Flights from Manila (MNL) to China

Yes, meals are served on flights from Manila to China. On board, you can enjoy our inflight dining with a choice of main courses, accompanied by appetisers and desserts on longer sectors. We offer a range of special meals that you can request in advance to suit your dietary needs. On selected routes and cabins, you may be able to pre-select main courses through our Book the Cook service ex-Singapore. A full beverage service, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and a selection of alcoholic beverages such as wine and the Singapore Sling, is available.

Flights between the Philippines and China generally follow the weight-concept baggage allowance. For Economy Class, you can usually bring at least 25kg of checked baggage; for Business Class, this typically increases to at least 40kg. All customers may also bring cabin baggage within size and weight limits, with a higher cabin baggage allowance in Business Class. Exact entitlements depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer status, so please check your booking confirmation for details.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Manila to China once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members across all cabins; 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 usage can be covered by 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 flights from Manila to cities in China, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class. Both the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 offer these cabins between Manila and Singapore, as do onward Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-10, and Boeing 737-8 MAX services from Singapore to Chinese cities. Specific seat layouts can vary slightly by aircraft type.

In Economy Class, you can expect about a 32-inch seat pitch and up to a 19-inch seat width, depending on the aircraft. Business Class offers a fully flat bed on long-haul configured Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 aircraft, and generous recline with direct aisle access or a spacious layout on the Boeing 737-8 MAX. Legroom and layout can differ slightly between aircraft types, but all configurations are designed with comfort in mind.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to China. 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 Manila to China connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join one of the airport's complimentary transit tours into the city, subject to timing and eligibility. For shorter stays, you can relax in tranquil gardens, explore the terminals, enjoy a meal, or visit rest areas and pay-per-use lounges. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Manila observes Philippine Time (UTC+8). Mainland China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Xiamen, uses a single time zone, China Standard Time (UTC+8). This means there is no time difference between Manila and these Chinese cities, and neither uses daylight saving time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in China 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 China, 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.