Flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Switzerland

You will be served in-flight meals on your journey from Christchurch to Switzerland, with menus designed to reflect your cabin class and time of travel. We offer a variety of main courses, including regional flavours, along with appetisers and desserts. Special meals to suit different dietary preferences can be requested in advance. On selected cabins and routes, you may also be able to use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, choosing your main course before you fly. Throughout the flight, a range of hot and cold beverages is available, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and alcoholic beverages, with our signature Singapore Sling offered on many routes.

Flights between New Zealand and Switzerland generally use the piece-concept baggage allowance. For First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, you are entitled to bring checked baggage with differing limits by cabin, plus cabin baggage within size and weight limits. Exact allowances depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer status, so please refer to your booking confirmation or our baggage information page before you travel.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Christchurch to Switzerland once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please add your membership number to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members, or those requiring additional data, can purchase paid plans on board. 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 overall journey between Christchurch and Switzerland, you can travel in First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class, depending on the sector you book. The Christchurch to Singapore sector offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, while the Singapore to Zurich sector offers First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.

In Economy Class, you can expect around 32-inch seat pitch and up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about 38-inch seat pitch and up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat. First Class on the Singapore to Zurich sector offers a fully flat bed and a spacious seat. Exact configurations may vary slightly 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.

Most journeys from Christchurch to Switzerland connect at Singapore Changi Airport. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside and enjoy themed gardens, rest areas, play zones, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. With a longer transit, you may join one of the airport's free transit tours into the city, subject to timing and availability, or relax in a lounge or transit hotel. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Christchurch operates on New Zealand Time, typically UTC+12, shifting to UTC+13 during daylight saving (late September to early April). Zurich follows Central European Time (UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2, from late March to late October). This means the time difference between Christchurch and Zurich ranges from around 10 to 12 hours depending on the month.

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.