Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
On the San Francisco to Chennai journey, you will be served meals and refreshments tailored to the time of day and sector length, with a focus on fresh ingredients and regional flavours.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals for various dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our website or your travel agent, so we can prepare them before you board.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins and sectors of this route, you can pre-select main courses from our Book the Cook service, giving you more choice over what you would like to enjoy in the air.

Beverage Service
A range of hot and cold drinks is served throughout your journey, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board.

For flights between San Francisco and Chennai, our weight-concept baggage policy applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers may check 35kg, and Business Class passengers may check 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 allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on applicable aircraft once we are above 10,000 feet. It 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. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but 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 around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Chennai sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class provides comfortable legroom similar to regional full-service standards, while Business Class seats recline generously with additional space, allowing you to relax on the shorter flight.

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 lush indoor gardens, quiet rest areas, children s play zones, and a wide range of dining and shopping without leaving the terminal. For longer transits, you may join an official transit tour into the city, typically requiring at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights. Shorter layovers are well spent exploring themed zones, indoor art installations, and relaxation spaces before your next sector. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait - it s an integral part of your journey.

During your layover at Singapore (SIN), eligible premium customers and frequent flyers may be invited to the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class, KrisFlyer status, and Star Alliance tier. Lounge access is determined by your departing flight from Singapore and the conditions of your ticket.

At San Francisco International Airport (SFO), eligible Singapore Airlines passengers may be invited to use partner facilities such as the Air India Maharaja Lounge, subject to cabin class, frequent flyer status, and operating hours. Access is determined by our lounge policy at the time of travel.

San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 in winter and UTC-7 in summer. Chennai follows India Standard Time, which is UTC+5:30 all year. This means Chennai is 13.5 hours ahead of San Francisco during Pacific Standard Time (approximately November to March) and 12.5 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time (approximately March to November).

For flights from San Francisco to Chennai via Singapore, we recommend arriving at San Francisco International Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows enough time for check-in, security, and boarding, especially when travelling on a long-haul itinerary.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay, and purpose of visit. As policies can change, we recommend checking with the relevant Indian authorities or your nearest consulate, and reviewing our travel information pages, before you fly from San Francisco to Chennai.

Before travelling from San Francisco to Chennai, we recommend reviewing any health advisories published by your local authorities and checking if vaccinations or documents are suggested for India. At the airport and on board, we follow established safety and hygiene procedures to support your wellbeing throughout the journey.

Chennai International Airport offers several ground transport options to reach the city, including taxis, app-based services, and public transport links. Travel times vary with traffic and time of day, so we suggest checking local information on arrival or in advance to choose the option that best suits your plans.