sun protection, and comfortable footwear for boats and sandy paths. Consider bringing a light layer for air-conditioned spaces and your essentials in cabin baggage in case you wish to freshen up during the layover in Singapore.

Many hotels and resorts arrange transfers by speedboat or seaplane from the airport near Male, and you should confirm these details with your accommodation before you travel. On arrival, staff at dedicated counters or meeting points will guide you to the correct pier or check-in area. For stays in Male itself, local boats and road transfers are available; please check options locally.