Flights from Beijing (BJS) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals in all cabins on both the Beijing–Singapore and Singapore–Ho Chi Minh City sectors, with menus designed to suit the time of day and length of each flight.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary needs. You can request these when you book your ticket or through Manage Booking up to 24 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins, you may be able to pre-select your main course from a curated menu before departure using our Book the Cook service. Availability depends on your cabin class and sector.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board.

For flights between Beijing and Ho Chi Minh City, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class passengers have 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares; Premium Economy Class passengers have 35kg; Business Class passengers have 40kg; First Class passengers have 50kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while First Class and 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 Beijing to Ho Chi Minh City 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. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Beijing to Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to a 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class on the Boeing 777-300ER offers a 38-inch pitch with up to a 20-inch seat width, Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and First Class offers a fully flat bed in a spacious suite-style environment. On the Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City Airbus A350-900 sector, Economy Class features a 32-inch pitch with up to a 19-inch seat width, while Business Class offers a fully flat bed with 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 Beijing but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore (SIN), eligible passengers may be invited to The Private Room, SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

If you have a longer layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can join the official free city tour, which typically requires at least a 5.5-hour connection. This is a convenient way to see highlights of Singapore before returning to the terminal for your next flight. For shorter layovers, staying airside offers many options, from themed gardens and quiet rest areas to entertainment zones and transit hotels where you can relax and freshen up. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Beijing follows China Standard Time (UTC+8) all year, without daylight saving. Ho Chi Minh City uses Indochina Time (UTC+7), also without daylight saving. This means Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Beijing throughout the year, regardless of the month you travel.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Tan Son Nhat International Airport when flying from Beijing 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 (Beijing–Singapore and Singapore–Ho Chi Minh City) 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Beijing–Ho Chi Minh City 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.