Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Christchurch (CHC)

In-flight Dining
On the Los Angeles to Christchurch journey, you will be served meals and refreshments tailored to the time of day on both the long-haul sector to Singapore and the onward flight to Christchurch. Menus are designed to provide variety and comfort on your multi-segment trip.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals that cater to different dietary needs and preferences. You can request these in advance through our booking management tools, ensuring your selected meal is loaded for both sectors of your journey where available.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers can use our Book the Cook service on selected sectors, choosing a main course from an extended menu prepared specially for their flight. This allows you to personalise your dining experience before you travel.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, along with a curated range of other beverages.

For flights between Los Angeles and Christchurch, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class and Business Class, you may check 2 pieces, each up to 32kg, and each individual 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 will be shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights between Los Angeles and Christchurch 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. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service supports messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Los Angeles to Singapore and Singapore to Christchurch Airbus A350-900 sectors, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every 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.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The 'Next Segment' Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Los Angeles but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. Eligible customers can relax in facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at Singapore (SIN).

If you have a longer layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can consider joining a free transit city tour, which generally requires at least around 5.5 to 6 hours of transit time. With a shorter connection, you can stay airside and enjoy the airport’s gardens, quiet rest areas, and family-friendly facilities.

Within the terminals, you will find themed gardens, art installations, and spaces to freshen up between long-haul flights. Selected terminals also feature attractions such as indoor greenery, play areas, and a wide choice of dining options to suit different tastes and timeframes.

If you prefer to rest, you can use snooze zones or book an airport hotel or spa facility, subject to availability, to recharge before your onward flight to Christchurch. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (UTC-8) and observes daylight saving time as Pacific Daylight Time (UTC-7) from roughly March to early November. Christchurch follows New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) from roughly late September to early April. This means the time difference can range from 19 to 21 hours ahead of Los Angeles, depending on the overlapping daylight saving periods.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Christchurch Airport when flying from Los Angeles via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Los Angeles–Singapore and Singapore–Christchurch) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to Christchurch is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Los Angeles–Christchurch trip, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.