Flights from Busan (PUS) to Male (MLE)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey from Busan to Male, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and offer a balanced choice of dishes in every cabin.
Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet different dietary needs, which you can request in advance through our website or your booking agent before departure.
Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on selected sectors can pre-order from an extended Book the Cook menu, allowing you to reserve your main course ahead of your flight for a more personalised dining experience.
Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold beverages, including juices and soft drinks, is available throughout the flight. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, along with other alcoholic beverages, subject to availability and local regulations.

For flights between Busan and Male, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers may check 35kg, and Business Class passengers may check 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.
For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final baggage allowance is indicated on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members have additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Busan to Male once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should ensure their membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Boeing 737-8 MAX and Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, providing comfortable legroom for the journey. Premium Economy Class on the Airbus A350-900 offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width.
Business Class on both sectors features a fully flat bed on the Airbus A350-900 and spacious recliner or lie-flat style seating on the Boeing 737-8 MAX, with generous space and direct aisle access on the wide-body sector.

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.

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. For example, if you fly Economy from Busan but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore (SIN), eligible customers may be invited to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their eligibility.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a wide range of facilities, so even a short layover can be relaxing and engaging. For longer layovers of around 5.5 hours or more, you can consider the official free city tours that run from the airport, subject to eligibility and timing.
If you prefer to stay airside, you can enjoy themed gardens, quiet resting zones, children’s play areas, and, in certain terminals, attractions such as indoor slides or entertainment zones. There are also transit hotels and pay-per-use lounges where you can rest and freshen up.
Dining and shopping options are extensive, from quick snacks to full meals, with many outlets open late or around the clock. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Busan follows Korea Standard Time (KST), which is UTC+9 and does not observe daylight saving time. Male follows Maldives Time (MVT), which is UTC+5 and also does not change throughout the year. Male is therefore 4 hours behind Busan at all times.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Velana International Airport in Male when flying from Busan via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Busan–Singapore and Singapore–Male) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to Male is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Busan–Male trip, 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.