Flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Shanghai (PVG)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals tailored to the time of day on both the Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore and Singapore to Shanghai sectors, with menus inspired by regional flavours and international favourites.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet various dietary needs on this route. You can request these when you make your booking, or by managing your reservation online up to 24 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins for this route, you can pre-order selected main courses from our Book the Cook service, giving you more choice and control over your in-flight dining experience.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside a range of other beverages.

For flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Shanghai, the weight-concept baggage allowance applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 35kg, and Business Class passengers may bring 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 checked baggage and cabin baggage allowances are always shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines services from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai 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. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat. On selected flights where Premium Economy Class is available, you can enjoy a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width.

On the Singapore to Shanghai sector, Economy Class provides a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Business Class seats convert into a fully flat bed and offer direct aisle access from every seat, allowing you to rest or work in comfort during the flight.

You can select your seat for Singapore Airlines flights between Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore, and Shanghai during booking or later via Manage Booking, subject to the fare type you purchase and seat availability. Some preferred or extra-legroom seats may be chargeable depending on your fare conditions.

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.

At Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), eligible Singapore Airlines customers may use the Le Saigonnais Lounge before departure, depending on cabin class or frequent flyer status. Access entitlements follow our usual lounge policy and the conditions listed on your booking.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may be invited to lounges such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on class of travel and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance tier. Please check your boarding pass or with our staff for your specific entitlement.

Singapore Changi Airport offers extensive amenities, from butterfly and indoor gardens to themed rest areas, play zones, and quiet spaces for work or rest. For longer layovers of at least 5.5 to 6 hours, you can join an official transit tour into the city, subject to eligibility and schedules. Shorter connections are easily filled with dining, shopping, and relaxing at airport facilities. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait – it s an integral part of your journey.

Ho Chi Minh City follows Indochina Time (UTC+7), while Shanghai uses China Standard Time (UTC+8). Shanghai is 1 hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City throughout the year, and neither city observes daylight saving time, so this difference remains constant in all months.

Singapore Airlines flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, via Singapore, arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, which is convenient for reaching the city centre by public transport or taxi. Always check your booking or itinerary before travel for the latest terminal information.

We recommend arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least 2 to 3 hours before your scheduled departure time to Singapore. This allows enough time for check-in, security, and immigration before you board your connecting flight onwards to Shanghai.

Visa requirements for travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of visit. We recommend checking with the relevant embassies or official government websites, and ensuring your passport and any required documents are in order before you fly.

Shanghai has good mobile and data coverage across the city, with Wi-Fi widely available in many hotels, cafés, and public areas. Power sockets typically follow mainland China standards, so you may need a travel adaptor. Check your devices and adaptor type before you depart from Ho Chi Minh City.