Flights from Cebu (CEB) to Christchurch (CHC)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey from Cebu to Christchurch. Menus are designed to reflect the length of each flight and the time of day, with meals and refreshments provided in all cabin classes.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals to cater to different dietary needs and preferences. You can request these in advance through our website or your travel agent, and we will serve them on both the Cebu to Singapore and Singapore to Christchurch sectors.

Book the Cook
On eligible sectors and in eligible cabins, you can pre-select main courses from a curated menu before your flight using our Book the Cook service. This allows you to look forward to a preferred dish as part of your in-flight dining experience.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, giving you a distinctive taste of Singapore during your flight.

For flights between Cebu and Christchurch, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers may check 35kg, and Business Class passengers may check 40kg. 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 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 on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. Wi-Fi is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Cebu to Singapore sector, operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat.

On the Singapore to Christchurch sector, operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class provides about 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width, and Business Class features fully flat beds with direct aisle access for each passenger.

From Cebu to Singapore on the Boeing 737-8 MAX, you can choose between Business Class and Economy Class. From Singapore to Christchurch on the Airbus A350-900, you can travel in Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class, allowing you to select the level of comfort that best suits your trip.

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.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a wide range of ways to relax and refresh between your Cebu and Christchurch flights. With a longer layover, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city; these usually require a minimum layover of around 5.5 to 6 hours and pre-registration at the airport.

If you prefer to stay airside, you will find themed gardens, quiet rest areas, family zones, and a variety of dining and shopping options spread across the terminals. Airport hotels and rest facilities are also available if you want to sleep or shower before your next flight. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Cebu (Mactan-Cebu International Airport), eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be able to access the Plaza Premium Lounge, depending on cabin class or membership status. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers can access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, based on their class of travel and frequent flyer status.

If your Cebu to Singapore and Singapore to Christchurch flights are booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we will normally check your baggage through to Christchurch. You will receive your baggage claim tag at Cebu check-in, and you can confirm through-check details with our airport staff when you drop off your checked baggage.

Cebu follows Philippine Time, which is UTC+8 and does not observe daylight saving time. Christchurch follows New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) from late April to late September, making it 4 hours ahead of Cebu, and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) from late September to late April, making it 5 hours ahead.

Visa requirements for travel from Cebu to Christchurch depend on your nationality and personal circumstances. We recommend checking the latest entry and transit regulations with the New Zealand authorities and any countries you transit through, as well as consulting your local embassy or consulate before your trip.

For international flights from Cebu to Christchurch via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows enough time for check-in, security, immigration, and reaching your boarding gate comfortably.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed for straightforward transfers, with clear signage and dedicated transit security. On arrival from Cebu, follow the Transfer signs, check the flight information displays for your Christchurch gate, and allow time to explore amenities. Our ground staff are available throughout the terminals to assist with any questions.

You may be able to arrange a longer stop in Singapore between Cebu and Christchurch, subject to fare conditions and visa requirements. To plan a stopover, review the rules of your ticket and contact our reservations team or your travel agent, and check entry regulations for Singapore before you travel.