Flights from Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) to Manila (MNL)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and offer a balanced selection of mains, sides, and desserts in Business Class and Economy Class.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals for specific dietary needs on this route. These must be requested in advance through our website, mobile app, or your travel agent, and will be served in place of the standard menu.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in Business Class on selected sectors to and from Singapore can pre-order their main course from our Book the Cook service. This allows you to choose from an extended menu before you fly, subject to availability and route eligibility.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. A curated range of alcoholic beverages is also available, and our signature Singapore Sling is served on board.

For flights between Bandar Seri Begawan and Manila, the weight concept applies. In Economy Class, the checked baggage allowance is 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. In Business Class, the checked baggage allowance is 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip will be shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans.

The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers. Coverage and performance may vary slightly between the Boeing 737-8 MAX and the Airbus A350-900.

On both the Boeing 737-8 MAX between Bandar Seri Begawan and Singapore, and the Airbus A350-900 between Singapore and Manila, Economy Class seats offer a pitch of around 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width. This provides comfortable legroom for regional flights.

Business Class on both sectors offers a fully flat bed with generous personal space. On the Airbus A350-900, every Business Class seat has direct aisle access, allowing you to move around the cabin with ease during your journey.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, 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. For example, if you fly Economy from Bandar Seri Begawan but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible passengers may be able to use the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed for comfortable and engaging layovers, with themed gardens, play areas, quiet zones, and a wide selection of dining options inside the terminals. If your layover is at least 5.5 hours, you can also consider joining the airport’s free guided transit tour to see highlights of the city.

For shorter connections, you may prefer to stay airside, where facilities include rest areas, shower options, and, in some terminals, attractions such as indoor greenery and art installations. Transit hotels are also available if you would like additional privacy and rest.

Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Bandar Seri Begawan operates on Brunei Darussalam Time (BNT), which is UTC+8. Manila uses Philippine Time (PHT), also UTC+8. There is no daylight saving time in either location, so the time is the same in Bandar Seri Begawan and Manila throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport when flying from Bandar Seri Begawan via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Bandar Seri Begawan–Singapore and Singapore–Manila) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to Manila is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Bandar Seri Begawan–Manila trip, 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.