Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cebu (CEB)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the long-haul San Francisco to Singapore sector and the regional Singapore to Cebu sector, with menus designed to provide a satisfying dining experience and options that reflect the journey length and time of day.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance to meet your dietary needs. Please place your special meal request through our Manage Booking page before your flight so we can prepare it for you.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on the San Francisco to Singapore sector can pre-select main courses from our Book the Cook service, choosing from a curated menu prepared specially for your flight. This lets you personalise your dining experience before you travel.

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

For flights between San Francisco and Cebu, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. For Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. For Premium Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. For 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 customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final baggage allowance is confirmed 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. Wi-Fi is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should ensure their membership number is added to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can choose from paid plans. 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 San Francisco to Singapore sector operated by the Airbus A350-900, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access from every seat.

On the Singapore to Cebu sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class provides comfortable legroom suitable for the regional flight, while Business Class offers a more spacious seat that converts into a fully flat bed-style surface when reclined, giving you added comfort on this shorter sector.

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 gardens, walking trails, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining and shopping without leaving the terminal. For longer connections, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city, which usually requires at least 5.5–6 hours of available layover time. Shorter layovers can be spent exploring attractions such as indoor gardens and art installations, or relaxing at quiet zones and pay-per-use facilities. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

When departing from San Francisco International Airport on this route, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use the Air India Maharaja Lounge, depending on their cabin class or frequent flyer status. Lounge access is determined by your departing flight, ticket type, and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance tier.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may have access to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and frequent flyer status. Access is based on your onward flight to Cebu and your KrisFlyer or Star Alliance tier.

San Francisco is in the America/Los_Angeles time zone, which is UTC-8 in winter (approximately November to March) and UTC-7 during daylight saving time (approximately March to November). Cebu is in the Asia/Manila time zone, which is UTC+8 all year. This means Cebu is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco during Pacific Standard Time, and 15 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of visit. We recommend checking with the Philippine authorities or your nearest consulate, as well as your transit requirements for Singapore, before you travel. Always ensure your passport has sufficient validity for your journey.

For Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cebu via Singapore, we recommend arriving at San Francisco International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure. This allows enough time for check-in, security checks, and reaching your departure gate comfortably.

On arrival at Mactan-Cebu International Airport, you will proceed through immigration, baggage claim, and customs in a compact terminal designed for international flights. After exiting customs, you will find ground transport options, information counters, and places to buy local SIM cards or data services for your stay.

Yes, Cebu serves as a hub for domestic flights to other Philippine cities and islands. If you have a separate onward ticket, allow sufficient time between flights to complete arrival procedures and check-in again. We recommend checking minimum connection times and terminal arrangements with your chosen domestic carrier.