Flights from Beijing (BJS) to Vietnam

Yes, meals are served on Singapore Airlines flights from Beijing to Vietnam. You can enjoy in-flight dining with a choice of main courses, complemented by appetisers and desserts, designed to suit regional and international tastes. Special meals are available for various dietary needs and can be requested in advance before departure. On selected cabins and routes, you may also be able to use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, choosing a main course designed by our culinary partners. A full range of beverages, including juices, soft drinks, tea, coffee, and our signature Singapore Sling, is also served on board.

Flights between Beijing and Vietnam via Singapore follow the piece concept for checked baggage, as these routes connect Asia with Southeast Asia. Allowances differ by cabin class: in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can typically check in at least one or two pieces up to a specified weight per piece; in Business Class and First Class, the number of pieces and permitted weight per piece is higher. Cabin baggage is limited to one or two small pieces depending on cabin class, within size and weight limits that allow you to place your bag in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you. You can check your precise allowance when booking or in your booking confirmation.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Beijing to Vietnam once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and some fare types can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across routes from Beijing to Vietnam, you may be able to travel in First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class, depending on the aircraft operating each sector. The Beijing–Singapore sectors on the Boeing 777-300ER offer First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, while the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 sectors offer Business Class and Economy Class. The onward flights from Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi on the Airbus A350-900, and to Da Nang on the Boeing 737-8 MAX, offer Business Class and Economy Class.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width on most aircraft operating between Beijing, Singapore, and Vietnam. Premium Economy Class, available on selected Boeing 777-300ER sectors between Beijing and Singapore, offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width. In Business Class across these routes, you enjoy a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on widebody aircraft and generous recline and legroom on narrowbody aircraft such as the Boeing 737-8 MAX. First Class, available on selected Boeing 777-300ER services between Beijing and Singapore, provides a fully flat bed and a very spacious personal seat area. Cabin layouts and exact measurements can vary slightly by aircraft type and configuration.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Vietnam. 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 Beijing to Vietnam connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which is well suited to both short and longer layovers. For shorter connections, you can enjoy gardens, quiet seating areas, play zones, and a wide choice of dining and shopping options inside the terminals. With more time, you could relax at a pay-per-use lounge, visit a transit hotel, or, if your layover and entry requirements allow, join a city visit to explore Singapore between flights. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Beijing follows China Standard Time (UTC+8). Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and Hanoi, uses Indochina Time (UTC+7) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Vietnam is typically 1 hour behind Beijing throughout the year.

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