Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Delhi (DEL)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals and refreshments on both sectors between Johannesburg and Delhi, with menus designed to suit the length and timing of each flight and to offer a variety of flavourful options.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance through our Manage Booking portal. Ordering ahead helps us prepare a meal that best meets your specific requirements.

Book the Cook
On eligible sectors and in eligible cabins, you can pre-select your main course from our Book the Cook service before you fly. This allows you to choose from a wider menu and enjoy your preferred dish on board.

Beverage Service
A curated range of hot and cold drinks is available throughout your journey, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and selected alcoholic beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is also served on board.

For flights between Johannesburg and Delhi, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage: in Economy Class, Lite and Value fares include 25kg, and Standard and Flexi fares include 30kg. Premium Economy Class includes 35kg, and Business Class includes 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 specific 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 Johannesburg to Delhi 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 it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Johannesburg to Singapore 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. On the Singapore to Delhi sector operated by the Boeing 787-10, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On both sectors between Johannesburg and Delhi, our in-flight entertainment system offers a wide selection of films, TV shows, music, and games. You can start enjoying the content shortly after take-off and continue until shortly before landing, using a personal screen and intuitive controls at your seat.

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.

When departing from Johannesburg on your journey to Delhi via Singapore, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be able to use the South African Airways The Lounge (Premium) at Johannesburg (JNB), depending on their cabin class or frequent flyer status. Access is determined by our lounge policy and your departing flight.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport on the way to Delhi, eligible customers may have access to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin of travel and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Access is based on your onward flight from Singapore.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy landscaped gardens, quiet rest areas, play zones, and a wide range of dining and retail options without leaving the terminal. For longer layovers, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city, which typically requires at least a 5.5-hour connection. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Johannesburg follows South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Delhi follows India Standard Time (UTC+5:30) all year. Delhi is therefore 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg at any time of the year.

On this route you will arrive in Delhi at Indira Gandhi International Airport, after transiting through Singapore Changi Airport. Most international flights use Terminal 3, where you will find immigration, baggage claim, and onward domestic and international connections.

Our schedules are planned to provide comfortable connection times in Singapore for Johannesburg to Delhi itineraries. For most travellers, the minimum connecting time built into our tickets is sufficient. If you prefer a more relaxed connection, you can select flights with a longer layover when booking.

When you arrive from Johannesburg at Singapore Changi Airport, you can follow the Transfer signs and remain airside if both flights are on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary. Your checked baggage is usually tagged through to Delhi, and you only need to go to the next departure gate unless advised otherwise by airport staff.

Visa requirements for both Singapore and India depend on your nationality, itinerary, and the length of your stay or transit. We recommend checking the latest entry and transit regulations with the relevant embassies or official government websites before you travel.