Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to China

Yes, meals are served on all Singapore Airlines flights from Los Angeles to China. On the long-haul Los Angeles to Singapore sector, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with regionally inspired and international dishes tailored to the time of day. Special meals can be requested in advance to suit many dietary needs. On eligible premium cabins, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, choosing your main course ahead of time from an expanded menu. Throughout your journey, a complementary beverage selection, including juices, soft drinks, wines, and our signature Singapore Sling, is available.

Flights between the United States and China use the piece concept for checked baggage. On these routes, checked baggage allowances differ by cabin class. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can typically check at least two pieces of baggage within specified weight limits per piece. Business Class offers a higher checked baggage allowance, also based on a set number of pieces. For cabin baggage, you may bring one or more small bags on board depending on your cabin class, within the published size and weight limits. Exact entitlements are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Los Angeles to China 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 devices can access paid Wi-Fi plans. The connection is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the journey from Los Angeles to China, cabins include Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. The Los Angeles to Singapore sector on the Airbus A350-900 offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. On the onward flights from Singapore to Chinese cities, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-10, and Boeing 737-8 MAX services provide Business Class and Economy Class, with configurations varying by route.

On flights from Los Angeles to China, Economy Class seats generally offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class, available on the Los Angeles to Singapore sector, offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. In Business Class on all aircraft types, your seat converts into a fully flat bed, with direct aisle access on long-haul widebody aircraft. Exact configurations and layouts may differ slightly between the Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-10, and Boeing 737-8 MAX used on these routes.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to China. 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 China connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join an official transit tour, subject to eligibility and timing, or simply relax in the terminals, which feature indoor gardens, quiet rest areas, play zones, and a wide range of dining options. Shorter connections can be spent exploring the terminal nearest your gate, freshening up, or enjoying a meal before your next flight. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (UTC-8, or UTC-7 during daylight saving time from roughly March to early November). Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, Hangzhou, and Xiamen all use China Standard Time (UTC+8) year-round and do not observe daylight saving. This means China is typically 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles during Pacific Standard Time, and 15 hours ahead when Los Angeles is on daylight saving time.

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