Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Indonesia

Yes, meals are served on all flights from San Francisco to Indonesia. On the long-haul sector between San Francisco and Singapore, you can enjoy Singapore Airlines' In-flight Dining with curated multi-course meals, including regional and international options. Special meals can be requested in advance to meet many dietary needs. Eligible passengers in premium cabins on selected flights may also be able to choose from the Book the Cook service before departure. A full beverage service is available, including wines, spirits, juices, soft drinks, tea, coffee, and the signature Singapore Sling on most routes.

Flights between the United States and Indonesia use the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can typically check at least two pieces of baggage within specified weight and size limits. In Business Class and First Class, higher checked baggage allowances apply. All customers may bring cabin baggage on board, with the number of pieces and weight depending on the cabin class. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most flights from San Francisco to Indonesia once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your KrisFlyer number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional usage can be supported through paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the journey from San Francisco to Indonesia, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, or First Class, depending on the city and flight sector. The long-haul sector between San Francisco and Singapore offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, while onward flights within the region combine Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class on selected routes such as those between Singapore and Jakarta.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. In Premium Economy Class, seats offer about 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width. In Business Class, seats convert into a fully flat bed and provide direct aisle access on long-haul sectors. In First Class, you have a spacious fully flat bed and enhanced personal space. Exact configurations may vary slightly between aircraft on different city pairs.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Indonesia. Eligibility is based on your class of travel or KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, determined by the flight departing the layover airport. Other options such as purchasing a day pass 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.

Most flights from San Francisco to Indonesia connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which offers indoor gardens, art installations, rest areas, and a wide range of shops and dining. For longer layovers, you can consider exploring more of the terminals or joining a city transit tour if available and if your schedule allows; for shorter connections, you may prefer to relax in a quiet zone or eligible lounge, enjoy a meal, or freshen up with a shower facility. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

San Francisco is in the Pacific Time Zone (UTC−8, or UTC−7 during daylight saving time from roughly March to early November). Jakarta and Surabaya generally operate on Western Indonesia Time (UTC+7), making them 14–15 hours ahead of San Francisco depending on the time of year. Denpasar (Bali) and Medan usually follow UTC+8 or UTC+7 respectively, so they are about 15–16 hours or 14–15 hours ahead of San Francisco, with the exact difference changing when daylight saving time is in effect in California.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in Indonesia when flying via the layover airport on a single booking with Singapore Airlines, provided both flight segments are under the same booking reference (PNR), the connection is under 24 hours, and, for partner-operated onward flights, a through-check agreement is in place.

You may be able to plan a stopover at the layover city on your journey to Indonesia, 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.