Flights from New York (NYC) to Tokyo (TYO)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and snacks on all sectors of your journey between New York and Tokyo. Menus are designed to reflect regional flavours and timed to the different stages of your ultra long-haul and connecting flights.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals to meet different dietary needs, which you can request in advance through our website or your booking agent. These are carefully prepared and served alongside the main meal service.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on this route can pre-select meals through our Book the Cook service, choosing from a curated menu of dishes that are prepared specially for your flight. This lets you personalise your main course before you board.

Beverage Service
A range of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, so you can enjoy a classic taste of our heritage during your journey.

For flights between New York and Tokyo, the piece concept applies. For checked baggage, Premium Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. First Class passengers on the Singapore to Tokyo sector may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked piece must not exceed 32kg.

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

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights between New York, Singapore, and Tokyo once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; if you are travelling in Premium Economy Class or Economy Class, please add your membership number to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The service is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the New York to Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, you can choose Business Class, which offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, or Premium Economy Class, with a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width for added space and comfort.

On the Singapore to Tokyo sector operated by the Boeing 777-300ER, First Class offers a fully flat bed and a very spacious seat. Business Class also provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. Premium Economy Class continues to offer a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, while Economy Class provides a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width.

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 one of the most passenger-friendly terminals in the world. For longer transits, consider joining the official Free Singapore Tour, which usually requires at least a 5h 30m layover. This lets you see a snapshot of the city before returning for your connecting flight.

For shorter layovers, staying airside is very comfortable. Changi Airport offers indoor gardens, art installations, rest areas, showers, and family-friendly play spaces. You can also explore a wide selection of dining and retail options, or simply relax in quiet zones between flights. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from New York, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be able to access partner lounges depending on the airport and terminal used for their flight. At Newark Liberty International Airport, Lounge & Co is available. At John F. Kennedy International Airport, eligible customers may have access to facilities such as the Virgin Clubhouse, Capital One Lounge, or Air India Maharaja Lounge, subject to operating airline, terminal, and eligibility criteria on the day.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may access a range of Singapore Airlines lounges, including The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge. Access depends on your cabin class and frequent flyer status for the onward flight.

New York follows Eastern Time, which is typically UTC-5 during standard time (November to March) and UTC-4 during daylight saving time (March to November). Tokyo operates on Japan Standard Time year-round at UTC+9. This means Tokyo is usually 14 hours ahead of New York in winter and 13 hours ahead in summer.

Because your journey from New York to Tokyo includes an ultra long-haul sector, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before departure to allow enough time for check-in, security, and any departure formalities. If you plan to visit a lounge or travel in a group, you may wish to arrive a little earlier.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay in Japan and any transit in Singapore. We recommend checking the latest information with the relevant embassies or official government websites before you travel, and ensuring your passport has sufficient validity for your trip.

When you fly from New York to Tokyo with Singapore Airlines, your bags are usually checked through to your final destination, and you will receive both boarding passes at check-in when possible. Follow the transfer signs on arrival at Singapore Changi Airport, check the screens for your next gate, and allow time to walk between terminals if required.

It is often possible to arrange a longer stop in Singapore if you wish to spend time in the city between flights. Whether this is available depends on your ticket type and booking conditions, so please check with us or your travel agent when planning your itinerary.