Star Alliance member Singapore Airlines has confirmed 46 additional return services between its Singapore hub and Christchurch from 24 November 2025 until 12 February 2026.
The move adds up to over 23,000 extra seats across the peak Southern hemisphere summer season, driven by continued demand from South Island travellers and international visitors, according to Christchurch Airport.
Singapore Airlines’ extra seasonal flights will increase to four per week, up from three last season.
The expanded service will operate in addition to the airline’s year-round daily flights, boosting the total up to 11 weekly return services.
That means there will be up to 5,500 seats available each week between Christchurch and Singapore.
Christchurch Airport says the move is part of Singapore Airlines’ commitment to deliver greater connectivity between Christchurch and Singapore.
Alongside the extra seats, there will be 64 additional tonnes of outbound freight capacity, a welcome lift for the South Island’s tourism and export sectors.
The Christchurch–Singapore route has connected the South Island to the world for nearly four decades.
Singapore Airlines will be operating its three-class Airbus A350-900 fleet on the Christchurch flights, including business, premium economy and economy class.
“This service has always punched well above its weight for Christchurch. It’s a lifeline for our exporters, a magnet for high-value visitors, and the go-to launch pad for Kiwis heading off to Asia or Europe.
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Adding more flights just takes it up a gear, more choice, more impact, and even more reasons to love what this route brings to our city and region,” says Gordon Bevan, Christchurch Airport’s general manager aeronautical development.
The additional Singapore Airlines services are part of the carrier’s joint venture with other Star Alliance member Air New Zealand.
Alongside Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, Cathay Pacific and China Southern are also gearing up to return to Christchurch for the busy local summer season, with their flights on sale now.
