Flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Bengaluru (BLR)

In-flight Dining
On both the Christchurch–Singapore and Singapore–Bengaluru flights, you will be served complimentary meals tailored to the time of day and sector length, with options designed to suit a range of tastes.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet specific dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through Manage Booking so we can prepare them for your flights.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in selected premium cabins can use our Book the Cook service on participating sectors, choosing from a wider range of main courses before departure for a more personalised dining experience.

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

For flights between Christchurch and Bengaluru, our baggage policy follows the weight concept. In checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring 25kg on Lite and Value fares or 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 35kg, and Business Class passengers may bring 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may take 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may take 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact allowance is confirmed on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Christchurch to Bengaluru once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Christchurch–Singapore and Singapore–Bengaluru Airbus A350-900 sectors, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class provides around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width, giving extra personal space and comfort.

Business Class features a fully flat bed with generous width and direct aisle access at every seat on both sectors, allowing you to rest or work in privacy throughout the journey.

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.

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. For example, if you fly Economy from Christchurch but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Singapore Changi Airport is well suited to both short and longer layovers, with themed gardens, quiet rest areas, children’s play spaces, and art installations across its terminals. For longer connections, you can join one of the airport’s official free transit tours into the city, which generally require a layover of at least 5.5 to 6 hours.

If you prefer to stay airside, you can explore facilities such as entertainment zones, snooze areas, and, in some terminals, swimming pools or pay-per-use lounges. Showers, spa services, and transit hotels make it easy to refresh between the Christchurch and Bengaluru sectors.

Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Christchurch follows New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13) during daylight saving, roughly late September to early April. Bengaluru uses India Standard Time (UTC+5:30) all year. This means Bengaluru is about 6.5 hours behind Christchurch in winter and 7.5 hours behind during Christchurch’s summer time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru when flying from Christchurch via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Christchurch–Singapore and Singapore–Bengaluru) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to Bengaluru is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Christchurch–Bengaluru trip, 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.