Revisions to Stopover Option for Redemption Bookings Stopovers are only permitted for up to 30 days. Additional stopovers are no longer permitted for redemption award tickets issued on or after 1 August 2022 regardless of the class of travel.

Excellent question! The length of a stopover on Singapore Airlines depends on your ticket type, the fare rules, and whether you intentionally build it in.

Here’s a detailed breakdown:

1. Technical Stopover vs. Layover

• Layover: A short connection (typically under 24 hours) where you stay in the airport transit area. This is simply a connection between flights.
• Stopover: A deliberate break in your journey for more than 24 hours in a city before continuing to your final destination. This is what you’re asking about.

2. Maximum Stopover Length on a Single Ticket

Singapore Airlines generally allows stopovers of up to 1 year on their tickets, provided the fare rules permit it. However, this is subject to critical conditions: Fare Rules are King: The most important factor is the specific fare you purchased. Some discounted economy fares (especially promotional or “Saver” fares) may not allow any stopover at all or may charge a hefty fee for one. Ticket Validity: Most economy tickets are valid for 1 month, business class for 3 months, and first class for 1 year. Your entire journey, including the stopover, must be completed within this ticket validity period. Booking Method: Adding a long stopover often can’t be done on the simple booking engine. You typically need to use the “Multi-City” search tool on their website or call Singapore Airlines directly.

3. The Singapore Airlines Stopover Programme

Singapore Airlines actively encourages stopovers in its hub, Singapore. They frequently partner with the