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

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey from Dubai to San Francisco. Menus are designed to suit long-haul travel, with carefully prepared dishes and mid-flight refreshments to keep you comfortable throughout.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals that can be requested in advance to meet medical or dietary needs. To ensure availability, please place your request through our booking channels or Manage Booking before your flight.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins for this route, you can pre-select from an expanded menu using our Book the Cook service. This allows you to choose main courses prepared specially for you, subject to availability and departure point.

Beverage Service
A wide range of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also served on board, so you can enjoy a classic taste of Singapore during your journey.

For flights between Dubai and San Francisco, the piece concept applies as the journey involves the United States of America. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 23kg.

Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces of checked baggage, each up to 32kg. First Class passengers may bring 2 pieces of checked baggage, each up to 32kg. No single checked bag may exceed 32kg for safety reasons.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece, up to 7kg. Business Class and First Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on both sectors of your journey once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans on board.

The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing. It does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers, so we recommend downloading any large work files or entertainment before you travel.

On the Dubai to Singapore sector operated by the Boeing 777-300ER, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch seat pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at each seat. First Class provides a spacious fully flat bed.

On the Singapore to San Francisco sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch seat pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access from every seat.

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.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive facilities to make your layover comfortable, including themed gardens, rest areas, and entertainment zones. With a long enough connection, you can join the official Free Singapore Tour, which typically requires a layover of at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights.

For shorter layovers, you can remain airside and enjoy the airport s shops, dining options, and quiet zones, or simply take time to refresh between sectors. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait – it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use partner facilities such as the Ahlan First Class Lounge or Ahlan Business Class Lounge, depending on their cabin class or frequent flyer status. Lounge access is determined by your departing flight from Dubai and your membership tier.

During your layover at Singapore (SIN), eligible passengers travelling in premium cabins or holding qualifying KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status may have access to The Private Room, SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge. Access depends on your class of travel, status, and onward flight from Singapore.

Dubai follows Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4) year-round. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 from roughly November to March, and UTC-7 during daylight saving time from roughly March to November. This means San Francisco is typically 11 or 12 hours behind Dubai, depending on the time of year.

On this route, you depart from Dubai International Airport (DXB), connect through Singapore Changi Airport, and arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). All sectors are ticketed on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary for a smooth transfer experience.

We recommend arriving at Dubai International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure to Singapore. This allows enough time for check-in, security checks, and immigration, especially as you are connecting onward to a long-haul flight to the United States of America.

If your flights from Dubai to San Francisco are booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we generally check your baggage through to San Francisco. At Singapore Changi Airport you usually do not need to collect your checked baggage, and you can follow the transit signs directly to your next gate.

Visa and entry requirements for the United States of America depend on your nationality, travel history, and purpose of visit. We recommend checking the latest information with the relevant government authorities or your local embassy, and ensuring your passport and documents meet all requirements before you travel.

Whether you can leave Singapore Changi Airport during your layover depends on your passport, visa eligibility for Singapore, and the length of your connection. If you plan to go into the city or join the Free Singapore Tour, ensure you have sufficient time between flights and meet all entry requirements.