Flights from Surabaya (SUB) to New York (NYC)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and refreshments on both the Surabaya–Singapore and Singapore–New York sectors, with menus designed to suit different times of day and flight durations.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet various dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our Manage Booking portal, and they will be served at your seat during regular meal services.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins and sectors, you can use our Book the Cook service to pre-order selected main courses created by our international culinary panel. This allows you to personalise your dining experience before you fly.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside a curated choice of other beverages.

For flights between Surabaya and New York, the piece concept applies for checked baggage as the journey includes the United States of America. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked piece must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final allowance for your booking is 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 and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Surabaya to Singapore sector, Business Class offers a fully flat bed on widebody aircraft and lie-flat style comfort or recliner seating on narrowbody aircraft, while Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, depending on the aircraft.

On the long-haul Singapore to New York sector, Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat, designed for extended rest and privacy. Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, with adjustable leg rests and extra recline for added comfort on the ultra long-haul flight.

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.

At Surabaya, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may access the Concordia Premier Lounge, depending on their cabin class or frequent flyer status. This lounge typically offers comfortable seating, light refreshments, and a calm space to relax or work before boarding your flight to Singapore.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers travelling onwards to New York may be invited to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer tier. Lounge access is determined by your onward boarding pass from Singapore.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed to make layovers pleasant, with themed gardens, quiet zones, and a wide choice of dining and shopping options. For longer layovers, you can explore attractions such as indoor nature areas, play zones, and relaxation spaces without leaving the terminal. If your transit time is at least around 5.5 to 6 hours, you may consider joining an official transit tour of the city, subject to operating hours and eligibility. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Surabaya follows the Asia/Jakarta time zone, which is UTC+7 year-round with no daylight saving time. New York follows the America/New_York time zone, which is UTC-5 from roughly November to March, and UTC-4 from roughly March to November. This means New York is typically 12 hours behind Surabaya during its standard time period, and 11 hours behind during its daylight saving time period.

For flights from Surabaya to New York via Singapore, we recommend that you arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security, and immigration, especially when you have a long-haul connection ahead.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of travel. As your journey ends in the United States of America, we recommend checking the latest entry and transit regulations with the relevant embassy or official government website before you book and again before you travel.

If your Surabaya to Singapore and Singapore to New York flights are on a single Singapore Airlines booking, we will usually check your baggage through to New York. You should still confirm this at check-in in Surabaya and keep your baggage tags until you collect your bags at your final destination.

New York is served by several airports, each with public transport links, official taxis, and pre-booked car services to the city. Options typically include trains, buses, and shared-ride services. We recommend checking the latest ground transport information for your specific arrival airport before you travel.