Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Busan (PUS)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey between Los Angeles and Busan. Menus are designed to reflect regional flavours and international favourites, with meals timed to the flight length and departure.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to meet specific dietary needs on this route. These must be requested in advance through our website or your booking agent, so we can prepare them for your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins can choose from a wider range of main courses in advance through our Book the Cook service on the long-haul sector, subject to availability and route eligibility. This allows you to reserve a preferred dish before you fly.

Beverage Service
A variety of hot and cold beverages is available throughout your flight, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, so you can enjoy a classic drink as you travel.

For flights between Los Angeles and Busan, the piece concept applies to checked baggage. Checked baggage: Economy Class guests may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class guests may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class guests may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual piece must not exceed 32kg.

Cabin baggage: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece of cabin baggage up to 7kg. Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces of cabin baggage, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members have additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. Wi-Fi is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members 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 it 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 offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Busan sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. Specific seating can vary slightly by aircraft configuration.

From Los Angeles to Singapore on the Airbus A350-900, you can choose from Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. From Singapore to Busan on the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Business Class and Economy Class are available. You will be booked into the same overall cabin type for your journey wherever possible.

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 facilities, including themed gardens, rest areas, and a wide range of dining and shopping options. For longer layovers, you may be able to join an official city tour if your connection time meets the minimum requirement. For shorter stays, relaxing in quiet zones or exploring terminal attractions can make the time pass quickly. 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 be invited to use the Star Alliance Lounge before departure. During your layover at Singapore (SIN), eligible customers may be able to access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status.

For most itineraries from Los Angeles to Busan booked on a single Singapore Airlines ticket, we check your baggage through from Los Angeles to Busan, including the layover in Singapore. You usually do not need to collect bags at Singapore Changi Airport, but your final tag and details on your boarding pass confirm this at check-in.

Los Angeles is in the America/Los_Angeles time zone (UTC-8, switching to UTC-7 during daylight saving time from roughly March to early November). Busan is in the Asia/Seoul time zone (UTC+9) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Busan is typically 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles in winter and 16 hours ahead in summer.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of visit. We recommend checking the latest entry regulations with the relevant South Korean authorities or your nearest embassy or consulate before you travel, as rules can change.

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

From Gimhae International Airport, you can reach central Busan by metro, bus, or taxi. The metro connects the airport to key areas such as Seomyeon and Nampo-dong, while buses and taxis offer direct point-to-point travel. For current routes and options, check airport information screens or the official website on arrival.

Busan has good mobile coverage and widely available internet access in hotels, cafés, and public spaces. Power outlets typically use the two-round-pin plug type and 220V supply. We recommend bringing a suitable travel adaptor and checking that your devices are compatible with the local voltage.