How to Fly the Singapore Suites With Points

By Bryce Casson, Founder · Cardocrat · Updated June 2026

The short answer: The Singapore Suites are the most exclusive cabin in the sky, and the catch is that Singapore Airlines releases Suites and First Class award space only to its own KrisFlyer program, never to partners. The good news is KrisFlyer transfers from almost every major US bank, so the miles are easy to get once you find the rare Saver space.

What the Singapore Suites are

The Suites are Singapore Airlines flagship cabin on the A380, with a fully enclosed private room, a separate armchair and a real bed, and on some aircraft a double bed for couples. It is widely considered the single most luxurious commercial flying experience, which is exactly why award space is so coveted and so limited.

The only way to book it: KrisFlyer

Here is the key fact: Singapore Airlines does not release Suites or First Class award seats to any partner program, so you cannot use Star Alliance miles or anyone else to book it. You must redeem Singapore KrisFlyer miles directly. That makes KrisFlyer the one and only currency for this cabin, and it is why so many people never manage to book it, they are looking in the wrong program.

How to get KrisFlyer miles

KrisFlyer is unusually easy to feed because it is a transfer partner of American Express, Chase, Citi, and Capital One, plus Bilt, generally at a 1-to-1 ratio. So whatever flexible currency you collect can become KrisFlyer miles. Search Saver award space first on Singapore website, since only Saver awards are available to transfer partners, then move the miles once you confirm a seat. See our Singapore Airlines booking guide and finding award space.

The catch and who it is for

Saver Suites space is scarce, often opening close to the schedule date about 355 days out and on select routes, so it rewards flexibility and early searching. Surcharges are modest compared with some programs. This is for the traveler who wants a bucket-list cabin and will plan around availability rather than fixed dates. Award prices and availability change constantly as programs devalue and adjust, so treat every points figure here as a rough, illustrative guide rather than a guarantee. Always confirm the current price and that an award seat is actually available on the airline own site before you transfer points, since transfers are one-way and cannot be reversed.

Frequently asked questions

Can I book the Singapore Suites with Star Alliance miles?

No. Singapore Airlines releases Suites and First Class award space only to its own KrisFlyer program, never to Star Alliance or other partners. KrisFlyer miles are the only way to book this cabin.

How do I get KrisFlyer miles?

KrisFlyer transfers from American Express, Chase, Citi, and Capital One, plus Bilt, usually 1-to-1. Confirm Saver award space first, since only Saver awards are transferable-partner bookable, then move the miles.

Why are the Singapore Suites so hard to book?

Because award space is limited and only KrisFlyer can book it, so many people look in the wrong program. Search Saver space directly on Singapore website and stay flexible on dates and routes.

Are there big surcharges on the Suites?

Surcharges are relatively modest compared with programs like Emirates or Air France, so the main barrier is finding Saver award space rather than cash add-ons. Always total miles plus taxes before booking.

Which aircraft has the Singapore Suites?

Only the A380. The Suites exist on no other Singapore aircraft, and the refreshed 2017 Suites on the newest A380s are the best version, so confirm an A380 before you transfer or you will not get this cabin.