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  • Singapore Airlines Is Adding 100+ New Dishes and Overhauling In-Flight Dining

    Singapore Airlines Is Adding 100+ New Dishes and Overhauling In-Flight Dining

    Singapore Airlines is making a fairly substantial update to what gets served onboard.

    The airline is introducing more than 100 new and refreshed dishes across all four cabin classes, along with new wines and spirits, redesigned tableware in its premium cabins, and several changes to how meals are presented and served.

    Some of the new dishes are already appearing onboard, while the broader dining changes will begin rolling out in November.

    More Than 100 Dishes Are New or Getting an Update

    At the center of the changes is a new menu category called SIA Chefs’ Selection.

    It brings together more than 100 new and refreshed appetizers, main courses, and desserts developed by Singapore Airlines’ in-house and guest chefs. The selections span everything from regional dishes to reworked classics, and they’re not limited to premium cabins.

    Among the new dishes are char siew wonton noodles in business class, beef short rib with sambal percik and blue pea rice in Suites and first class, Irish lamb stew in premium economy, and roasted chicken with black pepper sauce in economy.

    Some dishes are also being interpreted differently depending on the cabin. Tandoor-roasted paneer, for example, will appear across every cabin, with different preparations in the premium cabins and premium economy and economy.

    Premium Cabins Are Getting New Tableware, Too

    Singapore Airlines is also replacing some of what’s underneath the food.

    Suites, first class, and business class will receive custom-designed serviceware created with French tableware company Christofle. Singapore Airlines says it will be the first airline to use Christofle chinaware onboard, with designs incorporating the airline’s familiar batik pattern.

    Suites and first class will also get custom Christofle glassware, including tulip-shaped Champagne glasses.

    The beverage list is changing alongside it. New wines are coming to Suites, first class, and business class, while new spirits will appear throughout the aircraft. That includes a Singapore Airlines-exclusive Japanese blended whisky from Komoro Distillery in Suites and first class.

    There are some smaller service changes as well. Cabin crew in Suites and first class may recommend drinks to pair with meals, while selected dishes will receive new presentation touches. Singapore Airlines is also introducing face-to-face companion dining with its forthcoming first-class seats.

    The first dishes are already rolling out, with the new beverages, serviceware, and other changes beginning in November.

  • Singapore Airlines Launches 15% Off Global Award Sale

    Singapore Airlines Launches 15% Off Global Award Sale

    Singapore Airlines launched a new award sale with discounted flights across its global network. And several routes from the U.S. are included.

    KrisFlyer members can save 15% on select economy and premium economy awards booked through September 20, 2026. The discounted flights are available for travel between November 1, 2026, and May 31, 2027.

    From the U.S., the options range from Singapore Airlines’ New York to Frankfurt flight to its nonstop routes to Singapore. There are also discounted flights throughout Asia and between Singapore and destinations in Europe, Australia, and elsewhere.

    Flights From the U.S. Start at 23,375 Miles

    The cheapest U.S. option in the sale doesn’t require a trip to Singapore at all.

    Singapore Airlines flies between New York (JFK) and Frankfurt (FRA) as part of a longer route that continues to Singapore. That flight is available for 23,375 KrisFlyer miles each way in economy during the sale.

    There’s another fifth-freedom option on the West Coast, too. These flights allow Singapore Airlines to carry passengers between two countries outside its home country.

    The airline flies between Los Angeles (LAX) and Tokyo (NRT), with discounted awards starting at 36,125 miles each way.

    For a trip all the way to Singapore, nonstop flights from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle start at 37,400 miles.

    Here are the U.S. economy options included in the sale:

    RouteSale Price
    New York (JFK) → Frankfurt (FRA)23,375 miles
    Frankfurt (FRA) → New York (JFK)23,375 miles
    Los Angeles (LAX) → Tokyo (NRT)36,125 miles
    Tokyo (NRT) → Los Angeles (LAX)36,125 miles
    Los Angeles (LAX) → Singapore (SIN)37,400 miles
    Singapore (SIN) → Los Angeles (LAX)37,400 miles
    San Francisco (SFO) → Singapore (SIN)37,400 miles
    Singapore (SIN) → San Francisco (SFO)37,400 miles
    Seattle (SEA) → Singapore (SIN)37,400 miles
    Singapore (SIN) → Seattle (SEA)37,400 miles

    Prices are per person and one way. Taxes and fees are charged separately.

    The promotion has a general blackout period from December 1, 2026, through January 10, 2027. Some routes have additional blackout dates, and only the flight numbers listed by Singapore Airlines qualify for the discount.

    Premium Economy Starts at 67,150 Miles

    There are fewer U.S. options in premium economy. Several of Singapore Airlines’ longest flights are included, though.

    San Francisco to Singapore starts at 67,150 miles each way. Flights between the New York area and Singapore start at 71,825 miles.

    RouteSale Price
    San Francisco (SFO) → Singapore (SIN)67,150 miles
    Singapore (SIN) → San Francisco (SFO)67,150 miles
    Newark (EWR) → Singapore (SIN)71,825 miles
    Singapore (SIN) → New York (JFK)71,825 miles

    Only specific flights qualify, and the San Francisco routes have additional blackout dates.

    The full Global Redemption Sale extends well beyond these U.S. options. Singapore Airlines is also discounting eligible economy awards throughout Asia and on routes connecting Singapore with Europe, Australia, and other destinations.

    How to Get KrisFlyer Miles

    KrisFlyer is Singapore Airlines’ loyalty program. Flying with the airline isn’t the only way to earn its miles.

    Several major credit card rewards programs allow points to be transferred to KrisFlyer. That includes American Express Membership Rewards, Capital One miles, Chase Ultimate Rewards, and Citi ThankYou Rewards.

    Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300/ER at Los Angeles Int. Airport. Singapore Airlines Limited is the flag carrier airline of Singapore with its hub at Singapore Changi Airport.
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    There’s one complication. Singapore Airlines restricts award searches for accounts without at least 1,000 KrisFlyer miles. That makes it difficult to check whether a discounted Promo award is available with an empty account.

    One workaround is to transfer 1,000 points to KrisFlyer first. Once those miles arrive, it’s possible to search for available awards before transferring the much larger balance needed to book a flight.

    Note that eligible discounted flights appear under the “Promo” fare option when searching Singapore Airlines’ website or app.

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    Know Before Booking

    The 15% discount comes with stricter rules than a normal KrisFlyer Saver award.

    Tickets booked through the sale can’t be changed or canceled, even if they’re completely unused. Waitlisting and stopovers aren’t allowed, either.

    That’s different from many award tickets, which can often be canceled and the miles returned to the loyalty account.

    Bookings must be completed through Singapore Airlines’ website or app by September 20, 2026. Availability is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.