Flights from Medan (KNO) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals and refreshments on both the Medan–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and international favourites.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary needs on this route. Please request your preferred special meal through your booking at least 48 hours before departure so we can prepare it for you.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins operating between Singapore and San Francisco, you can select from a wider menu in advance with our Book the Cook service, choosing your main course before you fly for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, and hot beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling cocktail is also available on board.

For flights between Medan and San Francisco, the piece concept applies for checked baggage as the journey involves the United States of America. For Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class passengers 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 baggage 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 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 customers 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 Medan to Singapore sector, the Boeing 737-8 MAX offers Economy Class seats with around 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, and Business Class seats that convert into a fully flat bed for greater comfort.

On the Singapore to San Francisco sector, the Airbus A350-900 provides Economy Class with around 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class with around 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class with a fully flat bed and 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.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a dedicated Free Singapore Tour for eligible transit passengers with a layover of at least around 5.5 to 6 hours, allowing you to briefly explore the city. If your layover is shorter, you can enjoy airside attractions such as indoor gardens, rest areas, and family-friendly play spaces, or relax at an airport hotel. Dining and shopping options are extensive across the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

In Medan at Kualanamu International Airport (KNO), eligible Singapore Airlines passengers may be able to access the Saphire Mandai International Lounge before their flight, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status, giving a quiet space to relax, refresh, or work prior to boarding.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers departing on Singapore Airlines flights 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 frequent flyer status. Access entitlements are confirmed at the airport.

Medan follows Asia/Jakarta time, which is UTC+7 year-round. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 (Pacific Standard Time) from roughly November to March, and UTC-7 (Pacific Daylight Time) from roughly March to November. This means San Francisco is typically 14 or 15 hours behind Medan, depending on the time of year.

For your Medan to San Francisco journey, we recommend arriving at Kualanamu International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This gives you enough time to check in, clear immigration and security, and reach your boarding gate comfortably.

If your flights are booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, you will typically remain in transit at Singapore Changi Airport and do not need to clear immigration, unless instructed otherwise. Your checked baggage is usually tagged through to San Francisco, and you follow transit signs to your next gate.

You may be able to leave Singapore Changi Airport during your layover if you meet entry requirements for Singapore and have sufficient connection time. Always allow plenty of time to return, clear security, and reach your gate. If your layover is shorter, staying airside is usually more comfortable and convenient.

Visa requirements for travel from Medan to San Francisco depend on your nationality, passport type, and length of stay in the United States of America. We recommend checking with the relevant embassies or official government websites well before departure, and ensuring your passport has sufficient validity for your journey.