Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Auckland (AKL)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors between Riyadh and Auckland, with menus designed for long-haul comfort and a choice of dishes in your selected cabin.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals that can be requested in advance to suit different dietary needs and preferences on this route.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins can use our Book the Cook service on the long-haul sectors, pre-ordering from an expanded menu for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold beverages is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, tea, coffee, and our signature Singapore Sling, which is available on board.

For flights between Riyadh and Auckland, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (Lite and Value fares: 25kg; Standard and Flexi fares: 30kg), Premium Economy Class (35kg), and Business Class (40kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For 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. The final allowance for your trip will be shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members have additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Riyadh to Auckland once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers 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 does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Riyadh–Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, you can choose Business Class, which offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, or Economy Class, which provides a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width. On the Singapore–Auckland sector, the Airbus A350-900 offers Business Class with fully flat beds and direct aisle access, Premium Economy Class with a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Economy Class with a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width.

On both sectors between Riyadh and Auckland, our Airbus A350-900 aircraft feature an in-flight entertainment system offering a wide selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games. Individual seatback screens and noise-reducing headsets help you personalise your experience 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.

During your layover at Singapore (SIN), eligible passengers may be able to access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status. Access is determined by the conditions of your onward flight from Singapore.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent joining an official transit tour into the city, which typically requires several hours between flights. For shorter connections, you can stay airside and enjoy gardens, quiet rest areas, children’s play zones, and a wide choice of shops and dining. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Riyadh follows Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) all year. Auckland observes New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) from roughly April to September, making Auckland 9 hours ahead of Riyadh, and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) from roughly late September to early April, making Auckland 10 hours ahead.

If both flights are on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary and you remain in the transit area at Singapore Changi Airport, you generally do not need to clear immigration. However, requirements can change, so we recommend checking your itinerary details and any transit rules before you travel.

We offer journeys with carefully timed connections at Singapore Changi Airport. When booking on our website, available itineraries meet our minimum connection standards. If you prefer extra time for shopping or dining, you may choose an itinerary with a longer layover that suits your needs.

On arrival in Auckland, you will pass through immigration, baggage claim, and biosecurity checks before entering the public arrivals area. Signage is clear, and you will find information desks, transport options into the city, and facilities such as currency exchange and mobile services in the terminal.