Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines has a history of more than 60 years. It grew out of Malayan Airways which began operating scheduled flights between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur in an Airspeed Consul plane in 1947. 26 years later, Malayan Airways, which was renamed MSA in 1963, split into two: Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines. It is from this moment on that Singapore Airlines commenced its independent operations. Beginning operation with 5 Boeing B707s and 5 Boeing B737s, it now has over 150 most advanced planes flying to 90 destinations over five continents. Series of prizes from international organizations are best proof for its quality of services.

Regarded as one of the leading airlines in the world, Singapore Airlines has acquired fame for its safe and comfortable journeys. When mentioning its service, the first thing that comes to mind is the cuisine on the plane. Its International Culinary Panel, engages in designing dishes to cater for various needs on the plane, and is unique among all the airlines in the world. Moreover, with an average age of 5 years, Singapore Airlines has the world's youngest fleet in the air, which plays a crucial role in aviation safety.

Flights to/from China:

Destinations of Singapore Airlines in China include Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming, Xiamen, Nanjing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong.
 

Aircraft types:

Up to 2008, Singapore Airlines has 18 Boeing 777-300ERs, 12 Boeing 777-300s, 46 Boeing 777-200ERs, 15 Boeing 747-400s, 5 Airbus A340-500s and 6 Airbus A380-800s.
 

Hub:

Singapore Changi Airport
 

Useful Numbers:

1. Beijing Office:
Tel: (+86)10 65052233
Fax: (+86)10 65051178

2. Shanghai Office:
Tel: (+86)21 62887999
Fax: (+86)21 62892000

3. Guangzhou Office:
Tel: (+86)20 87556300
Fax: (+86)20 87320598

4. Shenzhen Office:
Tel: (+86)20 87320600
Fax: (+86)20 87320598

5. Nanjing Office:
Tel: (+86)25 84719933
Fax: (+86)25 62892000
 

Prizes and Credit:

By the plan of "Singapore Girl", Singapore Airlines provides passengers with thoughtful individual service, which has won many praises and prizes from aviation industry and tourist business. It is one of the most respected companies by Fortune Magazine. In 2004, it was judged the best airlines by Skytrax. In 2007, it was elected as five star and best airlines of the year. In twenty years, it has won the prize of best international airlines by Conde Nast Traveller for nineteen times.
 

Business Scope:

As Singapore is a city state, it mainly deals with international air routes. Singapore Airlines owns over 20 subsidiaries. The business scope covers the whole aviation industry from luggage check to engine maintenance and from air cargo to air catering kitchen. The flight route network is widespread through Europe, Africa, East Asia, Southeast Asia, West Aisa, Australia and North America. Also, it has flights flying across Pacific Ocean including the worldwide longest Singapore to New York direct flight which is run by A340-500.

- Last updated on Aug. 08, 2022 -
Questions & Answers on Singapore Airlines
Asked by Prim from CHINA | Jul. 13, 2019 00:09Reply
baggage inqury
what is the baggage allowance for Singapore airlines please? and if you have excess baggage, how much do they charge
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Answered by Irving from MALTA | Jul. 26, 2019 05:27
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I think this may different for different route or price. Which flight are you looking for?
Asked by j a azhar from SOUTH AFRICA | May. 10, 2019 04:31Reply
Hi I am in Xi'an and want to change my flights
But have no idea of where the Singapore Airlines office is here. How can I get the address of the Singapore Airlines office over here?
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Answered by Irving from FRANCE | May. 15, 2019 02:32
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They do not have office in Xi'an, I guess you need to call them instead for a try
Asked by jillyn from SINGAPORE | Oct. 24, 2018 21:38Reply
How to travel from Singapore to Jingdezhen?
plan to stay around 4 days and travel to Xiamen, is there any flight from Singapore to Anhui than to Jingdezhen ?
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Answered by James from CANADA | Oct. 30, 2018 18:36
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Yes, there are direct flights from Singapore to Hefei, Anhui. However, between Hefei and Jingdezhen, there is no direct flights and you need to transfer in Qingdao or Xiamen.

You can also choose to fly to Beijing first and then take a direct flight to Jingdezhen.
Asked by MPF | Oct. 15, 2012 04:04Reply
What is the best way to fly from Singapore to Xi'an? and to Shanghai then to Xi'an?
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Answered by Kadir | Oct. 15, 2012 22:30
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Hi, MU5094 fly from Singapore to Xi'an, which will stop for once at Kunming. And there are many flights to Shanghai with no stops.
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