Flights from Busan (PUS) to Seattle (SEA)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Busan-Singapore and Singapore-Seattle sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and provide balanced options throughout your journey.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet different dietary needs, which you can request in advance through our website or your travel agent before departure.

Book the Cook
On eligible sectors and in selected cabins, you can pre-select from a wider range of main courses through our Book the Cook service, giving you more choice for your in-flight dining.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including our signature Singapore Sling, which you can enjoy on board as you travel between Busan, Singapore, and Seattle.

For flights between Busan and Seattle, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. Checked baggage: Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg; Premium Economy Class passengers 2 pieces, each up to 23kg; Business Class passengers 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual piece must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg; Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final baggage allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members have additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Busan to Seattle 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. 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 the Busan to Singapore sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class seats offer around 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, while Business Class seats convert into a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Seattle sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class provides around 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed at every seat with direct aisle access.

Between Busan and Singapore, you can choose between Business Class and Economy Class on our Boeing 737-8 MAX services. Between Singapore and Seattle on the Airbus A350-900, you can travel in Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class.

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 a wide range of airside facilities, including themed gardens, rest areas, and family-friendly spaces. For longer layovers, you may join the airport’s official transit tour into the city, typically available for layovers of around 5.5 hours or more. Shorter connections can be comfortably spent exploring the terminals, relaxing in quiet zones, or enjoying a meal before your next flight. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Busan, eligible passengers may access the Air Busan Lounge at the airport, depending on their cabin class and frequent flyer status. Lounge access is determined by the operating carrier, your class of travel, and your KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers departing for Seattle may have access to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Lounge entitlements follow the onward flight from Singapore.

Busan follows Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) and does not observe daylight saving time. Seattle follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter (November to March) and UTC−7 in summer (March to November). This means Seattle is typically 17 hours behind Busan in winter and 16 hours behind in summer.

When you arrive at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from Busan via Singapore, you will clear United States immigration and customs in Seattle. After collecting your checked baggage and completing formalities, you can follow signs to ground transport, including rail links, buses, and authorised taxis. It is advisable to check current airport information before you travel.

Visa and entry requirements for travel from Busan to Seattle depend on your nationality and the purpose of your visit. We recommend checking the latest information with the relevant government authorities or your local embassy before you book, and again before you depart, to ensure you have the correct documents.

For flights from Busan to Seattle via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Busan Airport at least 2.5 to 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security checks, and any immigration formalities before you board your flight to Singapore.

If your Busan to Seattle journey is booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we will typically check your baggage through to Seattle, and you will not need to collect it in Singapore. You can confirm your bag tag details at check-in in Busan, and our ground staff will assist if you have any questions.

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is a major gateway with onward connections to many cities across the United States. If you plan to continue your journey, we recommend checking available flights and minimum connection times in advance, and allowing extra time for immigration, baggage collection, and security screening in Seattle.