Flights from Philippines to San Francisco (SFO)

Yes, you enjoy in-flight dining on your journey from the Philippines to San Francisco. On services from Manila, we serve curated meals with regional and international dishes, along with a selection of snacks on longer sectors. You can request special meals in advance to suit many dietary needs, and on selected routes and cabins our Book the Cook service allows you to pre-order from a wider menu. A full beverage service is available, including wines, spirits, juices, soft drinks, and our signature Singapore Sling on most long-haul flights.

Flights between the Philippines and the United States generally use the piece-concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you can usually check in two pieces; in Premium Economy Class and Business Class, higher allowances apply. Cabin baggage limits also vary by cabin, with at least one standard carry-on bag plus a personal item allowed, subject to size and weight limits. Exact allowances are shown on your ticket and during booking, as they may vary by fare type and KrisFlyer status.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on most flights once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional usage can be covered by paid plans. Wi-Fi is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers reliably.

From the Philippines to Singapore, flights offer Business Class and Economy Class. From Singapore to San Francisco, flights offer Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Your overall journey can therefore include a mix of cabins, depending on how you choose to book each sector.

In Economy Class, you can expect around 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, offering comfortable legroom for long journeys. Premium Economy Class, available between Singapore and San Francisco, offers around 38-inch seat pitch and up to 20-inch seat width for extra space and a wider seat. In Business Class on both regional and long-haul sectors, you enjoy a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft, giving you ample room to sleep and relax.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Philippines to San Francisco. 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 the Philippines to San Francisco connect via Singapore Changi Airport. For shorter layovers, stay airside to enjoy gardens, art installations, playgrounds, showers, and a wide range of dining and shopping. With a longer connection, you can consider a free or guided transit tour, subject to availability and timing, to see highlights of Singapore before returning for your onward flight. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Manila and Cebu both share the same time zone, Philippine Time (UTC+8), with no daylight saving. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 in winter and UTC-7 from roughly March to early November. This means San Francisco is typically 15 or 16 hours behind the Philippines, depending on the time of year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to San Francisco 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 San Francisco, 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.