Flights from Hangzhou (HGH) to South Africa

Yes, meals are served on flights from Hangzhou to South Africa. On these Airbus A350-900 services, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with curated menus featuring a choice of main courses, along with appetisers and desserts on longer sectors. Special Meals are available when requested in advance, so you can have a meal that suits your needs. Eligible cabins and routes may also offer our Book the Cook service from Singapore, allowing you to reserve selected main courses before you fly. A full beverage service, including hot and cold drinks and our signature Singapore Sling, is available on board.

Flights between China and South Africa generally follow the weight concept for checked baggage. On routes from Hangzhou to South Africa, checked baggage allowances differ by cabin class, with higher allowances for Business Class than for Premium Economy Class and Economy Class, and are shown during booking and on your e-ticket. Cabin baggage allowances also vary by cabin, with at least one standard carry-on item plus a personal item permitted, subject to size and weight limits stated in your ticket conditions.

Wi-Fi is available on most flights from Hangzhou to South Africa once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please add your membership number to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase paid plans. The connection is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On flights from Hangzhou to Singapore, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class. On the onward Airbus A350-900 services from Singapore to Johannesburg and on to Cape Town, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class are available. Cabin configurations may vary slightly between segments, so the exact options for your journey are shown during booking.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class, available on selected segments between Singapore, Johannesburg, and Cape Town, offers about 38 inches of seat pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width. In Business Class, you enjoy a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on Airbus A350-900 flights. Cabin configurations can differ slightly by route, but these measurements are a good guide to the legroom you can expect.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to South Africa. 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 Hangzhou to South Africa connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside to enjoy indoor gardens, art installations, quiet rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. With a longer transit, you may join one of the airport’s complimentary city tours, subject to timing and eligibility, to see highlights of Singapore before returning for your onward flight. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Hangzhou follows China Standard Time (UTC+8). Johannesburg and Cape Town use South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) and do not observe daylight saving. This means South Africa is typically 6 hours behind Hangzhou throughout the year.

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