Flights from Japan to Hong Kong (HKG)

Yes, you will enjoy our in-flight dining on the journey from Japan to Hong Kong via Singapore. Depending on your cabin, you can savour regionally inspired and international dishes, with options to request special meals in advance for specific dietary needs. On eligible premium cabins, Book the Cook lets you pre-select from a wider menu on the Singapore sector. A range of hot and cold beverages is available, including our signature Singapore Sling on selected flights.

Flights between Japan and Hong Kong use our standard weight or piece concept depending on your ticket type and route, with allowances varying by cabin. In general, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class include a generous checked baggage allowance, while Business Class, First Class, and Suites include a higher checked baggage allowance. All cabins include a cabin baggage allowance sized for overhead lockers or under-seat storage. For full details, please refer to your ticket or our baggage information page.

Wi-Fi is available on most flights from Japan to Hong Kong via Singapore once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across routes from Japan to Hong Kong, you will find Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, First Class, and Suites, depending on your departure city and aircraft. From Tokyo, selected flights feature Suites and First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER sectors to Singapore, while Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka services offer Business Class and Economy Class to Singapore, connecting to Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900 onwards to Hong Kong.

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 and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul configured aircraft. First Class and Suites feature fully flat beds and enhanced personal space. Exact configurations may vary slightly between the Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 787-10, and Airbus A350-900 operating your flight.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Japan to Hong Kong. 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 Japan to Hong Kong connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive airside attractions. For shorter layovers, you can enjoy indoor gardens, art installations, quiet rest areas, and a wide choice of dining. On longer daytime layovers, you may be able to join a free city transit tour if your schedule allows and you meet the requirements. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka all share the same time zone, Japan Standard Time (UTC+9), and do not observe daylight saving time. Hong Kong uses Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) without daylight saving. This means Hong Kong is typically 1 hour behind all major Japanese cities throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong, 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.