Flights from France to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Yes, on flights from Paris to Ho Chi Minh City via Singapore, you can enjoy our in-flight dining with curated menus that reflect both regional and international flavours, along with mid-flight snacks on longer sectors. We offer a range of special meals that you can request in advance to match your dietary needs. On eligible sectors and in selected cabins, you may also be able to use our Book the Cook service to pre-select your main course from a wider menu. Throughout the flight, we serve a selection of hot and cold beverages, including soft drinks, juices, wines, and our signature Singapore Sling on most routes.

Flights between France and Ho Chi Minh City use the weight-concept baggage allowance. In Economy Class, you can usually check in up to 25–30 kg of checked baggage depending on your fare type. In Premium Economy Class, the typical allowance is around 35 kg, and in Business Class and First Class it is usually 40 kg or more. All customers may also bring cabin baggage within size and weight limits. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket, as they can vary by fare, route, and KrisFlyer or Star Alliance status.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from France to Ho Chi Minh City once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free and unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please add your membership number to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can purchase 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.

From France to Singapore, you can travel in First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, or Economy Class, depending on the aircraft used on your chosen departure. On the onward sector from Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City, cabins include Business Class and Economy Class. When booking, you will see the exact cabin options available for each sector of your journey.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. In Premium Economy Class, seats offer about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. In Business Class, seats convert into fully flat beds, with every seat providing direct aisle access on Airbus A350-900 services and a spacious configuration on Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. In First Class on selected Boeing 777-300ER flights, you have a wide seat that turns into a fully flat bed with ample personal space. Cabin configurations can vary slightly between aircraft types and routes.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from France to Ho Chi Minh City. Eligibility is based on your class of travel or KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, determined by the flight departing the layover airport. Other options such as purchasing a day pass 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.

Most journeys from France to Ho Chi Minh City connect through Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join one of the airport's free transit tours into the city, subject to timing and eligibility, to see highlights such as the waterfront and key districts. For shorter connections, stay airside and enjoy Changi's gardens, art installations, quiet rest zones, playgrounds, and wide choice of shops and dining. Airport hotels and nap facilities are also available if you prefer to rest. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

France (including Paris) typically operates on Central European Time (UTC+1) in winter and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) from late March to late October. Ho Chi Minh City follows Indochina Time (UTC+7) all year and does not observe daylight saving. This means Ho Chi Minh City is usually 6 hours ahead of France in winter and 5 hours ahead during French summer time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Ho Chi Minh City when flying via the layover airport on a single booking with Singapore Airlines, provided both flight segments are under the same booking reference (PNR), the connection is under 24 hours, and, for partner-operated onward flights, a through-check agreement is in place.

You may be able to plan a stopover at the layover city on your journey to Ho Chi Minh City, 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.