Flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Riyadh (RUH)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Bangkok to Singapore and Singapore to Riyadh sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and international favourites. Portions and service are planned around the time of day and the duration of each flight.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals that can be requested in advance, catering to various dietary needs and preferences. To ensure availability, please place your special meal request when you book or at least 24 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
On eligible sectors and in selected cabins, you can pre-select from an expanded menu using our Book the Cook service. This allows you to choose your main course before you fly, so your preferred option is prepared specially for you.

Beverage Service
A thoughtful beverage selection is available throughout your journey, including hot and cold drinks. Our signature Singapore Sling is also offered on board, so you can enjoy a classic taste of Singapore while you travel.

For flights between Bangkok and Riyadh, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class customers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class customers may check 35kg, and Business Class customers may check 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, customers travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Customers travelling in Business Class may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip will be shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights on this route 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 ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is designed for messaging, email, and basic browsing, and does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Bangkok to Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On selected Airbus A350-900 flights, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width.

On the Singapore to Riyadh sector, operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers about 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed at every seat with direct aisle access, designed to give you privacy and space to rest on the longer overnight or daytime sector.

On both sectors of your journey, you can enjoy our KrisWorld in-flight entertainment system, available at your seat. It offers a wide selection of movies, TV programmes, music, and games. Content is regularly updated, so you can find something new to watch or listen to on each trip between Bangkok, Singapore, and Riyadh.

You can select your seat in advance on Singapore Airlines flights for both the Bangkok to Singapore and Singapore to Riyadh sectors. Seat selection options may vary depending on your fare type and KrisFlyer membership status. You can view available seats and manage your preferences in the Manage Booking section of our website or app.

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.

In Bangkok, eligible customers can relax before departure at the SilverKris Lounge. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may have access to facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent on a free transit tour of the city, available to eligible passengers with sufficient connecting time, typically from around 5.5 to 6 hours or more. This is a convenient way to see highlights of Singapore between flights.

For shorter layovers, it is easy to stay airside and enjoy the airport itself. You can visit themed gardens, relax in quiet rest areas, use shower facilities, or explore the many dining and shopping options spread across the terminals. There are also comfortable seating zones where you can rest between flights.

If you prefer additional privacy, you may consider an airport hotel or rest area within the transit zone, subject to availability. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Bangkok operates on Indochina Time (UTC+7) all year. Riyadh operates on Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Riyadh is 4 hours behind Bangkok throughout the year, so when it is 12.00pm in Bangkok, it is 8.00am in Riyadh.

For your Bangkok to Riyadh journey via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and immigration, especially during busy travel periods.

Many travellers do not need a visa for a same-day airside transit through Singapore Changi Airport, but requirements vary by nationality and itinerary. We recommend checking the latest entry and transit requirements with the relevant authorities or your local embassy before you travel.

Depending on your nationality and the length of your layover, you may be able to clear immigration and explore Singapore. You must ensure you meet entry requirements and allow sufficient time to return for security checks and boarding. Always check current guidelines and your boarding time before leaving the terminal.

On arrival in Riyadh, you will go through immigration, collect your checked baggage, and proceed through customs. Ensure your travel documents, including any required visas and accommodation details, are ready for inspection. Transport options into the city include trains, official taxis, and pre-arranged transfers; check local information for the latest guidance.