Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
On the Melbourne to Singapore and Singapore to Chennai sectors, you will be served complimentary meals tailored to the time of day and duration of each flight, with options designed to suit a range of tastes.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals that can be requested in advance to meet specific dietary needs or preferences. Please place your request when booking or through Manage Booking before you travel.

Book the Cook
Eligible cabins on selected sectors can use our Book the Cook service, allowing you to choose from a wider range of main courses before departure. This pre-selection helps ensure a dining experience that feels more personal.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffee. A signature Singapore Sling is available on board, along with a curated range of other beverages.

For flights between Melbourne and Chennai, our weight-concept baggage policy applies. In Economy Class, checked baggage allowances are 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class customers enjoy 35kg, while Business Class customers have 40kg. Suites and First Class customers have a 50kg checked baggage allowance. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, and Suites, First Class, and Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance 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 from Melbourne to Chennai once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, although Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. 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 Melbourne to Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On selected services, First Class and Suites also offer a fully flat bed and a spacious personal space. On the Singapore to Chennai sector, Economy Class provides a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

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 Melbourne but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities, including indoor gardens, rest areas, and family-friendly spaces, making it comfortable to stay airside between flights. With a longer layover, you may be able to join an official transit tour of Singapore, which usually requires at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights. For shorter connections, you can enjoy walking trails, snooze zones, and a wide variety of dining and shopping within the terminals, all linked by efficient internal transport. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Melbourne follows Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) and Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) during daylight saving, usually from early October to early April. Chennai follows Indian Standard Time (UTC+5:30) all year. This means Chennai is 4.5 hours behind Melbourne during Australian winter, and 5.5 hours behind during Australian summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Chennai when flying from Melbourne 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 (Melbourne–Singapore and Singapore–Chennai) 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 Chennai 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 Melbourne–Chennai 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.