Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Phuket (HKT)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both sectors of your journey from San Francisco to Phuket. On the long-haul Airbus A350-900 flight to Singapore, you can enjoy a complete meal service tailored to the time of day. A further meal or snack is served on the shorter Singapore to Phuket sector.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on the San Francisco to Phuket route, which you can request in advance to meet many dietary needs. To ensure availability, please place your request through our Manage Booking portal or with your travel agent before departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins on this route can use our Book the Cook service to pre-select from an expanded menu on the long-haul sector between San Francisco and Singapore. This allows you to confirm your main course ahead of time for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is served throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, along with a curated range of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

For flights between San Francisco and Phuket, our piece concept applies as the journey involves the United States of America. For checked baggage, Economy Class customers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class customers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class customers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked piece must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, customers travelling in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class may bring 1 piece on board, up to 7kg. Customers travelling in Business Class may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final baggage allowance will be shown 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; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers 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 long-haul Airbus A350-900 sector between San Francisco and Singapore, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access at every seat.

On the Boeing 737-8 MAX sector between Singapore and Phuket, Economy Class provides comfortable legroom with around 32 inches of pitch and up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class offers seats that convert to a fully flat bed, giving you additional comfort on the shorter regional 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 make the most of a wide range of facilities. For longer connections, you may be able to join an official transit tour into the city, which usually requires at least 5.5 to 6 hours of layover time. For shorter stops, stay airside and enjoy themed gardens, rest areas, and a variety of dining and shopping.

If you are eligible for lounge access, you can relax, refresh, or catch up on work in quiet surroundings while waiting for your onward flight to Phuket. Airport hotels and snooze areas are also available if you prefer more privacy. 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, eligible Singapore Airlines customers may be invited to use the Air India Maharaja Lounge, subject to their cabin class and frequent flyer status. Lounge access is determined by your departing flight from San Francisco and your KrisFlyer or Star Alliance tier.

During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may be able to access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their class of travel and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status. Access will be based on your onward flight from Singapore to Phuket.

San Francisco follows Pacific Time (UTC-8) in winter and Pacific Daylight Time (UTC-7) from roughly March to early November. Phuket follows Indochina Time year-round (UTC+7). This means Phuket is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco during Pacific Standard Time, and 14 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time.

Visa requirements from San Francisco to Phuket depend on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. We recommend checking the latest entry regulations with the relevant embassy or consulate, and ensuring your passport remains valid for the required period beyond your intended departure from Thailand.

On arrival in Phuket, you will clear immigration, collect your checked baggage, and pass customs before exiting into the arrivals hall. Transport options into the main beach areas and town include pre-arranged hotel transfers, licensed taxis, and other local services. Check locally for the latest guidance on transport choices and travel times.

For international departures from San Francisco to Phuket via Singapore, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. This allows enough time for check-in, security screening, and boarding, especially during busier travel periods.

Phuket has a warm, tropical climate, so light, breathable clothing, sun protection, and comfortable footwear are useful. Pack swimwear and a light cover-up for cooler evenings or air-conditioned spaces. Consider a small day bag for excursions, and check your baggage allowance before packing to ensure you stay within the limits.