Flights from Male (MLE) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
On flights between Male, Singapore, and San Francisco, you will be served meals appropriate to the time of day, with menus designed to suit long-haul travel and regional tastes across Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals that must be requested before departure. You can select these during booking or by managing your reservation online, so we can cater to your specific needs on every sector of your journey.

Book the Cook
Eligible travellers in participating premium cabins on the Singapore sectors can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select main courses from an expanded menu, adding extra choice and personalisation to your in-flight dining.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. A curated range of wines and spirits is available, and our signature Singapore Sling is served on board.

For flights between Male and San Francisco, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Business Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Male to San Francisco once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Male–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco sectors operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch and up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class, available on most services via Singapore, offers a 38-inch seat pitch and up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class on this route features a fully flat bed with every seat providing direct aisle access.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The Next Segment Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Male but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible customers may be invited to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you have a range of ways to spend your time. For longer connections, you can join one of the airport’s official city tours, which generally require a minimum layover of around 5.5 to 6 hours. These tours let you see highlights of Singapore without needing to plan the logistics yourself. For shorter layovers, staying airside gives you access to gardens, relaxation zones, art installations, and quiet seating areas where you can rest between flights. You can also refresh with showers, explore the airport’s walking routes, or enjoy a meal before continuing your journey. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Male follows Maldives Time, which is UTC+5 and does not observe daylight saving time. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter and UTC−7 in summer (approximately March to early November). This means San Francisco is 13 hours behind Male in winter and 12 hours behind in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to San Francisco International Airport when flying from Male via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Male–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to San Francisco is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Male–San Francisco trip, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.