Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Zealand

Yes, you will be served meals on all flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand. On these long‑haul Airbus A350-900 services, you can enjoy regionally inspired dishes, international favourites, and mid‑flight snacks, with special meals available if requested in advance. Depending on your cabin, you may be able to pre‑select from Book the Cook for added choice on selected sectors. A full beverage service is offered, including soft drinks, juices, a selection of wines and spirits, and our signature Singapore Sling on most flights.

Flights between the United States of America and New Zealand use the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can typically check at least one piece of baggage within a set weight limit per piece. In Business Class, a higher number of checked pieces and weight per piece usually applies. All cabins include a cabin baggage allowance, with one or more items permitted depending on your class of travel. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e‑ticket.

Wi‑Fi is available above 10,000 feet on most Airbus A350-900 flights between Los Angeles, Singapore, and New Zealand. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; 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 usage can be covered by paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On routes from Los Angeles to Auckland and Christchurch, Singapore Airlines offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900. All sectors on these routes use similar cabin configurations, though individual seat layouts may vary slightly by aircraft.

In Economy Class, you can expect around a 32‑inch seat pitch with up to 19‑inch seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about a 38‑inch pitch with up to 20‑inch seat width and greater recline. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat. These configurations apply on the Airbus A350-900 services to both Auckland and Christchurch, though exact seat dimensions may differ slightly between aircraft.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to New Zealand. 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 Los Angeles to New Zealand connect through Singapore Changi Airport, where you can enjoy indoor gardens, art installations, nap areas, showers, and family‑friendly play zones. For longer layovers, you might join a free transit tour into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, or relax in a lounge or airport hotel. For shorter connections, staying airside to explore dining, shopping, and quiet seating areas keeps the journey simple. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Auckland and Christchurch usually operate on New Zealand Standard Time, which is 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles when Los Angeles is on Pacific Standard Time. During daylight saving (approximately late March to early November in Los Angeles and late September to early April in New Zealand), the difference can shift, so Auckland and Christchurch are often 19 hours ahead while both regions observe daylight saving.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in New Zealand 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 New Zealand, 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.