The decision comes on the back of the Singapore government’s move to suspend new ticket sales on designated VTL flights for entry into Singapore
Singapore Airlines said on December 22 that it would not accept bookings for all its flights under Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) mechanism till January 20, 2022. “With effect from 23.59 hours (Singapore Time) on December 22, Singapore Airlines will stop accepting new bookings for all Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) flights into Singapore that are scheduled between December and January 20, 2022 (both dates inclusive),” Singapore Airlines said in the statement.
The decision comes on the back of the Singapore government’s move to suspend new ticket sales on designated VTL flights for entry into Singapore. The existing bookings, however, will not be affected.
Its low-cost subsidiary Scoot also started operating non-VTL services from Amritsar, Hyderabad, and Tiruchirappalli
VTL flights allowed quarantine free travel to Singapore for fully vaccinated travellers. SIA had restarted passenger flights from eight Indian cities, including daily VTL services from Chennai, Delhi, and Mumbai from November 29, providing eligible customers with quarantine-free entry into Singapore.
Its low-cost subsidiary Scoot also started operating non-VTL services from Amritsar, Hyderabad, and Tiruchirappalli.
Singapore Airlines A380 returns to India: SIA recently also announced the return of its iconic Airbus A380 Superjumbo aircraft to India after a 20-month break in services. Starting January 10, 2022, the A380 will replace the Airbus A350-900 on the SQ 424/423 VTL services between Mumbai and Singapore. Starting 14 February 2022, SIA will operate the A380 in place of the Boeing 787-10 on the SQ 406/403 VTL services between Delhi and Singapore.
Singapore Airlines A380 Suite (single passenger)
The Singapore Airlines A380 is configured with 471 seats in four classes: six Suites and 78 Business Class seats on the upper deck, as well as 44 Premium Economy Class and 343 Economy Class seats on the main deck.
The new Business Class seats can be combined to create fully lie-flat double beds, all forward-facing and with direct aisle access. All cabins also enjoy award-winning cuisine, extensive inflight entertainment, and the famous Singapore Airlines cabin crew service.
Sy Yen Chen, General Manager India, Singapore Airlines, said, “The return of the A380 to India is a special occasion for us as this superjumbo aircraft has always been a popular choice for our customers. Ever since we resumed operations from India, we have seen a steadily growing demand for our VTL flights to Singapore. We are confident that the A380, with its larger seat capacity, will be the preferred choice for our customers seeking comfortable and safe quarantine-free travel to Singapore from both Mumbai and Delhi.”
He further added, “The A380 will provide more space and privacy in all classes, featuring bespoke elements designed especially for the Singapore Airlines customer. We look forward to welcoming our customers back on board the world’s largest passenger aircraft, where they can once again enjoy our world-class product and services, including our most luxurious Suite cabin.”
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