Flights from Hong Kong SAR, China to Zurich (ZRH)

Yes, meals are offered on flights from Hong Kong to Zurich via Singapore. You can enjoy our in-flight dining with regionally inspired dishes and international favourites, along with a range of special meals that can be requested in advance. On selected sectors and cabins, Book the Cook allows you to pre-select main courses before your flight. A full beverage service, including wines, spirits, soft drinks, and our signature Singapore Sling, is available on board.

For journeys between Hong Kong and Zurich, Singapore Airlines generally applies the weight concept for checked baggage, with allowances varying by cabin class and your KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Checked baggage allowances differ between Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class, while cabin baggage limits are based on both the number of pieces and size and weight per item. You can view your exact allowance during booking or on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Hong Kong to Zurich via Singapore 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, as long as your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and those who prefer not to register can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Hong Kong to Zurich via Singapore, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, or First Class, depending on the sector. The Hong Kong–Singapore flights operate with different configurations, some offering Economy Class and Business Class only, and others including Premium Economy Class as well. The Singapore–Zurich sector on the Boeing 777-300ER offers Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class.

On flights between Hong Kong and Zurich via Singapore, Economy Class seats typically offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class provides about 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class features fully flat beds with direct aisle access on long-haul sectors, while First Class offers a spacious seat that converts into a fully flat bed. Exact configurations may vary slightly between the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 777-300ER operating your flight.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Hong Kong SAR, China to Zurich. 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 Hong Kong to Zurich connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive facilities for transit passengers. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour of Singapore if your timing and eligibility align, or explore airport attractions such as indoor gardens, butterfly and sunflower spaces, and quiet rest areas. Shorter connections are easily filled with a meal, a shower, or some shopping in the terminals. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Hong Kong operates on Hong Kong Time (UTC+8), while Zurich follows Central European Time (UTC+1) and observes daylight saving time. From late March to late October, Zurich moves to Central European Summer Time (UTC+2), making Zurich 6 hours behind Hong Kong in winter and 6 or 7 hours behind depending on the season.

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