There are numerous ways to make the most of your flight on Singapore Airlines, from free birthday cake to free Singapore Slings – even in economy class.
A former flight attendant revealed the lesser-known perks in two TikToks last month. The two videos, posted on the account @geiwosushi, have gotten close to a combined 600,000 views.
“It came to my surprise that many people didn’t know the extensive menu we offer despite it being public information,” Wong Sheau Qian, who worked at the airline for three years, told Insider.
In her first video, the 24-year-old starts by listing all the alcohol that economy class passengers can order — entirely for free.
“There is brandy, bourbon, whiskey, vodka, gin, rum, beer,” she said, noting that the beer is usually Tiger. Cocktails can be made on request as well, whether they’re Singapore Slings, gin and tonics, Bloody Mary’s or Screwdrivers.
As for hot drinks, it’s not just coffee: there’s also green tea, jasmine tea, hot milk, and the chocolate malt drink Milo. “They’ll definitely make it for you, it’s Singapore Airlines,” she said.
And it’s not just orange and apple juice on board — you can also request pineapple juice and tomato juice. But “there is no grape juice, guava juice, or watermelon juice,” she clarified.
In her second video, Wong got to the food, including passenger requests for a second meal.
“A popular question is: ‘Can you ask for a second serving?’ Yes you can, only if there are extras and all the passengers are served,” she said.
And here’s a pro-tip for anyone who wishes to be served first in economy class. “Request the special meal,” Wong said in a pretend-whisper.
“Special meals” include everything from Indian vegetarian meals to diabetes-friendly meals, low lactose meals, and low-calorie meals.
She suggested that passengers go on the airline website to see what free snacks are available onboard before they fly. Shorter flights typically offer a variety of cup noodles and biscuits, while longer flights also offer muffins and granola bars.
And if you ever happen to be flying on your birthday, make sure you ask for cake. You can get it to celebrate an anniversary or a honeymoon too, she said.
Just remember to request it before the flight and not after boarding. “The crew won’t be able to bake the cake on board for you,” Wong shared.
Wong told Insider she plans to make more TikToks about other flight hacks, including one detailing the many amenities passengers can request.
“There are earplugs, eye masks, dental kits, combs, shavers, sanitary pads, socks (for flights above 7 hours only), playing cards, writing pads, pens, children amenities, children headsets. There are also sewing kits and nail files,” she said.
“However, those mentioned are also subjected to availability as there are limited quantities being catered. So please request only if you need them,” she told Insider.
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