Fresh off being named the world's best airline, Singapore Airlines isn't slowing down. The carrier has announced a S$2 billion (around €1.4 billion) overhaul of its long-haul cabins, covering all four classes: first, business, premium economy and economy.
The new interiors roll out from the second half of 2027, first on retrofitted Airbus A350-900 aircraft (including the ultra-long-range versions) and then on the incoming Boeing 777-9s. And this isn't a design studio guessing what passengers want — more than 5,000 frequent flyers, crew and industry experts were consulted through focus groups and surveys before anything was finalised.
The headline-grabber sits in first class. Centre seats convert into a double bed measuring 203cm by 152cm — the largest in commercial aviation — and by day they double as a two-seater sofa. There's also a personal wardrobe, a vanity drawer, storage under the ottoman and a table big enough for dining à deux or getting some work done.
Business class gets sliding doors for privacy, a 127cm seat pitch and a full-flat bed measuring 200cm long. Business passengers will also receive pyjamas for the first time — previously a first-class-only perk. Amenity kits are getting a luxury refresh too: SISLEY in first, BYREDO in business and INK & WATER in premium economy.
Further back, premium economy offers a 101cm seat pitch, a four-way adjustable headrest and a leg rest with adjustable footrest. Economy seats pitch in at 78–81cm with four-way headrests. Every cabin gets USB-C charging, with some seats also offering USB-A, AC power or wireless charging. Perhaps the most universally welcome change: you'll be able to pair your own Bluetooth headphones with the KrisWorld entertainment system instead of wrestling with the supplied ones. On the dining side, more than 100 new appetisers, mains and desserts are joining the menu.
Why it matters: with Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific nipping at its heels, Singapore Airlines is fighting to keep its crown — and the competition means better long-haul products for everyone. If you've got a Singapore route or an ultra-long-haul flight on the horizon for late 2027 onwards, it may be worth timing your booking to catch the new cabins, especially in premium economy and business where the upgrades are most noticeable for the money.
