Flights from Colombo (CMB) to Seoul (ICN)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Colombo to Singapore and Singapore to Seoul sectors, with menus that reflect regional flavours and a balance of familiar and new options in Business Class and Economy Class.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance to suit medical, vegetarian, or other specific dietary needs. These should be ordered when you book or via Manage Booking before your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in Business Class on selected sectors can pre-order main courses from an expanded menu through our Book the Cook service. This allows you to choose from a wider range of dishes before you travel, subject to availability.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks is available, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Our signature Singapore Sling is also offered on board, so you can enjoy a classic drink as you travel between Colombo, Singapore, and Seoul.

For Colombo to Seoul flights, our weight-concept baggage policy applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class guests may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, or 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Business Class guests may check up to 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Final baggage allowances 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 Colombo to Seoul once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. Wi-Fi is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The service is suited to messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Colombo to Singapore sector, the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 offer Economy Class seats with a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Seoul sector, flown by the Boeing 787-10, Economy Class also offers a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width. Business Class on this leg features a fully flat bed, with every seat providing direct aisle access.

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.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy gardens, themed rest areas, children’s play zones, and an extensive range of dining and shopping options across the terminals. For longer layovers, you can consider a guided transit tour into the city, typically available for layovers of around 5.5 hours or more, subject to current programme timings. Shorter connections can be comfortably spent exploring the terminals, relaxing in quiet zones, or using shower and lounge facilities. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Colombo, eligible customers may access partner lounges such as the AASL Lotus Lounge and Araliya Lounge at Bandaranaike International Airport, depending on cabin class or frequent flyer status. Lounge access is determined by your departing flight from Colombo and your eligibility at the time of travel.

During your transit at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers travelling on Singapore Airlines may be invited to relax in our SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), SilverKris Lounge (First Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on class of travel and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. These lounges offer comfortable seating, dining options, and work areas to make your layover more pleasant.

Colombo operates on Sri Lanka Standard Time (UTC+5:30) all year. Seoul uses Korea Standard Time (UTC+9:00) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Seoul is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo throughout the year, regardless of the month you travel.

On this route you will depart from Bandaranaike International Airport near Colombo, connect through Singapore Changi Airport, and arrive at a Seoul-area airport served by Singapore Airlines. Your exact arrival airport in Seoul will be shown on your booking and e-ticket.

We recommend arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time for flights to Seoul via Singapore. This allows enough time for check-in, security, and immigration formalities, as well as a relaxed walk to your boarding gate.

Visa requirements for travel from Colombo to Seoul depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of visit. We recommend checking with the relevant embassies or official government websites, and reviewing current entry guidelines before you book and again shortly before departure.

Seoul is well connected by airport rail links, buses, and licensed taxis, with clear signage in English and other languages. Journey times vary by mode of transport and time of day. We recommend checking up-to-date transport options and routes when you arrive, or in advance of travel.

Seoul offers extensive mobile network coverage and widespread public Wi-Fi in transport hubs, cafés, and public spaces. Before you travel, consider how you will stay connected, such as roaming with your existing provider or arranging local connectivity on arrival. Check with your mobile operator for the latest roaming details.