Flights from South Africa to Shenzhen (SZX)

Yes, you are served in-flight dining on flights from South Africa to Shenzhen. On the long-haul Airbus A350-900 sectors, you can enjoy regionally inspired and international dishes, with meals designed to suit different times of day. A range of special meals is available when requested in advance. On eligible cabins and routes, Book the Cook lets you pre-select curated main courses. Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a wide beverage selection, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and alcoholic beverages, with the option to savour our signature Singapore Sling on board.

Flights between South Africa and China generally use the weight concept for checked baggage. As a guide, Economy Class typically allows at least 25kg of checked baggage, Premium Economy Class at least 35kg, and Business Class at least 40kg, with cabin baggage permitted in all cabins. Exact allowances may vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status, so please check your ticket details or booking confirmation for the specific limits that apply to your journey.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Shenzhen once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, provided your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and guests 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.

On the Airbus A350-900 sectors between South Africa and Singapore, you can travel in Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class. On the Boeing 737-8 MAX services between Singapore and Shenzhen, you can choose between Business Class and Economy Class. Cabin configurations may therefore differ between your long-haul and regional flights on the same journey.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 and a full-flat or deeply reclining seat with generous legroom on the Boeing 737-8 MAX. Specific configurations can vary slightly by aircraft and route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from South Africa to Shenzhen. 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 South Africa to Shenzhen connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free official transit tour into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, to see highlights such as the waterfront and key landmarks. For shorter stops, stay airside to enjoy Changi’s gardens, art installations, walking trails, relaxation areas, and extensive dining and shopping. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Johannesburg and Cape Town share the same time zone, South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) with no daylight saving. Shenzhen follows China Standard Time (UTC+8), also without daylight saving. Shenzhen is therefore 6 hours ahead of both Johannesburg and Cape Town throughout the year.

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