Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Male (MLE)

In-flight Dining
You will be served curated meals on both the San Francisco–Singapore and Singapore–Male sectors, with menus designed for long-haul comfort and regional flavours.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals to meet different dietary requirements. You can request these during booking or manage them later through our website, up to a set time before departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins can pre-select main courses from an extended Book the Cook menu on the long-haul sector, choosing dishes prepared specially for their flight.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices and soft drinks. A signature Singapore Sling is also available on board.

For flights between San Francisco and Male, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Business Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class customers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact 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 from San Francisco to Male once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, though Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers must 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 Airbus A350-900 services where Economy Class is available, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class offers a fully flat bed with every seat providing direct aisle access. On San Francisco–Singapore flights that offer only Business Class and Premium Economy Class, you can choose between the spacious recline of Premium Economy Class or the fully flat bed and direct aisle access of Business Class. On the Singapore–Male sector, Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class are all available with the same comfort standards.

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 San Francisco but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent joining one of the official free transit tours into the city, which typically require a minimum layover of around 5.5 to 6 hours. These tours let you see highlights of Singapore before returning comfortably for your onward flight. For shorter layovers, you can stay airside and enjoy amenities such as indoor gardens, quiet rest areas, nap zones, and family-friendly facilities spread across the terminals. There are also showers, spa services, and airport hotels if you want more privacy and rest. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8, switching to UTC−7 from roughly March to early November for daylight saving time. Male operates on Maldives Time, which is UTC+5 and does not observe daylight saving. This means Male is 13 hours ahead of San Francisco during Pacific Standard Time, and 12 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Velana International Airport in Male when flying from San Francisco 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 (San Francisco–Singapore and Singapore–Male) 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 Male 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 San Francisco–Male 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.