Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

In-flight Dining
On the Melbourne to Singapore and Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City sectors, you will be served meals appropriate to the time of day, with menus designed to highlight regional and international flavours.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals on this route, which you can request in advance to suit your dietary needs. These should be ordered through your booking before your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in selected premium cabins on the Melbourne–Singapore sector can choose from an expanded menu in advance through our Book the Cook service, ensuring a personalised dining experience on board.

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

For flights between Melbourne and Ho Chi Minh City, our weight-concept baggage policy applies. In Economy Class, the checked baggage allowance is 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class includes 35kg of checked baggage. Business Class includes 40kg of checked baggage, while First Class and Suites include 50kg of checked baggage. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring one piece up to 7kg, while Suites, First Class, and Business Class customers may bring two pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact allowance is 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 Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City 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 connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Melbourne–Singapore and Singapore–Ho Chi Minh City sectors, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class, available between Melbourne and Singapore, offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class on both sectors features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on our long-haul configured aircraft. First Class on selected Boeing 777-300ER services between Melbourne and Singapore offers a fully flat bed, and Suites on the Airbus A380-800 between Melbourne and Singapore also feature a fully flat bed.

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.

At Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may have access to facilities such as The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), and the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and membership status.

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

If you have a longer layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can join a free transit tour into the city, available for eligible itineraries, typically requiring at least 5.5 to 6 hours of transit time. The tour offers a glimpse of Singapore’s skyline and key sights without the need to manage your own logistics.

For shorter layovers, staying airside is comfortable and convenient. Changi Airport offers themed gardens, quiet rest areas, a variety of dining options, and facilities such as lounges and transit hotels where you can relax or freshen up between flights.

Families and solo travellers alike will find plenty of entertainment, from play areas to art installations. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) from roughly April to early October, and Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) from early October to early April. Ho Chi Minh City uses Indochina Time (UTC+7) year-round. This means Ho Chi Minh City is 3 hours behind Melbourne during AEST, and 4 hours behind during AEDT.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Tan Son Nhat International Airport when flying from Melbourne 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 (Melbourne–Singapore and Singapore–Ho Chi Minh City) 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Melbourne–Ho Chi Minh City 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.