Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Colombo (CMB)

In-flight Dining
On this long-haul journey via Singapore, you will be served meals and refreshments designed for each stage of the trip, with main meals and light bites timed to help you settle into the flight.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals on request to accommodate medical and personal dietary needs. You should request your preferred special meal when booking or at least 48 hours before departure so we can prepare it for your flight.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins and sectors, you can pre-order a main course from our Book the Cook service, featuring a wider selection of dishes prepared specially for you. This gives you more choice and the assurance that your preferred option will be reserved.

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

For flights between San Francisco and Colombo, the piece concept applies to checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Business Class, you 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 guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact 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 San Francisco to Colombo 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. 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 San Francisco to Singapore Airbus A350-900 sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Colombo Airbus A350-900 sector, Economy Class provides the same 32-inch pitch with up to 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 San Francisco but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible passengers can relax in the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge before their connecting flight.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed for comfortable transits, with themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. If you have at least 5.5 hours and meet entry requirements, you can consider the official free transit tour into the city operated from the airport. For shorter layovers, you might enjoy walking through indoor gardens, visiting entertainment zones, or booking a room at an airport hotel to rest and freshen up before your onward flight. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter (approximately November to March) and UTC−7 in summer (approximately March to November) due to daylight saving time. Colombo operates on Sri Lanka Standard Time year-round at UTC+5:30, so Colombo is 13.5 hours ahead of San Francisco in winter and 12.5 hours ahead in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Bandaranaike International Airport when flying from San Francisco 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 (San Francisco–Singapore and Singapore–Colombo) 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 Colombo 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 San Francisco–Colombo 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.