Flights from Japan to Los Angeles (LAX)

Yes, on flights from Nagoya to Los Angeles you enjoy our in-flight dining with regionally inspired menus and international favourites. You can request special meals in advance to suit many dietary needs. On selected routes and cabins, Book the Cook lets you pre-select main courses. A full beverage service, including our signature Singapore Sling cocktail, soft drinks, juices, and hot beverages, is also available.

Flights between Japan and the United States use the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can usually check in two pieces of baggage, while Business Class and First Class generally allow additional pieces. Cabin baggage allowances apply across all cabins, with at least one carry-on item plus a personal item, subject to size and weight limits. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from Japan to Los Angeles once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase paid plans. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

From Japan to Los Angeles, you can travel in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, or First Class, depending on your departure city and chosen flight. The direct Tokyo to Los Angeles service offers First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Routes via Singapore offer Business Class and Economy Class on flights between Japan and Singapore, and Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class between Singapore and Los Angeles.

In Economy Class, you can expect around a 32-inch seat pitch and up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about a 38-inch seat pitch and up to 20-inch seat width. Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. First Class also provides a fully flat bed for maximum rest. Cabin layouts may vary slightly by aircraft on different routes from Japan.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections from Japan to Los Angeles. 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 flights from Japan to Los Angeles route via Singapore Changi Airport, where longer layovers can include a free transit tour into the city if your timing allows. For shorter connections, you can stay airside to enjoy indoor gardens, art installations, shops, dining options, and quiet rest areas, or freshen up at airport hotels and shower facilities. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Japan, including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka, follows Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) with no daylight saving. Los Angeles follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter and UTC−7 from roughly March to early November. This means Los Angeles is normally 16 hours behind Japan in winter and 17 hours behind in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles, 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.