Flights from New York (NYC) to Philippines

Yes, meals are served on Singapore Airlines flights from New York to the Philippines. On these long-haul journeys, you can enjoy In-flight Dining with curated multi-course meals, including regional and international dishes tailored to each cabin.
If you have specific dietary needs, you can request a wide range of Special Meals in advance, which we prepare and load for your flight. On selected cabins and routes, Book the Cook lets you pre-select main courses created by our international culinary panel.
A full Beverage Service is available, including a choice of wines, spirits, beers, juices, and soft drinks, as well as our signature Singapore Sling on many services. Complimentary tea, coffee, and water are offered regularly throughout the flight.

Flights between the United States and the Philippines follow the piece-concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you are generally allowed at least one checked baggage piece; Premium Economy Class and Business Class allowances are higher, with additional or heavier pieces permitted.
Cabin baggage limits also vary by cabin: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class typically allow one cabin bag plus a small personal item, while Business Class usually permits two cabin bags within set size and weight limits. Exact allowances can vary by fare type, so please check your e-ticket or our website for the specific limits that apply to your booking.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from New York to the Philippines once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and 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, or those who prefer not to register, can choose from paid Wi-Fi plans during the flight. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing. For stability and fairness to all users, high-bandwidth activities such as video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers are not supported.

On flights from New York to the Philippines, Singapore Airlines offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, with availability depending on each sector. The New York–Singapore sectors on the Airbus A350-900 feature Business Class and Premium Economy Class.
The onward flights from Singapore to Manila on the Airbus A350-900 offer Business Class and Economy Class, while the Singapore–Cebu sectors on the Boeing 737-8 MAX feature Business Class and Economy Class. When planning your trip, you may experience different cabin classes on each segment.

Economy Class seats typically provide a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, designed for comfortable long-haul travel. Premium Economy Class offers around 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, along with an enhanced recline and extra personal space.
In Business Class, you can enjoy a fully flat bed with generous width and direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft, providing space to work, dine, or rest. Cabin layouts and exact configurations can vary slightly between the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 737-8 MAX operating different sectors on the route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to the Philippines. 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 New York to the Philippines connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which is designed to make transit time pleasant and efficient. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside to enjoy gardens, quiet rest areas, showers, and a wide choice of dining and shopping.
If your layover is longer and timings permit, you may be able to join one of the airport s free transit tours into the city, subject to eligibility and schedules. Alternatively, you can book a transit hotel within the terminal for extra rest.
Wherever you spend your time, you will find clear signage, helpful staff, and family-friendly facilities to make your connection smooth. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Manila and Cebu share the same time zone, Philippine Time (UTC+8), and do not observe daylight saving time. New York operates on Eastern Time, which is UTC-5 in winter and UTC-4 in summer.
From roughly November to mid-March, Manila and Cebu are 13 hours ahead of New York. From mid-March to early November, when daylight saving time is in effect in New York, the time difference is 12 hours.

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