Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Melbourne (MEL)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Manchester–Singapore and Singapore–Melbourne sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and offer a choice of main courses in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals that can be requested in advance to meet medical, vegetarian, or other specific dietary needs. To ensure availability, please place your request through our website or your travel agent before your flight.

Book the Cook
On eligible flights and in eligible cabins on this route, you can pre-select main courses from a wider menu through our Book the Cook service. This allows you to secure your preferred dish before you board.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee, is served throughout the flight. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board, along with a curated range of other beverages.

For flights between Manchester and Melbourne, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (Lite and Value fares: 25kg; Standard and Flexi: 30kg), Premium Economy Class (35kg), and Business Class (40kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip 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 Manchester to Melbourne once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should ensure their membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Manchester–Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat.

On the Singapore–Melbourne sector, also operated by the Airbus A350-900, the same cabin layout applies, with Economy Class and Premium Economy Class offering generous legroom for long-haul comfort, and Business Class featuring fully flat beds and direct aisle access across the cabin.

Yes, you can select seats on your Manchester to Melbourne itinerary via our website or mobile app, subject to availability and your fare conditions. Some seat selections may be complimentary, while others may involve a fee. You can review your options during booking or under Manage Booking.

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.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent joining the official transit tour into the city, which typically requires at least around 5.5 to 6 hours between flights. For shorter connections, you can enjoy airside attractions such as gardens, rest areas, and family-friendly spaces. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Manchester Airport, eligible customers departing on Singapore Airlines flights may be invited to use partner lounges such as the 1903 Lounge or the Escape Lounge, depending on cabin class, frequent flyer status, and operational arrangements on the day. Lounge access policies are confirmed at check-in or at the lounge reception.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may be able to access Singapore Airlines facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge. Access depends on your class of travel and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status, and is determined by your onward flight.

Manchester follows UK time, which is UTC+0 (GMT) from late October to late March, and UTC+1 (BST) from late March to late October. Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Time, which is typically UTC+10, shifting to UTC+11 during daylight saving from early October to early April. This means Melbourne is usually 9 to 11 hours ahead of Manchester, depending on the time of year.

Singapore Airlines flights from Manchester to Melbourne via Singapore typically depart from the designated international terminal at Manchester Airport. Terminal assignments can change, so we recommend checking your e-ticket and the airport information screens on the day of travel.

For long-haul flights from Manchester to Melbourne via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows ample time for check-in, security, and moving through the terminal at a relaxed pace.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of travel. We recommend checking the official immigration or consular websites of Australia, and ensuring your passport, visas, and any transit requirements for Singapore are arranged well before your departure.

If your Manchester–Singapore and Singapore–Melbourne flights are on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we will usually check your baggage through to Melbourne. You should still confirm this at check-in, and keep your baggage tags and boarding passes for all sectors handy during your journey.