Flights from Penang (PEN) to Beijing (BJS)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and refreshments in Economy Class and Business Class on both sectors between Penang, Singapore, and Beijing, with menus designed to suit regional and international tastes.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance through our Manage Booking portal, allowing us to prepare and load a suitable option for your journey.

Book the Cook
Eligible Business Class customers on the Singapore to Beijing sector can take advantage of our Book the Cook service, pre-selecting from an expanded menu of main courses for a personalised dining experience on board.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices and soft drinks, is available, along with a curated choice of wines and spirits. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board for you to enjoy during your flight.

For flights between Penang and Beijing, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage: Economy Class customers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, or 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Business Class customers may check 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg in weight.

Cabin baggage: Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece of cabin baggage up to 7kg. Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces of cabin baggage, each up to 7kg. The final allowance for your journey is indicated on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on eligible Singapore Airlines aircraft once we are 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. Paid plans are available for non-members. 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 Penang to Singapore and Singapore to Beijing sectors, Economy Class seats offer a pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, providing comfortable space to sit and relax. Business Class features a fully flat bed with generous personal space and direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 sector.

On this route, Singapore Airlines offers Economy Class and Business Class on both the Boeing 737-8 MAX between Penang and Singapore and the Airbus A350-900 between Singapore and Beijing, giving you consistent cabin choices throughout your journey.

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.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent on a free transit tour into the city, which usually requires at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights and meeting the tour eligibility criteria. For shorter connections, you can enjoy gardens, rest areas, play zones, and a wide selection of dining and shopping in the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

In Penang (PEN), eligible passengers may use the Plaza Premium Lounge before departing for Singapore. During your layover at Singapore (SIN), eligible customers can access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status.

Penang follows Malaysia Time (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur), which is UTC+8 all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Beijing follows China Standard Time (Asia/Shanghai), also UTC+8 with no daylight saving. This means there is no time difference between Penang and Beijing at any time of the year.

When you arrive from Penang via Singapore, you will complete arrival formalities in Beijing, including immigration, baggage collection, and customs. We recommend keeping your travel documents and arrival details easily accessible, and allowing some time to familiarise yourself with local transport options at the airport.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of visit. We recommend that you check the latest information with the relevant embassy or consulate, or consult official government resources, before you travel from Penang to Beijing.

For flights from Penang to Beijing via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Penang International Airport at least 2 to 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows sufficient time for check-in, security screening, and getting to your boarding gate comfortably.