Flights from Shenzhen (SZX) to Australia

Yes, you will be served meals on your flights from Shenzhen to Australia. In-flight dining includes a carefully planned menu with Asian and international options, served with thoughtful presentation. You can request special meals in advance to suit many dietary needs.
On selected sectors, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service in premium cabins, pre-ordering a main course created by our chefs for the Singapore–Australia leg. A full beverage service is also offered, including juices, soft drinks, wines, and spirits.
You can enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, along with tea and coffee throughout the flight. Meal timings are designed around the route to help you arrive feeling more refreshed.

Flights between Shenzhen in China and Australia usually follow the piece concept for checked baggage when travelling to or from Australia. In Economy Class, you can typically bring at least one piece of checked baggage within a set weight limit, while Premium Economy Class allows a higher allowance per piece.
Business Class and First Class usually include an even more generous checked baggage allowance, with multiple pieces permitted. All customers may bring cabin baggage on board, with limits based on cabin class and size guidelines.
Exact entitlements depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer or partner frequent flyer status, so please check your booking confirmation or the Singapore Airlines website before you travel.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Shenzhen to Australia once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; members travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class should add their membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure.
If you are not a KrisFlyer member or prefer additional data, you can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board on most aircraft. The service is suitable for messaging apps, email, and basic browsing.
Video streaming, video calls, and large file transfers are not supported, so you may wish to download heavy content before your flight. Coverage and speeds can vary slightly by aircraft type and route.

Across the Shenzhen–Australia routes, you can choose from Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class, depending on the specific sectors. The Shenzhen–Singapore flight is operated with Business Class and Economy Class.
Onward flights from Singapore to Sydney offer First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Services from Singapore to Melbourne provide Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.
Flights between Singapore and Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, Adelaide, and Darwin operate with Business Class and Economy Class. Cabin configurations may vary slightly by aircraft type, but all cabins include our signature Singapore Airlines service.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of around 32 inches, with up to 19 inches of seat width, offering comfortable legroom for long journeys. Premium Economy Class, available on selected Singapore–Australia sectors, offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width for added space.
Business Class provides a fully flat bed on widebody aircraft such as the Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, and Boeing 787-10, with every seat offering direct aisle access on these long-haul sectors. On the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Business Class features a spacious recliner-style or lie-flat seat depending on configuration, designed for regional comfort.
First Class, available on Singapore–Sydney services, offers a fully flat bed with significant personal space and enhanced privacy. Exact seating layouts can differ by aircraft and route, but all cabins are designed to maximise comfort and rest.

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 Shenzhen to Australia connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which offers a wide range of ways to spend your time. For longer layovers, you can consider joining one of the airport’s free transit tours into the city, subject to timing and eligibility.
If you prefer to stay airside, you will find indoor gardens, rest areas, play zones for children, and a variety of dining and shopping options across the terminals. Some travellers choose to book an airport hotel or nap facility for added rest.
Whichever option you choose, plan a little time to move between gates and enjoy the amenities, as your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Shenzhen follows China Standard Time (UTC+8). Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane use Australian Eastern Time, typically 2 hours ahead of Shenzhen during their daylight saving time (October to April) and the same time or 2 hours ahead at other times, depending on the city. Perth in Western Australia is usually the same time as Shenzhen or 1 hour ahead when daylight saving applies elsewhere.
Adelaide uses Australian Central Time, which is typically 0.5 to 1.5 hours ahead of Shenzhen depending on daylight saving. Cairns shares a similar time to Brisbane, usually the same as Shenzhen in some months and 2 hours ahead in others.
Darwin is on Australian Central Time without daylight saving, so it is generally 0 or 1 hour ahead of Shenzhen depending on the season. Always check local time differences close to your travel dates, as daylight saving dates can vary slightly.

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.