Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

In-flight Dining
On flights from Los Angeles to Singapore and onwards to Ho Chi Minh City, you will be served meals designed for the time of day and length of each sector. Menus feature a variety of regional and international dishes, with meals served at carefully planned intervals.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals for various dietary needs on this route. You can request a suitable option when you manage your booking, and we recommend doing so at least 24 hours before departure so we can prepare it for you.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected cabins can pre-order from our Book the Cook service on the long-haul sector between Los Angeles and Singapore. This allows you to choose from an expanded menu created by our international culinary team before you fly.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. A selection of alcoholic beverages is also available, and our signature Singapore Sling is served on board for you to enjoy during your journey.

For flights between Los Angeles and Ho Chi Minh City, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Business Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class guests 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 Singapore Airlines flights on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, although Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service supports messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Los Angeles to Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

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.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can join a free official transit tour into the city if your connecting time is at least around 5.5 to 6 hours and your timings match the tour schedule. For shorter layovers, stay airside to enjoy gardens, quiet rest areas, play zones, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), eligible Singapore Airlines customers may use the Star Alliance Lounge before departure. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, qualifying passengers can access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status.

Ho Chi Minh City operates on Indochina Time (UTC+7) and does not observe daylight saving time. Los Angeles uses Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 from roughly November to March and UTC-7 from roughly March to November. This means Ho Chi Minh City is 15 hours ahead during Pacific Standard Time and 14 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time.

Flights from Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City with Singapore Airlines arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). You will connect in Singapore and then continue on the Airbus A350-900 to Ho Chi Minh City.

For flights from Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Los Angeles International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and boarding, especially during busy travel periods.

If your journey from Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City is booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, we usually check your bags through to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. You should still confirm baggage tagging at check-in in Los Angeles and follow the arrival and transfer signs in Singapore.