Flights from New Zealand to Zurich (ZRH)

Yes, on these long-haul flights you enjoy our In-flight Dining experience, with carefully prepared meals and a choice of beverages tailored to each cabin. You can request special meals in advance to suit dietary needs, and on eligible premium cabins you may be able to pre-select main courses through our Book the Cook service ex-Singapore. A full beverage selection, including our signature Singapore Sling, is available so you can relax throughout the journey.

Flights between New Zealand and Switzerland use the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can usually check at least one suitcase, while Business Class and First Class generally include a higher number of checked pieces. All cabins include a cabin baggage allowance sized to fit in the overhead compartment plus a small personal item. Exact allowances depend on your route and fare type, so please check your booking confirmation.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on most flights from New Zealand to Zurich once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please add your membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional devices can use paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the journey from New Zealand to Zurich, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, or First Class. The Airbus A350-900 sectors between New Zealand and Singapore offer Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class, while the Boeing 777-300ER sectors between Singapore and Zurich offer Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class.

In Economy Class, you enjoy a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch seat pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat. First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER also offers a fully flat bed and enhanced personal space. Exact layouts may vary slightly between the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 777-300ER, but overall comfort standards remain high.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from New Zealand to Zurich. 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 flights from New Zealand to Zurich connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free city transit tour, subject to timing and availability, to see highlights without handling your checked baggage. Shorter layovers can be spent enjoying Changi's gardens, rest areas, dining, and shops, or simply unwinding near your gate. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Auckland and Christchurch share the same time zone. Zurich operates on Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2). During New Zealand Standard Time (roughly April to September), Zurich is about 10 hours behind. When New Zealand moves to Daylight Time and Europe to Summer Time (roughly late September to March), the difference is usually 10 to 11 hours depending on the overlap of clock changes.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Zurich 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 Zurich, 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.