Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai (DXB)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals and refreshments tailored to the time of day on your journey from San Francisco to Dubai, with menus designed to provide a balanced selection over the long travel time.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals that can be requested in advance, helping you align your in-flight dining with your personal dietary needs and preferences.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins and sectors, you can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select main courses from an extended menu, giving you more choice over what is served on board.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including our signature Singapore Sling, which you can enjoy on board as part of your journey.

For journeys between San Francisco and Dubai, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. Checked baggage for Economy Class is 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class may check 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. First Class may check 2 pieces, each up to 32kg, and each individual piece must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class and First Class 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 Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Dubai once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the San Francisco to Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, and Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20 inches of width. Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Dubai sector operated by the Boeing 777-300ER, Economy Class also offers about 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, and Premium Economy Class offers 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width. Business Class provides fully flat beds with direct aisle access, and First Class offers a spacious fully flat bed in a private, enclosed seat area.

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.

For longer layovers at Singapore Changi Airport, we recommend joining the official free transit tour, which typically requires at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights and lets you see highlights of the city. For shorter connections, you can enjoy airside gardens, rest areas, quiet zones, playgrounds, and swimming and shower facilities within the terminals.

Eligible passengers can access lounges such as The Private Room, SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge during their transit in Singapore. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

In San Francisco, eligible Singapore Airlines passengers typically have access to the Air India Maharaja Lounge at San Francisco International Airport, subject to their class of travel or frequent flyer status. Lounge access policies may change, so we recommend checking your booking details and arriving with enough time to enjoy the facilities.

On a single Singapore Airlines itinerary from San Francisco to Dubai via Singapore, our aim is to check your baggage through to Dubai, so you do not need to collect it during your layover at Singapore Changi Airport. Your baggage tags and boarding passes will confirm the final checked destination at check-in.

San Francisco is in the America/Los_Angeles time zone (UTC−8, moving to UTC−7 from roughly March to early November for daylight saving time). Dubai is in the Asia/Dubai time zone (UTC+4) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Dubai is typically 12 hours ahead of San Francisco in winter and 11 hours ahead in summer.

Visa requirements for travel from San Francisco to Dubai depend on your nationality and passport. We recommend checking with the relevant authorities or your nearest embassy or consulate before you travel, and ensuring your passport meets validity requirements for entry and transit.

For Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Dubai via Singapore, we recommend arriving at San Francisco International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and reaching your boarding gate without rushing.

When you connect in Singapore from San Francisco to Dubai, you will follow signs for Transfers and check the terminal screens for your onward gate. If your baggage is checked through, you can remain airside, making the connection straightforward. Transit security procedures are clearly marked, and airport staff are available to guide you.

From Dubai International Airport, you can reach the city using taxis, app-based transport, the Dubai Metro, or hotel-arranged transfers. The airport is close to central districts and resorts, and transport desks and clear signage in the arrivals area will help you choose the option that best suits your plans. We recommend checking local information for the latest guidance.