Flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Italy

Yes, meals are served on all Singapore Airlines flights from Christchurch to Italy. In-flight Dining offers curated menus with regional and international options, tailored to the time of day and flight sector. Special Meals can be requested in advance to suit your dietary needs.

On selected cabins, you may be able to use our Book the Cook service from Christchurch and Singapore, choosing your main course before you fly. A range of beverages, including juices, soft drinks, hot drinks, and alcoholic options, is available on board.

You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on many services, alongside other cocktails and non-alcoholic choices, so you stay refreshed from take-off to landing.

Flights between New Zealand and Italy follow the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can typically check in at least one piece of baggage. Premium Economy Class and Business Class enjoy higher checked baggage allowances. For all cabins, cabin baggage is limited by both size and weight, and must fit in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you. Exact entitlements depend on your ticket type and KrisFlyer status, so please refer to your booking for full details.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Christchurch to Italy once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, as long as your membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure.

If you are not a KrisFlyer member or do not register in time, you can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging apps, email, and basic web browsing.

Video streaming, video calls, and large file transfers are not supported, so we recommend downloading any heavy content before your flight.

On flights from Christchurch to both Rome and Milan via Singapore, you can choose between Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class on the Airbus A350-900. Cabin configurations are similar across both Italian destinations, with all three cabins available on each sector of the journey.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches, with seat widths up to 19 inches for comfort on longer flights. Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch and seat widths up to 20 inches, giving you extra space to stretch out.

In Business Class, seats convert into fully flat beds, with direct aisle access from every seat on the Airbus A350-900. The same cabin standards apply whether you are flying to Rome or Milan, although exact layouts can vary slightly between aircraft.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Italy. 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 Christchurch to Italy connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive facilities for transit passengers. For longer layovers, you can join a free city transit tour when available or explore themed gardens, art installations, and rest areas inside the terminals.

For shorter connections, staying airside lets you enjoy quiet zones, shower facilities, dining options, and retail stores without leaving the secure area. If you prefer extra privacy, you may choose a pay-per-use lounge or an airport hotel within the transit area.

Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Italy, including Rome and Milan, follows Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) and observes daylight saving time as Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) from late March to late October. Christchurch usually operates on New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12) and New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13), so the time difference varies during the year.

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