Flights from Busan (PUS) to Australia

Yes, meals are served on flights from Busan to Australia. On these medium- and long-haul sectors, you can enjoy our in-flight dining featuring regional and international flavours, with thoughtfully designed menus for each cabin. A range of special meals is available when requested in advance, catering to many dietary preferences. On selected sectors and cabins, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service from Singapore for an expanded choice of main courses. Throughout your journey, a selection of hot and cold beverages is offered, including juices, soft drinks, teas, coffees, and alcoholic beverages, as well as our signature Singapore Sling on eligible flights.

Flights between Busan and Australia operate under the weight concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can typically check in baggage up to 25kg. In Premium Economy Class, the allowance is usually up to 35kg. In Business Class, and First Class where available on the onward sector, the allowance is normally up to 40kg. For cabin baggage, most travellers may bring one piece in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and two pieces in Business Class and First Class, each within our size and weight limits. Exact allowances can vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status, so please check your e-ticket for full details.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Busan to Australia 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, provided your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and those who do not link their membership can purchase Wi-Fi 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.

From Busan to Singapore, flights offer Business Class and Economy Class on the Boeing 737-8 MAX. From Singapore to Australia, you will find a mix of First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, depending on the city and aircraft. First Class is available on selected Sydney services operated by the Boeing 777-300ER. Premium Economy Class is offered on certain routes such as Sydney and Melbourne on the Airbus A350-900. Other Australian cities are typically served in Business Class and Economy Class. Cabin configurations can differ by route and operating aircraft.

On routes from Busan to Australia, Economy Class generally offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, providing comfortable legroom for medium- and long-haul flights. Premium Economy Class, available on selected Airbus A350-900 services to cities such as Sydney and Melbourne, offers around 38-inch seat pitch and up to 20-inch seat width for extra space. Business Class features a fully flat bed on widebody aircraft, with direct aisle access on long-haul cabins, and generous recline and legroom on narrowbody aircraft. First Class, available on selected Boeing 777-300ER services to Sydney, provides a fully flat bed and expansive personal space. Specific layouts and seat designs may vary slightly by aircraft type and route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Australia. 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 flights from Busan to Australia connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive airside facilities. For shorter layovers, you can relax in quiet seating zones, visit indoor gardens, or freshen up with showers and a wide selection of dining and shopping. With a longer connection, you may be able to join one of the airport's free transit city tours, subject to eligibility and timing, or explore more of the terminals, including attractions such as playgrounds and rest areas. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Busan (Korea Standard Time, UTC+9) is usually 1–2 hours behind many Australian cities. Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane follow Australian Eastern Time. During Australian Eastern Standard Time (around April to early October), Sydney and Melbourne are 1 hour ahead of Busan (UTC+10), while Brisbane is also 1 hour ahead (UTC+10 without daylight saving). During Australian Eastern Daylight Time (around early October to early April), Sydney and Melbourne move to UTC+11, making them 2 hours ahead of Busan, while Brisbane stays at UTC+10, 1 hour ahead. Adelaide operates on Australian Central Time, usually 30 minutes behind Sydney and Melbourne, so it is typically 0.5–1.5 hours ahead of Busan depending on daylight saving. Perth, on Australian Western Standard Time (UTC+8), is 1 hour behind Busan all year. Darwin, on Australian Central Standard Time (UTC+9:30) without daylight saving, is usually 30 minutes behind Busan. Cairns shares Brisbane's time, usually 1 hour ahead of Busan.

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