Flights from New Zealand to Mumbai (BOM)

Yes, meals are served on flights from New Zealand to Mumbai. You can enjoy our in flight dining with regionally inspired dishes, along with a variety of snacks on longer sectors. We also offer a range of special meals that you can request in advance to suit your dietary needs. On selected cabins and routes, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service to choose your main course before you fly. Throughout the flight, a beverage service including soft drinks, juices, hot drinks, and a curated selection of wines and spirits is available, and you can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board.

Flights between New Zealand and India generally use the weight concept for checked baggage. For Economy Class, you can usually check in baggage up to 25kg. Premium Economy Class customers typically have an allowance of up to 35kg. Business Class customers usually enjoy a checked baggage allowance of up to 40kg. In addition, you may bring cabin baggage on board, with allowances varying by cabin class. For the most accurate and up to date details for your ticket, please refer to your booking confirmation or our baggage information page.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from New Zealand to Mumbai once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non members and those who prefer not to register can choose from paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From both Auckland and Christchurch to Singapore, you can choose from Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900. On the onward flights from Singapore to Mumbai, the Boeing 787-10 typically offers Business Class and Economy Class. Cabin configurations may differ slightly between aircraft types, but the core cabin classes remain the same.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers a roomier 38 inch pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width. In Business Class, your seat converts into a fully flat bed, and every seat provides direct aisle access. While specific layouts can vary slightly between the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10, these comfort standards are consistent across routes from New Zealand to Mumbai.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at Singapore Changi Airport on connections from New Zealand to Mumbai. 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 Mumbai connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers a wide range of ways to relax between flights. For longer layovers, you can consider joining one of the free transit tours that explore highlights of Singapore, subject to timing and eligibility. For shorter connections, stay airside and enjoy gardens, quiet zones, showers, and plentiful dining and shopping options within the terminals. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait it is an integral part of your journey.

Mumbai follows India Standard Time (IST), which is UTC+5:30 and does not observe daylight saving time. Auckland and Christchurch both follow New Zealand time zones. During New Zealand Standard Time (approximately late April to late September), Auckland and Christchurch are typically 6 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Mumbai. During New Zealand Daylight Time (approximately late September to early April), they are usually 7 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Mumbai.

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