Singapore Airlines Business Class Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Flying from Denpasar, Bali to the “Lion City” in Singapore Airlines Business Class Boeing 787 Dreamliner on this 2 hour flight was kind of an overkill, but who’s complaining? Leaving behind the serene beauty of Bali after a blissful six-day retreat, my family and I embarked on the next leg of our Round-The-World trip. Our first flight, SQ939 from Denpasar Bali (DPS) to Singapore (SIN), promised an exciting adventure filled with unique experiences.

In this post, I’ll share our journey aboard Singapore Airlines flight SQ939, highlighting the booking process, check-in, boarding, in-flight features, and the culinary delights we encountered along the way.

Booking and Stopover:

Our travel plans were made possible by booking three flights with 100K Alaska Airlines miles. Taking advantage of Alaska’s complimentary stopover, we planned a two-day exploration of the vibrant city-state, Singapore, before continuing our journey to New York JFK with an overnight layover in Frankfurt. It was a bit of a stretch, but the opportunity for exploration made it well worth it.

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Check-in and Baggage Drop Off:

At Denpasar airport, Bali, the check-in experience with Singapore Airlines left something to be desired. We found ourselves waiting for about half an hour as the agent navigated the intricacies of adding our lap-infant to the booking. Although paying $500 to lap our little one seemed steep, it was way more reasonable compared to the $1,650 quoted by JAL to add our infant to my Japan Airlines First Class reservation.

Boarding the Flight:

The boarding process turned out to be more chaotic than the check-in. With the airline boarding two flights departing for Singapore around the same time, confusion reigned supreme. Passengers rushed to the gate upon hearing a final call, only to discover their flight wasn’t even boarding yet. Nevertheless, we managed to board our Singapore Airlines Business Class Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight SQ939, which departed around 20 minutes behind schedule.

Welcome Aboard:

Stepping onto the Singapore Airlines Boeing 787, we were greeted by a cabin arranged in a 1-2-1 configuration, providing every seat with direct aisle access. The luxurious brown leather seats exuded elegance, and I particularly appreciated their comfort during the brief nap I managed to squeeze in during the 2-hour and 10-minute flight.

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The seat controls allowed for customization, and I occupied seat 18K, which boasted a convenient storage compartment beside the window. Despite limited visibility from similar seats, on this flight, I could still catch a glimpse of the engine with a slight lean.

The tray table, conveniently located underneath the entertainment screen, offered adjustable positioning. Speaking of entertainment, the in-flight entertainment (IFE) system was loaded with an array of engaging content, including recent movies, TV shows, live TV, music, and shopping options. To further enhance the experience, Singapore Airlines provided branded noise-canceling headphones in the storage compartment.

With a handheld device on the console’s side, controlling the IFE was a breeze. The storage compartment also housed a power outlet and two USB ports for added convenience.

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Food & Beverage Service:

Despite the flight’s relatively short duration, Singapore Airlines served a light lunch which is a slap on most US major airlines. The appetizer featured prawns with lemon-scented oil, accompanied by a legume salad dressed with yuzu, soy, and sesame. 

For the main course, options included seared beef fillet with a mustard herb crust, black bean chicken, and seafood hor fun—a Singaporean favorite. Unfortunately, they ran out of seafood hor fun, leaving me disappointed. However, the crew offered an off-menu alternative: seafood Pad Thai, which turned out to be a delightful surprise.

In Conclusion:

Touching down at Singapore Changi International Airport at 3:38 pm, our journey on SQ939 proved to be a great experience overall, despite a few minor hiccups. Although my initial menu choice wasn’t available, the delectable seafood Pad Thai more than made up for the disappointment. The attentive service, comfortable seating, and well-equipped in-flight entertainment system added to the overall enjoyment of the flight. 

Singapore Airlines demonstrated their commitment to providing a pleasant travel experience, even in the face of unforeseen challenges. As we ventured into the bustling city-state of Singapore for our stopover, we couldn’t help but reflect on the seamless connection and anticipation of the next leg of our journey. 

Flying Singapore Airlines Business Class Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Bali to Singapore certainly set a high standard for us and made us wish we get the same treatment from North American airlines on similar short hauls. With the memories of this exceptional flight etched in our minds, we eagerly looked forward to the next chapter of our Round-The-World trip in Singapore Airlines Airbus A350 which I once reviewed on The Longest Flight in the World.