Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Hanoi (HAN)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your Johannesburg to Hanoi journey. Menus are designed to reflect regional flavours and familiar favourites, with meals timed carefully for the long Johannesburg to Singapore sector and the onward flight to Hanoi.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to suit different dietary needs on this route. You can request a suitable option when you make your booking or through Manage Booking before your flight, and we will prepare it in advance for you.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in selected premium cabins on this route can use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, choosing from a curated menu that is prepared specially for your flight. This allows you to personalise your main course and plan your in-flight dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, along with a choice of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

For flights between Johannesburg and Hanoi, our weight-concept baggage policy applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers have an allowance of 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers have 35kg, and Business Class passengers have 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. Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your journey 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 Johannesburg to Hanoi once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including those travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, as long as the membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure.

Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging apps, email, and basic web browsing. It does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers, so we recommend downloading any heavy content before you fly.

On the Johannesburg to Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class provides a pitch of about 38 inches with up to 20 inches of seat width, giving you extra space to relax.

Business Class on this sector features seats that convert into fully flat beds, with every seat offering direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Hanoi sector, the Airbus A350-900 offers Economy Class with similar legroom, and Business Class again provides a fully flat bed and direct aisle access for every seat.

On both sectors of the Johannesburg to Hanoi journey, our Airbus A350-900 aircraft feature personal seat-back screens with our KrisWorld entertainment system. You can choose from a wide range of films, television shows, music, and games, and explore curated collections for different interests and ages.

Noise-reducing headphones are provided in selected cabins, and you can browse the entertainment catalogue before your flight on our website or app. Content is updated regularly, so there is always something new to enjoy.

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 a wide range of ways to make your layover enjoyable. For longer stops of around 5.5 hours or more, you can consider joining an official transit tour into the city, which lets you see key sights before returning to the airport in time for your onward flight.

For shorter layovers, staying airside is comfortable and convenient. You can visit indoor gardens, rest in quiet zones, enjoy play areas with children, or take advantage of airport facilities such as nap areas and transit hotels. Dining and shopping options are extensive, so you can find a meal, snack, or last-minute travel items with ease.

Eligible customers may access lounges such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge in Singapore (SIN). These lounges offer spaces to relax, refresh, and dine between flights. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait - it is an integral part of your journey.

At Johannesburg (JNB), eligible Singapore Airlines passengers may be invited to use partner facilities such as the South African Airways The Lounge (Premium). Access depends on your cabin class or frequent flyer status and is confirmed at check-in or on your boarding pass.

For most tickets issued on a single itinerary from Johannesburg to Hanoi, we will check your baggage through from Johannesburg to Hanoi via Singapore. You will not need to collect it during your layover. Your baggage tags and boarding passes will show your final destination when you check in.

Johannesburg operates on South Africa Standard Time, which is UTC+2 all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Hanoi follows Indochina Time, which is UTC+7 and also does not change seasonally. Hanoi is therefore 5 hours ahead of Johannesburg throughout the year.

Visa and entry requirements for Vietnam depend on your nationality, trip purpose, and length of stay. We recommend that you check with the nearest Vietnamese embassy or consulate, or consult your governments official travel advice, well before departure to confirm the latest requirements for your passport.

On arrival in Hanoi, you will disembark and follow signs to immigration, baggage reclaim, and customs. After clearing immigration, collect your checked baggage from the carousels and proceed through customs. Once you exit into the arrivals hall, transport options into the city are clearly signposted.

For international departures from Johannesburg to Hanoi via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows ample time for check-in, security screening, border control, and walking to your gate at a relaxed pace.

Hanoi can be warm and humid for much of the year, so lightweight, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes are useful. A light layer is helpful for cooler evenings or air-conditioned interiors. We also suggest bringing any essential medication, travel documents, and chargers in your cabin baggage.

Noi Bai International Airport offers several transport options into central Hanoi, including taxis, ride-hailing services, and public or shuttle buses. Journey times vary with traffic conditions. On arrival, follow the signs in the arrivals hall or visit an information desk to check the latest guidance and services.