Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Male (MLE)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals on both the long-haul Seattle–Singapore sector and the Singapore–Male sector. Menus are designed to offer a balance of regional and international flavours, with meals timed to help you adapt to the time difference.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to suit different dietary needs, which you can request in advance through your booking. Ordering early helps us load the right meal for you on both sectors of your journey.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected cabins can take advantage of our Book the Cook service on the long-haul sector, choosing from a wider menu curated by our chefs. This allows you to secure your preferred main course before you fly.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board, alongside soft drinks, juices, and other options to keep you refreshed from Seattle to Male.

For flights between Seattle and Male, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class, you may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Business Class, you may check 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked piece 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 Seattle to Male 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 it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Seattle–Singapore and Singapore–Male sectors operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class provides a pitch of about 38 inches with up to 20 inches of seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access from every seat, giving you room to sleep and work in comfort on both legs of your 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.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can join the official free transit tour into the city if your connection is at least about 5.5 to 6 hours, giving you time to see highlights before returning for your onward flight. For shorter layovers, stay airside to enjoy themed gardens, rest zones, and family-friendly attractions within the terminals. You can also take advantage of showers, spa facilities, and a wide range of dining and shopping. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Seattle, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use The Club at SEA, depending on cabin class or frequent flyer status. During your layover at Singapore, eligible customers can access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge. Access is determined by your class of travel and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status on the day of travel.

Seattle follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 during standard time (approximately November to March) and UTC-7 during daylight saving time (approximately March to November). Male operates on Maldives Time, which is UTC+5 year-round and does not observe daylight saving. This means Male is 13 hours ahead of Seattle during Pacific Standard Time, and 12 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time.

For flights from Seattle to Male via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and reaching the departure gate in a relaxed manner.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. We recommend checking the latest entry regulations for the Maldives, as well as any transit requirements for Singapore, with the relevant authorities or your local consulate before you travel.

The Maldives has a warm, tropical climate year-round, so light, breathable clothing, swimwear, a sun hat, and high-SPF sun protection are essential. Consider packing reef-friendly sunscreen, a light cover-up for cooler evenings, and suitable footwear for boats and sandy paths. Check your baggage allowance before packing larger items like snorkelling gear.

If your flights from Seattle to Singapore and from Singapore to Male are on a single Singapore Airlines booking, we will usually check your baggage through to Male. You will not normally need to collect it in Singapore. Your baggage tags and boarding passes at check-in will confirm the final tagged destination.