Flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore sector and the onward Singapore to San Francisco flight, with menus designed to suit the time of day and length of each sector.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet different dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our Manage Booking portal so that we can prepare your selection before you fly.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins on this route can use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, choosing from a curated menu that is prepared specially for you on board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board, alongside juices, soft drinks, and a variety of other beverages.

For flights between Ho Chi Minh City and San Francisco, the piece concept applies to checked baggage. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (2 pieces, each up to 23kg), Premium Economy Class (2 pieces, each up to 23kg), and Business Class (2 pieces, each up to 32kg). Each individual piece must not exceed 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 specific allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should 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 does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On some flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Singapore, Premium Economy Class is also available with a 38-inch pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width.

On the Singapore to San Francisco sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch and up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat.

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.

If your layover at Singapore Changi Airport is at least 5.5 to 6 hours, you can consider joining one of the official transit tours that take you into the city to see key sights before returning to the airport. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside and enjoy gardens, rest areas, and family-friendly attractions within the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait - it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use the Le Saigonnais Lounge before their flight. Lounge access depends on your cabin class and frequent flyer status, as shown on your boarding pass at check-in.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may have access to facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Lounge entitlements are based on your onward flight in the journey.

Ho Chi Minh City follows Indochina Time (UTC+7) and does not observe daylight saving time. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 in winter (approximately November to March) and UTC-7 in summer (approximately March to November). This means San Francisco is 14 or 15 hours behind Ho Chi Minh City, depending on the time of year.

When you arrive from Ho Chi Minh City via Singapore, you will go through immigration, baggage claim, and customs at San Francisco International Airport. Allow time for these formalities, follow airport signs to ground transport, and check local information in advance for options such as trains, buses, or authorised car services.

We recommend arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure, as you will be checking in for an international journey with a connection in Singapore. This gives you time for check-in, security, exit formalities, and a relaxed walk to the gate.

Visa and entry requirements for travel to San Francisco depend on your nationality, purpose of visit, and length of stay. We recommend checking with the relevant embassy or consulate, and reviewing official government guidance, well before your departure date to ensure your documents are in order.

San Francisco International Airport is a major gateway with onward connections to many cities across the United States of America. If you have a connecting flight, you will usually clear immigration, collect checked baggage, and pass customs in San Francisco before re-checking your bags for your onward journey. Always allow sufficient connecting time as advised in your itinerary.