Melbourne (MEL) ↔ Singapore (SIN)
The vital link between Australia's cultural capital and Southeast Asia's premier hub. Singapore Airlines sets the standard with exceptional service on this route, while Qantas and budget options like Scoot and Jetstar give you plenty of choice. Whether you're connecting onward to Europe or exploring Singapore itself, this route delivers quality and convenience.
Singapore Airlines flies two of the aircraft we track on this corridor — the Airbus A350-900 and the Boeing 777-300ER — both at 32-inch economy pitch. Compare Singapore Airlines legroom on the A350 and the 777 — the 777-300ER is the wider of the two, and both cabins are covered route by route.
Estimated Flight Time
7½–8 hours
Distance
6,300 km
Flight Frequency
8+ daily flights
Highest comfort rating
Singapore Airlines
Boeing 777-300ER
Rating: 4.7
Best for tall travelers
Singapore Airlines
Airbus A350-900
Seat pitch: 32"
Widest seat
Singapore Airlines
Boeing 777-300ER
Seat width: 18.5"
Lowest comfort rating
Qantas
Airbus A330-300
Rating: 3.8
Economy Class Flight Options
| Airline | Aircraft | Seat pitch | Seat width | Recline | Layout | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | Airbus A350-900 | 32" | 18" | 6" | 3-3-3 | 4.4 |
| Singapore Airlines | Boeing 777-300ER | 32" | 18.5" | 6" | 3-3-3 | 4.7 |
| Qantas | Airbus A330-300 | 31" | 17.2" | 6" | 2-4-2 | 3.8 |
| Scoot | Boeing 787-9 | 31" | 18" | 5" | 3-3-3 | 4.0 |