Flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals tailored to the time of day and flight length on both the Bangkok to Singapore and Singapore to Chennai sectors, with menus featuring a mix of regional specialities and international dishes.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary needs on this route. You can request these through your booking before departure so we can prepare your preferred option in advance.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins can use our Book the Cook service on applicable sectors of this journey, choosing from a wider menu curated by our chefs before departure for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A comprehensive selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, along with a range of other alcoholic beverages.

For flights between Bangkok and Chennai, the weight-concept baggage policy applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class customers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, or 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. 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. Your exact allowance is 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 Bangkok to Chennai 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 connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Bangkok to Singapore sector, operated by the Airbus A350-900 or Boeing 787-10, Economy Class seats offer around 32 inches of pitch and up to 19 inches of seat width, while Premium Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900 offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class on these aircraft features seats that convert into fully flat beds with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Chennai sector, operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class seats provide about 32 inches of pitch and up to 19 inches of width, while Business Class offers lie-flat seats in a spacious cabin layout, giving you ample room to rest on the medium-haul sector.

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, art installations, rest areas, and a wide range of dining and shopping options without leaving the terminal. For longer connections, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city if your layover meets the minimum time required. Shorter layovers are easily spent relaxing in quiet zones, freshening up, or exploring the airport’s themed spaces and attractions. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

In Bangkok, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may use the SilverKris Lounge before departure. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may have access to facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status.

When you travel from Bangkok to Chennai on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary via Singapore, we normally check your baggage through to Chennai. You can confirm this at check-in in Bangkok, where our staff will ensure your bags are tagged correctly and advise whether you need to collect them at any point.

Bangkok follows Indochina Time (UTC+7) and does not observe daylight saving time. Chennai follows India Standard Time (UTC+5:30), also without daylight saving. Chennai is therefore 1 hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok throughout the year, regardless of the month you travel.

When you arrive in Chennai from Bangkok via Singapore, you will disembark at Chennai International Airport and proceed through immigration, baggage claim, and customs. Follow the signs for arrivals, keep your travel documents ready, and allow time for queues during busy periods. Transport counters and information desks are available in the arrivals hall.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. We recommend checking the latest information on entry rules for India with the relevant embassy or official government website before you travel, and ensuring your passport has sufficient validity and blank pages.

For flights from Bangkok to Chennai via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the check-in area at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This gives enough time for check-in, security, and immigration, especially during peak travel periods.