Flights from Chongqing (CKG) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey, with menus designed to offer a satisfying balance of flavours and warm hospitality. Meals are thoughtfully timed so you can relax and enjoy your connection in Singapore.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our booking channels so we can have your preferred option ready on board.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in participating cabins may pre-select main courses from our Book the Cook service on the Singapore sector, choosing from a wider menu curated by our culinary team. This allows you to personalise your dining experience before you fly.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, a selection of hot and cold beverages is available, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling, served on board so you can savour a classic taste of Singapore during your journey.

For flights between Chongqing and Ho Chi Minh City, the weight concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class guests may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Business Class guests may check up to 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip will be 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 Chongqing to Ho Chi Minh City once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Chongqing to Singapore sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with generous personal space and direct aisle access for each seat.

On the Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class similarly offers around 32 inches of pitch and up to 19 inches of width, designed for comfort on the regional flight. Business Class features a fully flat bed at every seat, with direct aisle access to make resting and moving around the cabin easier.

On both the Boeing 737-8 MAX and Airbus A350-900 operating this route, our in-flight entertainment system offers a wide range of movies, TV programmes, music, and games. You can start enjoying content soon after take-off and continue until shortly before landing on each sector of your journey.

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 enjoy extensive amenities, including themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and a wide range of dining and shopping options inside the terminal. For longer connections, you may consider joining an official transit tour into the city, usually available for layovers of about 5.5 hours or more.

If you prefer to stay airside, there are spaces to freshen up, relax, or catch up on work, along with family-friendly play zones and walking routes between terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may access the International First and Business Class Lounge in the international departures area. Lounge access depends on your cabin class, fare type, and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status.

During your transit at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers travelling with Singapore Airlines may be invited to lounges such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status. Your boarding pass and airport signage will guide you to the correct facility.

Chongqing follows China Standard Time (UTC+8) and does not observe daylight saving time. Ho Chi Minh City follows Indochina Time (UTC+7), also without daylight saving time. This means Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Chongqing throughout the year.

On arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, you will follow signs to immigration, baggage claim, and customs. Make sure you have your travel documents, any required entry permissions, and arrival cards completed as needed. After customs, ground transport counters and information desks are located in the public arrivals hall.

For international flights from Chongqing to Ho Chi Minh City via Singapore, we recommend arriving at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport at least 2.5 to 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows sufficient time for check-in, security checks, and passport control before boarding.

If your flights from Chongqing to Ho Chi Minh City are booked on a single Singapore Airlines itinerary, your checked baggage is normally tagged through to Ho Chi Minh City and you do not need to collect it in Singapore. You should still keep essential items, travel documents, and valuables in your cabin baggage during the layover.

Ho Chi Minh City is generally warm and humid year-round, so light, breathable clothing and comfortable footwear are recommended. A light jacket or scarf can be useful in air-conditioned malls and restaurants, and a compact umbrella or rain jacket is helpful during the rainy season when short showers are common.