Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to United States Of America

Yes, meals are served on all flights from Brisbane to the United States of America. On each sector, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with regionally inspired dishes, light bites, and dessert. Special meals can be requested in advance to suit many dietary needs. On eligible long-haul sectors, selected cabins can use Book the Cook to pre-select a main course before departure. A full beverage service is available, including juices, soft drinks, wines, spirits, and our signature Singapore Sling on many flights.

Flights between Australia and the United States of America generally use the piece concept for checked baggage. Allowances vary by cabin: in Economy Class you can bring at least one checked bag, in Premium Economy Class and Business Class you can bring additional or heavier pieces. All customers may also bring cabin baggage within size and weight limits. Exact entitlements depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer status, shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Airbus A350-900 flights from Brisbane to the United States of America once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase Wi-Fi 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 flights between Brisbane and Singapore, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class. On onward flights from Singapore to Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, you can choose from Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. On flights from Singapore to New York, Business Class and Premium Economy Class are available.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width on routes where it is available. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900, though cabin configurations can vary slightly between aircraft operating different United States routes.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to United States of America. 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 Brisbane to the United States of America connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers indoor gardens, art installations, quiet rest areas, showers, transit hotels, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour into the city when available and timing allows, or simply relax in a lounge or explore the airport’s themed zones. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco are usually 18 hours behind Brisbane when Brisbane is on Australian Eastern Standard Time, and 19 hours behind when Brisbane is on daylight saving time. New York is typically 15 hours behind Brisbane, shifting to 16 hours during Northern Hemisphere daylight saving time from around March to November.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in United States of America 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 United States of America, 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.