Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Bengaluru (BLR)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey between Cairns and Bengaluru. Menus are designed to offer a balance of familiar tastes and regional dishes, and are matched to the time of day and flight duration.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet various dietary needs on this route. You can request a suitable option through Manage Booking before departure, and we recommend doing so well in advance to ensure availability.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins on this route can use our Book the Cook service, pre-ordering from an extended menu before the flight. This allows you to secure your preferred main course and personalise your dining experience on board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold beverages, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside a curated choice of other alcoholic drinks.

For flights between Cairns and Bengaluru, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class customers have 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class customers have 35kg, and Business Class customers have 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final allowance for your journey is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Airbus A350-900 services between Cairns and Bengaluru once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; 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 access 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 the Cairns–Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore–Bengaluru sector, the Airbus A350-900 offers Economy Class with a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class with a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class with a fully flat bed and direct aisle access.

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.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy themed gardens, art installations, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining. For longer connections, the official free Changi Airport transit tours typically require at least around 5.5 to 6 hours of layover time. Shorter layovers are well spent exploring the terminals, relaxing in quiet zones, or freshening up at airport facilities. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Cairns Airport, eligible customers may access the Escape Lounge before their flight. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers can relax in the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and programme status.

When you travel from Cairns to Bengaluru on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary via Singapore, we normally check your checked baggage through to Bengaluru. You usually do not need to collect it in Singapore during your layover, but our staff will confirm the baggage tag details when you check in at Cairns.

Cairns follows Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST, UTC+10) all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Bengaluru follows India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30). This means Bengaluru is 4 hours 30 minutes behind Cairns throughout the year.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. We recommend checking with the relevant authorities or your nearest Indian mission, and reviewing official guidance before you travel from Cairns to Bengaluru.

On arrival in Bengaluru, you will proceed to immigration, collect your checked baggage, and then clear customs. Follow airport signage for international arrivals, and keep your passport and completed arrival forms ready to help the process go smoothly.

For flights from Cairns to Bengaluru via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Cairns Airport at least 3 hours before departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and any departure formalities before boarding your Airbus A350-900 flight.