Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rome (FCO)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals and refreshments on both the San Francisco–Singapore and Singapore–Rome sectors, with menus designed to suit different tastes and flight times.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals that can be requested before departure to meet various dietary needs, subject to availability on your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins can pre-order from an expanded menu through our Book the Cook service, available on the long-haul and connecting sectors of this route.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is served throughout the flight, and our signature Singapore Sling is available on board alongside other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.

For journeys between the United States and Italy, our piece concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each checked piece must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class passengers 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 Singapore and from Singapore to Rome 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. Non-members can purchase access plans. 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 sector, Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. On some departures, Economy Class is also available with a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width.

On the Singapore–Rome sector, the Airbus A350-900 offers Business Class with a fully flat bed and direct aisle access, Premium Economy Class with a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Economy Class with a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width.

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.

Eligible customers may be invited to use facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at Singapore Changi Airport, depending on cabin and status.

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.

If you have enough time between flights, you can join one of the official free transit tours from Singapore Changi Airport into the city, which generally require a layover of at least about 5.5 to 6 hours. This is a convenient way to see highlights before returning for your onward flight.

For shorter layovers, staying airside at Changi Airport is very comfortable. You will find themed gardens, quiet rest areas, nap zones, art installations, and in some terminals, attractions like indoor waterfalls or play zones, along with a wide variety of dining and retail options.

If you prefer to rest, consider booking a room at an airport hotel or using paid rest facilities within the terminal. 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) in winter and Pacific Daylight Time (UTC-7) from roughly March to early November. Rome follows Central European Time (UTC+1) in winter and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) from roughly late March to late October. This means Rome is typically 9 hours ahead of San Francisco in winter and 8 or 9 hours ahead in summer, depending on the exact dates when daylight saving time starts and ends in each location.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Rome 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–Rome) 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 Rome 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–Rome 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.