Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to China

Yes, meals are served on all flights from Riyadh to China. You can enjoy in-flight dining with regionally inspired and international dishes, including a main course, sides, and dessert on the longer Riyadh–Singapore sector. A range of special meals is available on request before departure to suit different dietary needs. On selected routes and cabins, you can use our Book the Cook service from Singapore for more choice on the medium-haul segment. Throughout your journey, you can enjoy a full beverage service, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and alcoholic beverages, as well as our signature Singapore Sling on most flights.

Flights between Saudi Arabia and China use the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can typically check in up to 25kg. In Business Class, you can usually check in up to 40kg. For cabin baggage, you may bring one piece in Economy Class and two in Business Class, within our standard size and weight limits. Exact allowances are shown on your ticket and may vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status.

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

On all routes from Riyadh to China via Singapore, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class. The Riyadh–Singapore sector on the Airbus A350-900 offers spacious Business Class seats and comfortable Economy Class seating. Onward flights from Singapore to Chinese cities use a mix of Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-10, and Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft, each with its own Business and Economy Class layout, so seat designs and configurations may differ slightly between cities.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, varying slightly by aircraft. In Business Class, seats convert to fully flat beds, with direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 and generous personal space on the Boeing 787-10 and Boeing 737-8 MAX. While exact layouts differ between aircraft types and routes, all offer comfortable legroom and thoughtfully designed seating.

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 Riyadh to China connect at Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed for comfortable transits. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour of Singapore when available, or explore themed gardens, art installations, and rest areas inside the terminals. Shorter connections are easily spent enjoying dining options, quiet zones, or, time permitting, a quick shower or spa treatment in selected facilities. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Riyadh follows Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3). Most major Chinese cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Hangzhou, use China Standard Time (UTC+8). This means China is 5 hours ahead of Riyadh year-round, as neither location observes 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.