Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Darwin (DRW)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the long-haul San Francisco to Singapore sector and the onward Singapore to Darwin sector, with menus designed to reflect regional flavours and seasonal produce.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on the San Francisco to Singapore and Singapore to Darwin flights, which you can request in advance to meet your dietary needs or preferences.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins for this route, you can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select from a wider choice of main courses on the long-haul sector, ensuring your preferred dish is reserved for you.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks, including wines and spirits, is served on board, and our signature Singapore Sling is available during your flight.

For flights between San Francisco and Darwin, the piece concept applies. For checked baggage, Economy Class passengers may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg, and Premium Economy Class and Business Class passengers may check 2 pieces, each up to 23kg for Premium Economy Class and 32kg for Business Class. Each piece must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class 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 have additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, and 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 service 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 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 offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Darwin sector operated by the Boeing 737-8 MAX, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, and Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

On the San Francisco to Singapore Airbus A350-900 sector and the Singapore to Darwin Boeing 737-8 MAX sector, you can enjoy our KrisWorld entertainment system, with a wide choice of films, TV programmes, music, and games available from gate to gate on individual seat screens.

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.

If your layover is at Singapore Changi Airport, and you have at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights, you can join an official transit tour into the city to see key sights without planning your own transport. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside and enjoy gardens, rest areas, play zones, and a wide range of dining and shopping. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait - it s an integral part of your journey.

When departing from San Francisco International Airport on this route, eligible passengers may be invited to use partner facilities such as the Air India Maharaja Lounge, depending on their cabin class or frequent flyer status. Lounge access is determined by your departing flight and eligibility at the time of travel.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may be able to access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their class of travel or membership status on the departing flight to Darwin.

San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 in winter and UTC-7 during daylight saving time, roughly March to November. Darwin follows Australian Central Standard Time all year, at UTC+9:30. This means Darwin is 17.5 hours ahead of San Francisco in winter, and 16.5 hours ahead during daylight saving time.

Visa and entry requirements for Darwin depend on your nationality and purpose of travel. We recommend checking official government sources or consulting your local consulate before you book and again before you depart, as regulations and document requirements can change.

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

When connecting in Singapore Changi Airport, follow the transfer signs to your next departure terminal and check the flight information screens. If your bags are tagged through to Darwin, you can remain airside. Our ground staff are available if you have questions about your gate or connection time.

Whether you can leave the airport depends on your nationality, visa eligibility, and the length of your layover. If you plan to enter the city, ensure you satisfy Singapore s entry requirements and allow sufficient time for immigration, transport, and returning to your gate before boarding.