Flights from Australia to India

Yes, meals are served on flights from Australia to India. On every sector of your journey, you can expect thoughtfully prepared dishes inspired by regional and international cuisines, served with care at appropriate times during the flight. A variety of special meals is available to suit different dietary needs, which you can request in advance through your booking.

On selected routes and cabins, our Book the Cook service lets you pre order from a curated menu of main courses before you fly, giving you more choice over what you enjoy onboard. Throughout the flight, we also offer a beverage service that includes a range of soft drinks, juices, hot drinks, and alcoholic beverages. You can even try the signature Singapore Sling, mixed to order on many flights.

On flights between Australia (AU) and India (IN), Singapore Airlines generally uses the weight concept for checked baggage. For routes and cabins where Economy Class is available, the checked baggage allowance is typically up to 25kg. For Premium Economy Class, where offered on selected flights, the allowance is usually up to 35kg. Business Class customers generally enjoy up to 40kg, while First Class and Suites guests typically have up to 50kg of checked baggage. In addition to checked baggage, you may bring cabin baggage on board, with allowances varying by cabin class. Exact limits, including any additional entitlement for PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite status members, will be confirmed on your ticket and during booking, and local regulations may apply.

Wi Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Australia to India once the aircraft has climbed 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 so the connection can be activated. Non members and those who prefer not to link a membership can purchase Wi Fi plans onboard.

The service is ideal for messaging, email, and general web browsing. Due to bandwidth limitations, it is not designed for video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers, and performance may vary depending on the route and number of users.

Depending on your departure city and the aircraft operating your flights, you may be able to book Suites, First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class between Australia and India. Larger routes from Sydney and Melbourne via Singapore usually offer the full range, including Suites and First Class on selected Airbus A380-800 and Boeing 777-300ER services. From Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Cairns, and Darwin, flights generally feature Business Class and Economy Class, with Premium Economy Class available on specific Airbus A350-900 services, particularly to key Indian hubs. During booking, you will see which cabin classes are offered for each sector of your itinerary.

Legroom and seat space vary by cabin, but all are designed for comfort on long haul journeys. In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of around 32 inches, with seat widths of up to 19 inches, providing comfortable space for regional and intercontinental flights. Premium Economy Class, available on selected routes, offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width, along with enhanced recline and leg rest features on many aircraft.

Business Class cabins feature seats that convert into fully flat beds, with direct aisle access on most aircraft types used between Australia, Singapore, and India, giving you more room to work, dine, or rest. First Class and Suites provide even more personal space, with fully flat beds and spacious seating areas designed to feel more like a private room. Different city pairs may have different cabin layouts, and the exact configuration and seat measurements for your flight will be shown when you select your itinerary and aircraft type.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Australia to India. Most itineraries transit through Singapore Changi Airport, where eligible customers can enjoy lounges operated by Singapore Airlines or selected partners, offering comfortable seating, refreshments, showers, and workspaces between flights.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Australia to India. 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 Australia to India with Singapore Airlines connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which offers a wide range of ways to spend your layover. If you have a longer connection and meet the eligibility conditions, you can join one of the airport’s free transit tours, which take you into the city to see highlights such as the waterfront and key landmarks before returning in time for your onward flight.

For shorter layovers, it is usually best to stay airside and enjoy Changi’s amenities, which can include indoor gardens, art installations, quiet rest areas, transit hotels, and a wide selection of shops and dining options. Families can explore play areas, while those needing to work will find charging points and workspaces throughout the terminals. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

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

India operates on a single time zone, Indian Standard Time (IST), which is UTC+5:30 and does not observe daylight saving time. Australia spans several time zones and does observe daylight saving in some states, so the time difference depends on both your departure city and the time of year.

In Sydney, Melbourne, and Canberra, Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is UTC+10 from around April to early October, making these cities 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India. During daylight saving time (AEDT, UTC+11), usually from early October to early April, they are 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India. Brisbane follows AEST (UTC+10) all year and does not switch to daylight saving, so it remains 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India throughout the year.

Adelaide and other parts of South Australia use Australian Central Standard Time (ACST, UTC+9:30), typically 4 hours behind India, and move to Australian Central Daylight Time (ACDT, UTC+10:30) in summer, typically 5 hours behind India. Darwin and the Northern Territory remain on ACST (UTC+9:30) year round, usually 4 hours behind India.

Perth in Western Australia uses Australian Western Standard Time (AWST, UTC+8) without daylight saving, meaning it is normally 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India. When planning meetings or onward travel, always double check the current local time difference close to your departure date.