Flights from Saudi Arabia to Melbourne (MEL)

On flights from Riyadh to Melbourne via Singapore, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with regionally inspired menus and comfort dishes, served according to your flight time and cabin. A range of special meals is available when requested in advance, catering to many dietary needs. Eligible passengers in premium cabins can pre-select main courses through our Book the Cook service on selected sectors. Throughout the journey, we serve a range of hot and cold beverages, including our signature Singapore Sling cocktail, as well as soft drinks, juices, tea, and coffee.

On journeys between Saudi Arabia and Australia, our standard weight concept usually applies. In Economy Class, you can typically check in up to 25 kg of checked baggage; in Premium Economy Class, up to 35 kg; and in Business Class, up to 40 kg. Cabin baggage allowances vary by cabin, with at least one standard carry-on bag plus a personal item. Exact allowances may differ by fare type and KrisFlyer status, so please check your e-ticket for the specific limits that apply to your booking.

Wi-Fi is available on our flights once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase paid plans onboard. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Saudi Arabia to Melbourne via Singapore, you can travel in Business Class and Economy Class on the Riyadh–Singapore sector, and in Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class on the Singapore–Melbourne sector. Cabin availability may vary by flight and date, so please check when booking.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class, available on the Singapore–Melbourne sector, offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900, giving you generous space to work, dine, and rest. Cabin layouts may differ slightly between aircraft configurations, but all are designed for comfort on long journeys.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Saudi Arabia to Melbourne. 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 Saudi Arabia to Melbourne connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join one of the airport's free city tours, subject to eligibility and timing, to see highlights of Singapore between flights. Shorter stays can be spent exploring Changi's indoor gardens, relaxation zones, and family areas, or enjoying showers and a meal in the terminal or lounge if eligible. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Riyadh operates on Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) and does not observe daylight saving. Melbourne is on Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10), shifting to Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) roughly from early October to early April. This means Melbourne is usually 7 hours ahead of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia's summer, and 8 hours ahead during Melbourne's daylight saving months.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Melbourne 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 Melbourne, 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.