Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to France

Yes, meals are served on flights from Johannesburg to France. On board, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with a choice of main courses inspired by international flavours, along with appetisers and desserts. We offer a selection of special meals that can be requested in advance to suit different dietary needs. On eligible cabins and sectors, Book the Cook lets you pre-select from a wider menu before departure. A full beverage service, including juices, soft drinks, tea and coffee, and a range of alcoholic beverages such as the Singapore Sling, is also available.

On flights between South Africa and France, we generally apply the piece concept. In Business Class, you can usually check in two pieces of checked baggage within a generous weight allowance per piece. Premium Economy Class and Economy Class guests can also check in two pieces, each within a specified weight limit. Cabin baggage allowances vary by cabin: Business Class guests may bring more or larger cabin baggage than Premium Economy Class and Economy Class guests. Exact allowances depend on your itinerary and KrisFlyer status, so please check your e-ticket for full details.

Wi-Fi is available on most flights from Johannesburg to France once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Johannesburg to France, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, or Business Class on the Airbus A350-900 sector between Johannesburg and Singapore. On the Boeing 777-300ER sector between Singapore and Paris, Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class are available. Specific cabin configurations depend on your chosen flight and date.

Across flights from Johannesburg to France, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class provides around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds with direct aisle access. First Class, available on the Boeing 777-300ER sector between Singapore and Paris, offers a fully flat bed with added personal space. Cabin layouts can vary slightly by aircraft.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to France. Eligibility is based on your class of travel or KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, determined by the flight departing the layover airport. Other options such as purchasing a day pass 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.

Most journeys from Johannesburg to France connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, or relax in gardens, quiet zones, and airport lounges. For shorter connections, stay airside and enjoy the airport's dining, shopping, and rest areas. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Johannesburg operates on South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) all year. Most of France, including Paris, uses Central European Time (UTC+1) in winter and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) from late March to late October. This means Paris is usually one hour behind Johannesburg in winter and on the same time as Johannesburg in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in France when flying via the layover airport on a single booking with Singapore Airlines, provided both flight segments are under the same booking reference (PNR), the connection is under 24 hours, and, for partner-operated onward flights, a through-check agreement is in place.

You may be able to plan a stopover at the layover city on your journey to France, 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.