Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Amsterdam (AMS)

In-flight Dining
On San Francisco–Singapore–Amsterdam flights, you will enjoy complementary meals tailored to the time of day and sector length in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class. Menus are designed to offer a choice of dishes and comforting flavours on long-haul journeys.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary requirements, which you can request in advance through our website or your booking agent. These are prepared separately and served on board alongside the main menu options.

Book the Cook
If you are travelling in Business Class or Premium Economy Class on eligible sectors of this route, you can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select from a wider range of main courses. This allows you to secure your preferred dish before you board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, we serve a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, wines, and spirits. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, as well as tea and coffee during regular beverage rounds.

For flights between San Francisco and Amsterdam, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class and Business Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg in Premium Economy Class and 32kg in Business Class, with each individual piece not exceeding 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact 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 San Francisco to Amsterdam once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, although Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the San Francisco–Singapore–Amsterdam route, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width where available. Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch seat pitch with up to 20 inches of width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat, ensuring ample space and comfort throughout your journey.

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 San Francisco but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible passengers may be invited to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin and status.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed for comfortable transits, with themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. If your layover is at least 5.5 hours and you meet the programme conditions, you may consider a city tour to see highlights of Singapore before returning for your onward flight. For shorter layovers, you can relax in seating zones, explore entertainment and play areas, or refresh at airport hotels and rest facilities within the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

San Francisco follows Pacific Time (UTC−8), switching to Pacific Daylight Time (UTC−7) from roughly March to early November. Amsterdam observes Central European Time (UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) over a similar period. This means Amsterdam is typically 9 hours ahead of San Francisco in winter and 9 hours ahead in summer when both observe daylight saving.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol when flying from San Francisco 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 (San Francisco–Singapore and Singapore–Amsterdam) 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 Amsterdam 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 San Francisco–Amsterdam 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.