Flights from Chennai (MAA) to Manchester (MAN)

In-flight Dining
On your Chennai to Manchester journey via Singapore, you will be served complimentary meals and snacks in all cabins on each sector. Menus are designed for the length of flight, with hot meals and light refreshments offered at appropriate times.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals for specific dietary requirements, which you can request in advance through our website or your booking manager. These are prepared separately and served on board alongside the main menu options.

Book the Cook
On eligible sectors and in selected cabins, you can pre-order from our Book the Cook service, choosing from an expanded menu before you fly. This allows you to personalise your main course for greater variety and comfort.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks is available, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, adding a distinctive touch to your flight.

For flights between Chennai and Manchester, our baggage policy follows the weight concept. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (Lite and Value fares: 25kg; Standard and Flexi fares: 30kg), Premium Economy Class (35kg), and Business Class (40kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final baggage allowance 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 add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase 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.

Between Chennai and Singapore, Business Class offers a fully flat bed with generous personal space, while Economy Class provides a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width for comfortable regional travel.

Between Singapore and Manchester on the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, and Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class on this long-haul sector features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat.

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.

Eligible customers may be able to access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and KrisFlyer Gold Lounge in Singapore.

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. For example, if you fly Economy from Chennai but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities, including themed gardens, quiet zones, rest areas, and a range of dining and shopping options, making shorter layovers comfortable and relaxing. You can enjoy indoor attractions, explore different terminals, or simply find a calm corner to rest between flights.

For longer layovers, you may consider joining one of the official transit tours that take you into the city, provided your connection meets the minimum layover time required by the programme and you satisfy entry requirements. These tours give a compact overview of Singapore before you return to the airport.

If you prefer to stay airside, airport hotels and nap facilities allow you to freshen up and sleep without leaving the terminal complex. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Chennai follows India Standard Time (IST), which is UTC+5:30 year-round. Manchester follows Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0) roughly from late October to late March, and British Summer Time (BST, UTC+1) from late March to late October. Chennai is therefore 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of Manchester during GMT, and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead during BST.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Manchester Airport when flying from Chennai via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Chennai–Singapore and Singapore–Manchester) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to Manchester is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Chennai–Manchester trip, 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.