Flights from Chengdu (TFU) to Melbourne (MEL)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and refreshments on both the Chengdu–Singapore and Singapore–Melbourne sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and a balance of familiar and new tastes.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals on this route for specific dietary needs or preferences. You can request these in advance through our website or your travel agent, so we can prepare them before your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium customers on this route can enjoy our Book the Cook service on selected sectors, pre-ordering main courses from a wider menu for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout your journey, including wines and other beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is also offered on board for you to enjoy during your flight.

For flights between Chengdu and Melbourne, we use the weight concept for checked baggage. Checked baggage: Economy Class customers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class customers may check 35kg, and Business Class customers may check 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact allowance 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. 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. Non-members can purchase access plans. 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 Chengdu to Singapore sector operated by the Boeing 787-10, you can choose Economy Class with a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, or Business Class with a fully flat bed and direct aisle access from every seat. On the Singapore to Melbourne sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat.

From Chengdu to Singapore on the Boeing 787-10, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class. From Singapore to Melbourne on the Airbus A350-900, you can choose Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class. This combination lets you tailor your journey to your comfort preferences.

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.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent joining an official city tour, which usually requires at least around 5.5 to 6 hours between flights. For shorter transits, you can enjoy indoor gardens, rest areas, play zones, and walking through themed spaces within the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU), eligible Singapore Airlines customers may use the TFU International First Class and Business Class Lounge before boarding their flight to Singapore. Access depends on your cabin class or frequent flyer status, as stated on your boarding pass.

During your transit at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class) or SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), while KrisFlyer Elite Gold members travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class can use the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge. Access is determined by your onward flight cabin and your KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status.

Chengdu follows China Standard Time (UTC+8) year-round. Melbourne uses 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. This means Melbourne is 2 hours ahead of Chengdu in winter, and 3 hours ahead in summer.

From Chengdu, you will depart from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). You will connect via Singapore Changi Airport before arriving at Melbourne Airport (MEL), the main international gateway serving Melbourne and the wider state of Victoria.

We recommend arriving at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time for flights to Melbourne, as you will check in for an international journey with a connection in Singapore. This allows enough time for check-in, security, and immigration formalities.

If your Chengdu to Melbourne journey is booked on a single Singapore Airlines ticket, we will normally check your bags through to Melbourne. You will not usually need to collect them in Singapore. Your bag tags and boarding passes at Chengdu will confirm your checked baggage routing.