We visited the British Airways Lounge at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1 as part of our trip to the United States. This was not our first time here, but it was our first visit since the lounge’s 2025 refresh.
The lounge has long been a steady option at Changi, though it has often played second fiddle to some of the stronger competitors in the same terminal. I was curious to see whether the refurbishment had changed that.
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Location and access
The British Airways Lounge is located airside in Terminal 1, on the upper level, adjacent to the Qantas Lounge and the SATS Premier Lounge. Once you clear immigration, it is easy pretty easy to find.
Access follows standard oneworld lounge rules. Passengers flying in oneworld Business or First Class, as well as oneworld Sapphire and Emerald members, are eligible to enter.
Given that we visited during the December holiday period, it’s nice to see some poinsettia plants around the lounge.
One notable exception is Concorde Dining, which was formerly The Bar. This is a lounge-within-a-lounge concept reserved exclusively for those flying British Airways First Class. While I could not access it myself, it is clearly demarcated within the space and positioned as a more premium dining area.
Layout
British Airways refurbished its Singapore lounge in January 2025, as part of its global transformation, which also includes lounge improvements globally. The lounge essentially occupies the same space and layout, and can seat up to 226 guests.
The lounge is laid out as one long hall, no changes here, and is still straightforward to navigate.
Upon entering, washrooms and showers are located to the left, while the entrance to Concorde Dining sits on the right. From there, the lounge stretches forward in a linear flow.
Following the refurbishment, the space feels cleaner and more contemporary. Seating has been refreshed, and the overall look is more cohesive than before. According to British Airways, the redesign aims to blend British heritage with elements inspired by Singapore, using bespoke British-made furniture alongside locally influenced fabrics and finishes.
As you walk along the length of the lounge, you will find rows of seating overlooking the arrival hall below. There are no tarmac views here, but the elevated perspective still brings in plenty of natural light.
A wide variety of seating types are available, which helps the lounge cater to different needs.
There are high-top counter tables, traditional lounge chairs, booth-style seating, and even semi-enclosed productivity pods. Dedicated co-working desks are also scattered throughout the space.
You can find some productivity pods towards the end of the lounge, if you have to catch up on some work.
There is also a co-working desk with ample power sockets. Power sockets are widely available throughout the lounge, which makes it easy to work without hunting for an outlet. This is one area where the lounge performs well, especially compared to some older competitors.
Given the volume of British Airways services through Singapore, including multiple long-haul departures, the lounge is well-sized. During our visit, it never felt short on seating, even as guests started to stream in later on.
Food and drinks
Food is offered via a self-serve hot and cold buffet.
Before the pandemic, British Airways offered made-to-order dining here, but that has long since disappeared. What remains is a broad spread rather than a particularly distinctive one.
The buffet includes a mix of Asian and Western dishes, alongside lighter options such as salads, fruit, cookies, and ice cream. Quality is decent, though nothing stood out as memorable during our visit.
You could request ice cream from the staff too, as we didn’t really see any fridges here.
Alcohol is entirely self-serve. The selection is generous, with wines, spirits, and mixers laid out clearly.
If you enjoy mixing your own drinks, this setup works well. Aperol Spritzes, in particular, are easy to put together.
Non-alcoholic options include soft drinks, juices, coffee, and even tea from Birchall.
Amenities
Washrooms and showers are located close to the entrance.
The washrooms were clean and well-maintained. Toiletries are provided by Elemis, which is consistent with British Airways’ premium branding elsewhere.
Multiple shower rooms were available, given the number of flights between London and Sydney. Should you find yourself not being able to find a shower room, I suppose you could always go to the Qantas Business Lounge next door.
While there are no nap rooms or spa-style amenities, the basics are pretty much covered.
Concluding thoughts
The British Airways Lounge in Singapore is a solid, competent space, and the 2025 refresh has clearly improved its look and comfort.
That said, it still does not quite top the competition. While seating variety and power availability are strong, the food offering feels generic, and the overall experience lacks a defining feature unless you have access to Concorde Dining.
Personally, when faced with a choice, I still find myself gravitating towards the Qantas Business Lounge next door. This British Airways Lounge works well as a secondary stop on a oneworld lounge safari if you prefer to hop around the different lounges.
