Flights from Philippines to Busan (PUS)

Yes, you will enjoy our inflight dining on flights from the Philippines to Busan. On routes such as Manila to Singapore and onward to Busan, we serve curated meals with a choice of main courses, including regional favourites and international options, along with dessert and bread. You can request special meals in advance to suit many dietary needs. Depending on your cabin and route, you may also be able to use our Book the Cook service from selected departure points, choosing your main course before you fly. Throughout the flight, we offer a range of hot and cold beverages, including juices, soft drinks, tea and coffee, as well as our signature Singapore Sling on selected services.

Flights between the Philippines and South Korea generally use the weight concept for checked baggage. For Economy Class, you can typically check in at least 25 kg of baggage. For Business Class, you can generally enjoy a higher checked baggage allowance, often at least 40 kg. In addition, you may bring cabin baggage on board, with one standard piece in Economy Class and two pieces in Business Class, within specified size and weight limits. Exact allowances are shown on your ticket and may vary with your fare type and KrisFlyer status.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from the Philippines to Busan once the aircraft reaches 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 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 it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On flights from Manila and Cebu to Busan via Singapore, you can choose between Business Class and Economy Class. Aircraft and cabin layouts can differ slightly between routes, with widebody aircraft such as the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 operating some Manila–Singapore flights, and the Boeing 737-8 MAX serving other sectors, including Singapore–Busan and Cebu–Singapore.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches, with seat widths up to 19 inches, depending on the aircraft type. In Business Class, seats convert into fully flat beds, and every seat offers direct aisle access or a spacious layout tailored to the aircraft, giving you ample room to work, dine, and rest comfortably. Cabin configurations may vary slightly between widebody aircraft on the Manila–Singapore sector and the Boeing 737-8 MAX operating other segments.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Philippines to Busan. 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 the Philippines to Busan connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive facilities for different layover lengths. With a longer stop, you can join a free transit tour into the city, subject to eligibility and timing. For shorter connections, stay airside and explore Changi gardens, art installations, quiet rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Manila and Cebu both observe Philippine Time (UTC+8), while Busan follows Korea Standard Time (UTC+9). Busan is 1 hour ahead of both Manila and Cebu throughout the year, as neither the Philippines nor South Korea observes daylight saving time.

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