Flights from New York (NYC) to Switzerland

Yes, you will enjoy in-flight dining on flights from New York to Switzerland. On long-haul sectors, we serve thoughtfully designed meals with regional and international flavours, along with light bites between services. You can request special meals in advance to suit many dietary needs. On eligible cabins and routes, Book the Cook lets you pre-select main courses crafted by our culinary panel. A full beverage service is included, with a choice of wines, spirits, juices, and soft drinks, and you can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board.

Flights between the United States and Switzerland use the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you are typically allowed at least one checked bag. Business Class and First Class customers enjoy a higher checked baggage allowance. All customers may bring cabin baggage on board, with the number and size depending on the cabin class. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from New York to Switzerland once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited access; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please add your membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can choose from paid plans. The service is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the New York to Singapore sector, you can travel in Business Class or Premium Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900. On the Singapore to Zurich sector operated by the Boeing 777-300ER, you can choose from First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class. Cabin availability for your full journey depends on the combination of flights you select.

In Economy Class, you can expect around a 32-inch seat pitch and up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about a 38-inch seat pitch and up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds, usually with direct aisle access. First Class provides a fully flat bed and a more spacious personal area. Specific configurations may differ between the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 777-300ER operating your flights.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Switzerland. 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.

On flights from New York to Switzerland, you will connect at Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, or explore the airport’s indoor gardens, art, and rest areas. Shorter layovers are well spent enjoying the terminals’ lounges, quiet zones, shower facilities, and diverse dining and shopping. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Switzerland, including Zurich, operates on Central European Time (CET), which is typically 6 hours ahead of New York (Eastern Time). During daylight saving time in Switzerland (late March to late October) and the United States, the time difference generally remains 6 hours, but it can briefly shift to 5 or 7 hours when the clock changes do not align.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in Switzerland 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 Switzerland, 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.