Flights from Taipei (TPE) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and refreshments in all cabins on both the Taipei–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco sectors, with menus designed to suit different tastes and flight times.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals for specific dietary needs on this route. You can request these in advance through our website or your booking agent, so we can prepare them before your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on selected sectors of this route may offer our Book the Cook service, allowing you to pre-select from a wider range of main courses. You can make your choice online before departure, subject to availability.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, and hot beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board for you to enjoy during your journey.

For flights between Taipei and San Francisco, the piece concept applies to checked baggage as this route involves the United States of America. For checked baggage, Economy Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked piece must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance is always shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Taipei to San Francisco once the aircraft is 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. 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 Taipei to Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on both the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10. On the Singapore to San Francisco sector, Economy Class provides a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class includes a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for every seat.

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.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The Next Segment Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Taipei but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. Eligible customers may use lounges such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at Singapore (SIN).

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent exploring themed gardens, rest areas, and attractions such as play zones and art installations spread across the terminals. If your connection is at least 5.5 to 6 hours, you may consider joining an official transit tour into the city, subject to eligibility and timing.

For shorter layovers, you can stay airside and enjoy amenities including quiet zones, shower facilities, and a wide choice of dining and shopping. Airport hotels and rest areas are also available if you prefer to sleep between flights, with clear signage to help you navigate between terminals.

Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it s an integral part of your journey.

Taipei follows Taiwan Standard Time, which is UTC+8 and does not observe daylight saving time. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 during standard time (roughly November to March) and UTC−7 during daylight saving time (roughly March to November). This means San Francisco is typically 16 hours behind Taipei in winter and 15 hours behind in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to San Francisco International Airport when flying from Taipei via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Taipei–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to San Francisco is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Taipei–San Francisco trip, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.