Flights from Manila (MNL) to Cairns (CNS)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Manila to Singapore and Singapore to Cairns sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and offer a balanced selection of dishes.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary needs. You can request these when you make your booking or through Manage Booking, and they should be ordered in advance of your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on selected flights can pre-order from an expanded menu through our Book the Cook service, choosing their main course before departure for added peace of mind.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout your flight, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board.

For flights between Manila and Cairns, the weight-concept baggage policy applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class passengers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Business Class passengers may check up to 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring one piece up to 7kg. Business Class passengers may bring two 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 Singapore Airlines flights from Manila to Cairns once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Manila to Singapore and Singapore to Cairns sectors, Economy Class seats offer a pitch of around 32 inches, with up to 19 inches of seat width, providing a comfortable amount of legroom for regional and medium-haul travel.

Business Class on these flights offers a fully flat bed with generous personal space, designed so that every passenger enjoys direct aisle access, making it easier to rest or work throughout the journey.

On flights between Manila and Cairns, you can access our in-flight entertainment system on personal screens in both Business Class and Economy Class. A wide library of movies, TV shows, music, and games is available, with content updated regularly so you can tailor your experience to your interests.

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.

In Manila, eligible passengers departing for Singapore can relax in the SilverKris Lounge before their flight. During the layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible travellers may have access to facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin and membership status.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities for both short and longer layovers. For transits of 5.5 hours or more, you may be able to join the airport’s free city sightseeing tour, subject to timing and eligibility. For shorter connections, you can explore themed gardens, rest areas, and play zones, or refresh with a shower or spa treatment. Dining, shopping, and quiet spaces are available across the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

If your Manila to Cairns trip is booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we will usually check your checked baggage through to Cairns, so you do not need to collect it in Singapore. Your baggage tags and boarding passes at Manila check-in will confirm whether your bags are through-checked.

Manila follows Philippine Time (UTC+8) year-round and does not observe daylight saving time. Cairns follows Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) and also does not observe daylight saving time. This means Cairns is consistently 2 hours ahead of Manila throughout the year.

When you arrive in Cairns from Manila via Singapore, you will clear Australian immigration and customs in Cairns. Allow time for border checks and biosecurity screening, especially if you are carrying food or plant-based items. After clearing formalities, you will reach the public arrivals area with access to ground transport and local services.

For international flights from Manila to Cairns via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the airport around three hours before your scheduled departure. This gives you time to check in, drop any checked baggage, clear security and immigration, and reach your boarding gate without rushing.

Visa requirements for travel from Manila to Cairns depend on your nationality and purpose of visit. Before your trip, please check the latest entry and transit rules with the relevant government authorities or official websites, and ensure that your passport and travel documents meet all requirements for Australia and any transit points.

Cairns has a warm tropical climate, so lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. For reef trips and rainforest excursions, consider a hat, sunscreen, and a light cover-up. Always check local weather forecasts before departure and adjust your packing list to your planned activities.