Flights from Yangon (RGN) to Christchurch (CHC)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and refreshments on both sectors between Yangon and Christchurch, with menus designed to suit the time of day and flight length.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet different dietary needs on this route. Please request your preferred special meal when you book or at least 24 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins on the Singapore to Christchurch sector can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select from an extended menu. Availability depends on your cabin class and departure sector.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices and soft drinks, is available throughout the flight. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside a curated range of other beverages.

For flights between Yangon and Christchurch, 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 in weight.

For cabin baggage, customers in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited Wi-Fi; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure.

Non-members can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic web browsing. It does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers, so we recommend planning any heavy online use for before or after your flight.

On the Yangon to Singapore sector, operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class provides a more spacious seat with greater recline and added personal space.

On the Singapore to Christchurch sector on the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class also provides about 32 inches of pitch and up to 19 inches of width, while Premium Economy Class offers a roomier 38-inch pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat, ensuring a comfortable rest on the long-haul flight.

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 Yangon International Airport (RGN) on Singapore Airlines flights to Christchurch via Singapore, eligible customers may access the Mingalar Sky CIP Lounge (International). Access depends on your cabin class, frequent-flyer status, or lounge membership, and is linked to your departing Singapore Airlines flight from Yangon.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers travelling between Yangon and Christchurch may access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent-flyer status. Your lounge entitlement is linked to your onward Singapore Airlines-operated flight from Singapore.

Singapore Changi Airport offers many ways to enjoy your layover, from themed gardens and art installations to quiet rest areas and play zones. For shorter connections, staying airside lets you explore terminals with their wide choice of dining, shopping, and relaxation spaces, all connected by efficient people-movers.

For longer layovers, you can consider joining an official transit tour into the city if your connection time meets the programme"s minimum hours, or relax at an airport hotel or paid lounge. Facilities such as walking routes, viewing galleries, and family areas help the time pass comfortably. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it"s an integral part of your journey.

Yangon follows Myanmar Time (UTC+6:30) and does not observe daylight saving time. Christchurch follows New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13). From late September to early April, Christchurch is 6.5 hours ahead of Yangon; from early April to late September, it is 5.5 hours ahead.

Visa and entry requirements for New Zealand depend on your nationality, purpose of visit, and length of stay. We recommend checking with the nearest New Zealand embassy or official immigration website before you book, as well as reviewing any transit requirements for Singapore.

For flights from Yangon to Christchurch via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Yangon International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and immigration formalities before boarding your flight to Singapore.

Christchurch Airport offers straightforward arrival procedures, with clear signage for immigration, baggage claim, and customs. Once you exit the arrivals area, you will find options for onward transport, information desks, car-hire counters, and basic services such as food outlets and convenience stores.

Christchurch serves as a key hub for flights and ground transport within the South Island. After arriving on your Singapore Airlines flight, you can connect to regional flights or travel by road or rail to other cities and towns. Please check with your chosen carrier or operator for schedules and connection times.