Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your Manchester to Chennai journey. Menus are designed to reflect regional flavours and familiar international favourites, with meals timed to help you settle into the long-haul and onward sectors comfortably.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals to suit different dietary needs on this route. You can request a special meal when you book your ticket or through Manage Booking up to 24 hours before departure, and we will confirm availability for your flights.

Book the Cook
On eligible sectors, you can pre-select from an extended menu with our Book the Cook service, giving you more choice and certainty about what you will enjoy on board. Options vary by route and cabin, and you can browse the latest menus before you fly.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks is available, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, so you can enjoy a classic drink as you travel.

For flights between Manchester and Chennai, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, the allowance is 25kg for Economy Class Lite and Value fares, 30kg for Economy Class Standard and Flexi fares, 35kg for Premium Economy Class, and 40kg for Business Class. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, passengers travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while passengers in Business Class may bring 2 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 on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should ensure their membership number is in the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Manchester to Singapore sector, operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width, while Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access from every seat.

On the Singapore to Chennai sector, operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class provides comfortable legroom similar to our long-haul fleet, and Business Class offers seats that convert into a fully flat bed, giving you space to rest on the shorter regional flight.

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.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a wide range of ways to spend your layover, from themed gardens and art installations to comfortable rest areas and swimming pools. If you have at least 5.5 hours between flights, you may consider joining one of the official transit tours into the city to see key sights before returning for your onward flight. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside to enjoy quiet zones, shopping, and a variety of dining options. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait - it is an integral part of your journey.

During your layover in Singapore on the way to Chennai, eligible passengers may be invited to use the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status. Lounge entitlements are based on your onward flight from Singapore and your KrisFlyer or Star Alliance tier.

At Manchester Airport, eligible customers on Singapore Airlines flights may be able to use partner lounges such as the 1903 Lounge or Escape Lounge before departure, depending on cabin class or frequent flyer status. Lounge access can also be available on a pay-per-use basis; please check availability for your specific flight.

Manchester follows Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0) from late October to late March, and British Summer Time (BST, UTC+1) from late March to late October. Chennai observes India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) all year. This means Chennai is 5.5 hours ahead of Manchester in winter, and 4.5 hours ahead in summer.

If you are on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary from Manchester to Chennai, your connection at Singapore Changi Airport is usually straightforward, as your checked baggage is tagged through to Chennai. We schedule minimum connection times to allow for transfer formalities, but we still recommend following airport signs promptly to your next gate.

You can choose to arrange a stop in Singapore between your Manchester and Chennai flights, subject to your ticket conditions. If you plan a stop of more than 24 hours, you may need separate hotel and transfer arrangements; we recommend reviewing your fare rules or speaking with us or your travel agent before booking.