Flights from New Zealand to Busan (PUS)

Yes, on flights from New Zealand to Busan you can enjoy Singapore Airlines in-flight dining, with regionally inspired dishes and international favourites served at appropriate times through your journey. A range of special meals is available to pre-order for specific dietary needs. On eligible sectors and cabins from New Zealand, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service to select your main course in advance. Throughout the flight, we offer a selection of hot and cold beverages, including our signature Singapore Sling on most services.

Flights between New Zealand and South Korea use the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you typically have at least 25kg of checked baggage. In Premium Economy Class, the allowance usually increases to at least 35kg. In Business Class, you can usually check at least 40kg. Cabin baggage is generally one small suitcase and one personal item within size and weight limits, depending on cabin class. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from New Zealand to Busan once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; 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 can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The service is designed for messaging, email, and basic browsing, and does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Auckland and Christchurch to Singapore, you can choose Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900. On the connecting Singapore–Busan sectors operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Business Class and Economy Class are available. Cabin configurations may therefore differ between the long-haul and regional parts of your journey.

In Economy Class, you can expect around a 32-inch seat pitch with up to a 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about a 38-inch seat pitch with up to a 20-inch seat width. In Business Class on both long-haul and regional aircraft, you have a fully flat bed on long-haul and a lie-flat or deeply reclined seat with direct aisle access or spacious seating, depending on aircraft configuration, ensuring generous legroom throughout your journey. Cabin layouts can vary slightly between the Airbus A350-900 and the Boeing 737-8 MAX.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Busan connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can consider a free or paid transit tour into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, to see highlights such as the skyline and waterfront. For shorter stops, stay airside to enjoy Changi’s gardens, art installations, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping, or simply relax near your gate. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Busan follows Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) and does not observe daylight saving. Auckland and Christchurch are usually at UTC+12, moving to UTC+13 during New Zealand daylight saving (from late September to early April). This means Busan is typically 3 hours behind during New Zealand standard time, and 4 hours behind during New Zealand 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.