Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Zealand

Yes, you will be served meals on flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand. Our in-flight dining features regionally inspired and international dishes, with complimentary meals and snacks served according to the time of day and flight duration. You can request special meals in advance to suit many dietary needs, which we will serve at your seat. On selected flights and cabins, Book the Cook allows you to pre-select main courses designed by our chefs. A full beverage service, including wines, spirits, juices, soft drinks, and our signature Singapore Sling cocktail, is available on board.

On routes between the United States and New Zealand, the piece concept for checked baggage generally applies. In Economy Class, you can usually check in two pieces, each within the standard weight and size limits. In Premium Economy Class, you typically enjoy an increased checked baggage allowance in number or weight of pieces. In Business Class, you benefit from a more generous checked baggage allowance again. All passengers may bring cabin baggage within size and weight limits appropriate to their cabin class, plus a small personal item. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; 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. Non-members and additional users can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The service is suited to messaging, email, and basic web browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers reliably.

Flights from Los Angeles to Auckland and Christchurch via Singapore on the Airbus A350-900 offer a choice of Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Cabin configurations are similar across both New Zealand destinations, so you can expect a consistent level of comfort and design whichever city you fly to.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width, providing good legroom for long journeys. Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width, with extra recline and support. In Business Class, your seat converts into a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, giving you space to stretch out and rest properly. These cabin features are consistent on Airbus A350-900 services to both Auckland and Christchurch.

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 Los Angeles to New Zealand with Singapore Airlines connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour of the city, subject to timing and eligibility, or explore the airport s themed gardens, art installations, and swimming pool. Shorter connections are easy to enjoy airside with shower facilities, quiet rest areas, play zones for children, and a wide range of dining and shopping. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait it is an integral part of your journey.

Los Angeles is in Pacific Time (UTC-8, or UTC-7 during daylight saving from roughly March to early November). Auckland and Christchurch observe New Zealand Standard Time at UTC+12, shifting to UTC+13 during daylight saving from roughly late September to early April. This means New Zealand is usually 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles during the northern summer, and 21 hours ahead during the northern winter.

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.