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Airline review · SQ

# Singapore Airlines

A Great Way to Fly

Photo: Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0

Singapore Airlines sets the benchmark for service consistency, premium cabins, and the iconic Singapore Girl hospitality across long-haul routes.

Last updated 30 June 2026

Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating

## Should I choose Singapore Airlines for my next long-haul work trip?

Singapore Airlines scores 8.9/10 (safety 9.7/10), ranking #2 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 30 kg economy long-haul. Economy seat pitch: 32"; loyalty programme: KrisFlyer. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. Methodology and safety scoring notes are linked at the end.

**FlightLogic score**

8.9/10

**Safety**

9.7/10

**Global rank**

#2

**Wi-Fi policy**

Partial / paid tiers

## Who should think twice about Singapore Airlines

Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings:

- Premium pricing on popular routes
- Older 777 economy seats on select routes

## Pre-Trip Planning

## Passenger policies at a glance

Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Singapore Airlines — expand for the full matrix.

### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes

| Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies |
| --- | --- |
| Checked baggage | 30 kg economy long-haul |
| In-flight Wi-Fi | Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only |
| Economy seat pitch | 32" |
| Lounge access | SilverKris lounges; Star Alliance Gold long-haul |
| Changes & refunds | No change fee on Flexi fares |
| Loyalty programme | KrisFlyer |

## Awards & Recognition

- World's Best Cabin Crew
- Best First Class Suite

## Airline Details

**IATA Code**

SQ

**ICAO Code**

SIA

**Hub**

Changi (SIN)

**Alliance**

star alliance

**Founded**

1972

**Fleet Size**

140 aircraft

## Strengths

- Book the Cook pre-order dining
- KrisFlyer loyalty program
- Changi hub experience

## Weaknesses

- Premium pricing on popular routes
- Older 777 economy seats on select routes

## Day-of Travel Support

### Compare Singapore Airlines fares from the UK

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## Singapore Airlines travel facts

Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Singapore Airlines.

### Baggage & fees

| Cabin bag | 1 piece, 115 cm combined dimensions · Up to 7 kg |
| --- | --- |
| Checked bag (economy) | Weight concept 25–30 kg by fare (35 kg premium economy); 2 × 23 kg to US/Canada |
| Checked bag (business) | 40 kg weight concept; 2 × 32 kg to US/Canada |
| Seat selection | Free standard selection on most fares; fee on Lite fares |
| Change fee | Varies by fare; Lite fares fee + fare difference |

[Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/)

### Punctuality

78.58%

on time — Full year 2025 (arrivals within 15 min)

Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) — Asia-Pacific #4

Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/).

### Fleet & cabins

**Fleet size**

152 aircraft

**Average age**

7.8 years

**Main types**

A350-900, A380-800, B777-300ER, B787-10, B737 MAX 8

**Economy pitch**

32 in

**Business seat**

Fully flat 1-2-1 on long-haul widebodies

**Wi-Fi**

Free for KrisFlyer members

### Safety

**Registry status**

IOSA-registered

IOSA-registered; CAAS (Singapore) oversight

**FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.7/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status.

### Loyalty

**Programme**

KrisFlyer

**Currency**

Miles

Tiers: KrisFlyer, Elite Silver, Elite Gold; PPS Club for premium cabins

### Rating history

- Q3 2026 8.9/10 Current quarter

Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived.

Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: singaporeair.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) · mainlymiles.com fleet analysis (30 Jun 2025)

## Changi hub advantage

Singapore Airlines' sole hub at Changi (SIN) — rated 9.6/10 on FlightLogic — is repeatedly ranked the world's best airport. Free transit tours, Jewel, and efficient connections make SQ ideal for Asia-Pacific itineraries.

KrisFlyer is the loyalty programme; Star Alliance Gold status provides lounge access across the network.

## Editorial Singapore Airlines Reviews

## Verified reader reviews

Coming soon

We are building verified reader reviews for Singapore Airlines. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Singapore%20Airlines).

Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score.

## Singapore Airlines — Frequently Asked Questions

### Is Singapore Airlines a good airline?

Singapore Airlines consistently ranks in FlightLogic's top 3 with a 9.3/10 overall score. Service consistency, catering quality, and the KrisFlyer programme are industry-leading. Value scores lower due to premium pricing.

### What is Singapore Airlines' best cabin?

Suites on the A380 (limited routes) and business class on 787/A350 with direct aisle access are the standout products. Book the Cook lets premium passengers pre-order meals before departure.

### What alliance is Singapore Airlines in?

Singapore Airlines is a Star Alliance member. KrisFlyer miles can be earned and redeemed across United, Lufthansa, ANA, and other Star partners.

### What is Singapore Airlines's safety score?

Singapore Airlines scores 9.7/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance.

### Where is Singapore Airlines's hub?

Singapore Airlines's primary hub is Changi (SIN). The airline was founded in 1972 and operates approximately 140 aircraft.

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