Flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore sector and the onward Singapore to Chennai sector, with menus designed to suit the flight time and route.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals that can be requested in advance to meet various dietary needs. Please place your request before the cut-off time shown during booking or in Manage Booking.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on selected sectors may enjoy our Book the Cook service, allowing you to pre-select from a wider menu of main courses before departure, subject to availability on your specific flight.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available during the flight, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board.

For flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Chennai, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (25kg on Lite/Value fares, 30kg on Standard/Flexi), Premium Economy Class (35kg), and Business Class (40kg). Each 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. Your final baggage allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights 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 designed for messaging, email, and basic browsing. It does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers, so we recommend downloading any heavy content before you travel.

On the Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, and Premium Economy Class (when available) offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Chennai sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed and direct aisle access at every seat, giving you space to rest on the regional flight.

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 Ho Chi Minh City but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. Eligible passengers may use facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and KrisFlyer Gold Lounge during their transit.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities, from themed gardens and art installations to quiet rest areas and transit hotels, making even short layovers comfortable. For layovers of at least 5.5 to 6 hours, you can consider the official free city tours, subject to eligibility and operating hours.

If you prefer to stay airside, you can explore multiple terminals linked by the Skytrain, enjoy the butterfly or sunflower gardens, or relax in nap zones between flights. Families will find play areas and entertainment zones to keep everyone occupied.

Whether you choose to explore the airport or join a city tour, you should always allow enough time for security checks and boarding. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Ho Chi Minh City operates on Indochina Time (UTC+7) and does not observe daylight saving time. Chennai operates on India Standard Time (UTC+5:30), also without daylight saving. Chennai is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Ho Chi Minh City throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Chennai (MAA) when flying from Ho Chi Minh City 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 (Ho Chi Minh City–Singapore and Singapore–Chennai) 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 Chennai 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 Ho Chi Minh City–Chennai 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.