Flights from Vietnam to Philippines

Yes, meals are included on Singapore Airlines flights from Vietnam to the Philippines. Our in-flight dining features thoughtfully prepared menus with a selection of main courses, light bites, and desserts, tailored to the time of day and route. You can request special meals in advance to suit many dietary preferences. On selected cabins and routes, you may also be able to use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, pre-ordering from a wider menu before you fly. Throughout the flight, we offer a range of beverages, including juices, soft drinks, tea, coffee, and a curated list of wines and spirits, as well as our signature Singapore Sling on many services.

Flights between Vietnam (VN) and the Philippines (PH) generally follow the weight-concept baggage policy, as both are outside the Americas. For Economy Class, the usual checked baggage allowance is based on a total weight limit, while Business Class and Premium Economy Class typically enjoy higher weight allowances. All travellers may also bring cabin baggage within specified size and weight limits appropriate for their class of travel. Exact allowances can vary by fare type and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status, so you should always check your e-ticket or our website for the specific checked baggage and cabin baggage limits for your booking.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Vietnam to the Philippines once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please make sure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure to enjoy this benefit. Non-members and additional devices can access a range of paid plans. The connection is well suited for messaging apps, email, and basic web browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across routes from Vietnam to the Philippines via Singapore, you will find a combination of Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Ho Chi Minh City services offer all three cabin classes on certain sectors operated by larger aircraft, while some flights from Da Nang and Hanoi may offer Business Class and Economy Class without Premium Economy Class, particularly on Boeing 737-8 MAX services. Cabin configurations can differ by aircraft type and flight, so you should check the available options for your chosen dates when booking.

On flights between Vietnam and the Philippines, Economy Class typically offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches, with seat widths of up to 19 inches, depending on aircraft type. Premium Economy Class, available on selected sectors, provides around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width, with extra recline and leg support. Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds, and every seat provides direct aisle access on aircraft such as the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10; on Boeing 737-8 MAX services, Business Class is in a recliner or regional flat-bed style, depending on configuration. As cabin layouts differ between aircraft, exact legroom and seat width may vary by specific flight.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at Singapore Changi Airport on connections from Vietnam to the Philippines. Eligible travellers may use Singapore Airlines-operated lounges or partner lounges in the relevant terminal, depending on their cabin class and frequent flyer status. Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Vietnam to Philippines. 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 journeys from Vietnam to the Philippines connect through Singapore Changi Airport, which is well set up for both short and longer layovers. For shorter stays, you can relax in quiet zones, visit themed gardens, or enjoy the many shops and dining options within your terminal. On longer layovers, you might take advantage of airport facilities such as rest areas, pay-per-use lounges, or the airport hotel, or even consider a quick city visit if time and entry requirements allow. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Vietnam operates on Indochina Time (UTC+7), while the Philippines uses Philippine Time (UTC+8). This means Manila and Cebu are typically one hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and Hanoi throughout the year. Neither country currently observes daylight saving time, so this one-hour difference remains constant in all months.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in Philippines 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 Philippines, 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.