Flights from Busan (PUS) to New Zealand

Yes, meals are served on flights from Busan to New Zealand. You can enjoy our in-flight dining with regionally inspired and international dishes, along with snacks on longer sectors. Special meals can be requested in advance to meet many dietary preferences. On selected flights and cabins, Book the Cook lets you pre-order from an expanded menu before departure. A full beverage service, including juices, soft drinks, wines, spirits, and our signature Singapore Sling, is available on board.

Flights between South Korea and New Zealand follow our weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you typically have at least 25 kg of checked baggage; in Premium Economy Class, at least 35 kg; and in Business Class, at least 40 kg. Cabin baggage allowances apply by cabin: one piece in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and two pieces in Business Class, each within size and weight limits. Exact entitlements depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer status, shown on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Busan to New Zealand once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, as long as your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional usage can be covered with paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Busan to Singapore, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class on the Boeing 737-8 MAX. From Singapore to Auckland and Christchurch on the Airbus A350-900, you can choose from Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Cabin availability for your whole journey depends on the combination of sectors in your itinerary.

In Economy Class, you can expect around a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, designed for comfort on long journeys. Premium Economy Class on Airbus A350-900 sectors offers about a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed on long-haul sectors, with every seat offering direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900. Aircraft and cabin layouts may vary slightly between sectors.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to New Zealand. 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 Busan to New Zealand connect at Singapore Changi Airport, where you can enjoy indoor gardens, art installations, quiet resting areas, and a wide variety of dining and shopping options. For longer layovers, you can explore additional terminals, visit entertainment zones, or relax in a transit hotel or lounge. Shorter connections are easily filled with a meal, a shower, or a brief walk through the terminal is themed zones. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Busan operates on Korea Standard Time (UTC+9). Auckland and Christchurch usually follow New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12), making them 3 hours ahead of Busan. During New Zealand is daylight saving time, from late September to early April, they move to UTC+13 and are 4 hours ahead of Busan.

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