Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and snacks on both the Adelaide–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco sectors, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and offer a choice of main courses.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals on this route to cater to different dietary needs and preferences. These should be requested in advance through your booking or our Manage Booking portal.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins and sectors of this route, you can pre-select from a wider range of main courses using our Book the Cook service. This allows you to confirm your preferred dish before departure for a more personalised dining experience.

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

For flights between Adelaide and San Francisco, the piece concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class passengers may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class passengers may check 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. The final allowance applicable to your journey 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 members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Adelaide to Singapore sector, operated by the Boeing 787-10, Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat, and Economy Class provides a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. On the Singapore to San Francisco sector, operated by the Airbus A350-900, Business Class also offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, Premium Economy Class features a seat pitch of about 38 inches with up to 20 inches of seat width, and Economy Class offers around 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of seat width.

On both the Boeing 787-10 and Airbus A350-900 operating this route, our in-flight entertainment system offers a wide selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games. You can start exploring the catalogue shortly after take-off and continue enjoying it throughout the journey, with content for all ages and interests.

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.

When departing from Adelaide for this journey, eligible passengers may be able to use the Plaza Premium Lounge (International Departures) at Adelaide Airport, depending on their cabin class, KrisFlyer status, or lounge access entitlements associated with their ticket.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Access is determined by your onward boarding pass and frequent flyer eligibility.

Singapore Changi Airport offers many ways to spend your layover, from themed gardens and art installations to rest areas and children s play zones. With a longer connection, you may consider joining the airport s free city tour, which typically requires at least 5.5 to 6 hours of transit time. Shorter layovers can be enjoyed in the terminals, where you will find quiet zones, shower facilities, and a wide choice of dining and retail options. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it s an integral part of your journey.

Adelaide follows Australian Central Standard Time (UTC+9:30) and Australian Central Daylight Time (UTC+10:30, roughly October to early April). San Francisco follows Pacific Standard Time (UTC−8) and Pacific Daylight Time (UTC−7, roughly March to early November). The time difference therefore ranges from about 16 to 18.5 hours depending on the time of year.

Entry requirements for the United States of America depend on your nationality, purpose of visit, and length of stay. We recommend checking the latest information with the relevant embassy or consulate and ensuring your passport, visas, and any electronic travel authorisations are in order before departure.

For flights from Adelaide to San Francisco via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Adelaide Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and immigration, as well as a relaxed walk to your departure gate.

When connecting in Singapore Changi Airport, you usually remain in transit without clearing immigration, following the transfer signs to your next gate. Check your boarding pass and the flight information displays for gate details, and allow time to move between terminals if needed using the airport s transit systems.

On arrival at San Francisco International Airport, you will clear immigration, collect your checked baggage, and then proceed through customs. After exiting into the arrivals hall, you can follow signs to ground transport, including trains, buses, and other options. Allow extra time if you have a connecting domestic flight.