Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Indonesia

Yes, meals are served on flights from San Francisco to Indonesia. On the long-haul San Francisco–Singapore sector, you can enjoy Singapore Airlines' in-flight dining with multi-course meals tailored to your cabin. A selection of special meals is available when requested in advance. Eligible cabins on selected routes can use Book the Cook to pre-order curated main courses. Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold beverages, including our signature Singapore Sling on board.

On routes between the United States and Indonesia, the piece concept for checked baggage generally applies. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you can usually check two pieces of baggage within standard weight limits. In Business Class and First Class, higher checked baggage allowances apply. All customers may bring cabin baggage within size and weight limits appropriate to their cabin class. Exact allowances are shown during booking and on your e-ticket.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Indonesia once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, including Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers who add their membership number at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional devices can use paid plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across routes from San Francisco to Indonesia, you may find First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, depending on the specific sectors. The long-haul San Francisco–Singapore sector offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. The onward Singapore–Jakarta flights offer First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, while flights to Denpasar Bali, Surabaya, and Medan offer Business Class and Economy Class.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers around 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width. In Business Class, seats convert into fully flat beds and provide direct aisle access on long-haul sectors. In First Class, you also enjoy a fully flat bed with generous personal space. Cabin configurations may vary slightly between the Airbus A350-900, Boeing 777-300ER, and Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft operating these routes.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Indonesia. 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 San Francisco to Indonesia connect at Singapore Changi Airport, which offers indoor gardens, art installations, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining. For longer layovers, you can explore more of the terminals or consider a short city visit on an official transit programme if time and entry formalities permit. For shorter connections, staying airside to enjoy lounges, showers, and quiet zones keeps the journey smooth. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

Jakarta, Surabaya, and Medan are typically 14 hours ahead of San Francisco when San Francisco is on Pacific Standard Time, and 15 hours ahead when San Francisco is on Pacific Daylight Time (March to early November). Denpasar Bali is usually one hour further ahead than Jakarta, making it 15 hours ahead during Pacific Standard Time and 16 hours ahead during Pacific Daylight Time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to your final destination in Indonesia 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 Indonesia, 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.