Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Turkey

Yes, meals are served on flights from San Francisco to Turkey. On these long-haul services, you can enjoy our inflight dining with curated multi-course meals in all cabin classes, including regionally inspired options. You can also request special meals in advance to suit selected dietary needs. Eligible passengers in Business Class and Premium Economy Class can use our Book the Cook service on selected sectors, choosing from a wider menu before departure. A range of hot and cold beverages, including juices, soft drinks, wine, beer, spirits, and our signature Singapore Sling, is available during the flight.

Flights between the United States of America and Turkey use the piece concept for checked baggage. On these routes, Economy Class passengers typically have at least one checked baggage allowance, Premium Economy Class passengers have a higher allowance, and Business Class passengers enjoy an even more generous allowance. All customers may also bring cabin baggage within size and weight limits, which vary by cabin class. Exact entitlements depend on your fare type and KrisFlyer status, so please check your booking confirmation for details.

Wi-Fi is available on most flights from San Francisco to Turkey once the aircraft reaches 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 additional users can purchase Wi-Fi plans onboard. The service is designed for messaging, email, and basic browsing, and does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the route from San Francisco to Istanbul via Singapore, you can travel in Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class. Some San Francisco–Singapore sectors operate with Business Class and Premium Economy Class only, while both segments between Singapore and Istanbul also offer Economy Class, so cabin options may vary by flight combination.

On flights between San Francisco and Turkey, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width. In Business Class, you can enjoy a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900. Cabin configurations may differ slightly between specific flights, but these are the typical measurements you can expect.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Turkey. 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 San Francisco to Turkey connect via Singapore Changi Airport, which offers extensive attractions and services. For longer layovers, you can consider joining the free Changi transit tour, which gives a taste of the city. For shorter connections, stay airside to explore indoor gardens, art installations, quiet rest areas, and a large selection of shops and dining options. You may also choose to book a airport hotel or pay-per-use lounge to rest and freshen up. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

San Francisco (Pacific Time) is typically 10 hours behind Istanbul during San Francisco's standard time (approximately November to March), when Istanbul observes Turkey Time (UTC+3) and San Francisco is on UTC−8. During daylight saving time in San Francisco (approximately March to November, UTC−7), the difference is usually 9 hours.

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