Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Seoul (ICN)

In-flight Dining
On the San Francisco to Singapore and Singapore to Seoul sectors, you will be served meals designed to suit the time of day and length of each flight, with a selection of main courses and light bites.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals that can be requested in advance to meet medical or personal dietary needs. Please place your request when booking or through Manage Booking before your departure.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in premium cabins on this route can pre-select from an expanded menu using our Book the Cook service on selected sectors. This allows you to choose your main course ahead of time for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A curated drinks list is available throughout the flight, including soft drinks, juices, hot beverages, and alcoholic options. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board for you to enjoy during your journey.

For flights between San Francisco and Seoul, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. Checked baggage: Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Premium Economy Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class passengers may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each individual piece must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final 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 San Francisco to Seoul once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, and Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase Wi-Fi plans on board. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the San Francisco to Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class seats offer a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class seats convert into a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Seoul sector, Economy Class also provides a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, ensuring a consistent level of comfort across both legs of the journey.

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. In Singapore (SIN), eligible customers may be able to use lounges such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge before their onward departure.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can choose between exploring the airport's extensive facilities or joining an official transit tour into the city, available for longer connections that typically require at least around 5.5 to 6 hours of transit time. For shorter layovers, you can enjoy gardens, rest areas, quiet zones, and cinematic or play spaces within the terminals.

You will also find showers, transit hotels, and a wide range of dining and retail options, allowing you to refresh, shop, or relax between flights. Wayfinding is clear, and transfer security and immigration processes are designed to be efficient.

Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it's an integral part of your journey.

San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC-8 from roughly November to March and UTC-7 from March to November due to daylight saving time. Seoul operates on Korea Standard Time all year at UTC+9. This means Seoul is typically 17 hours ahead of San Francisco in winter and 16 hours ahead in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Seoul 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–Seoul) 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 Seoul 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–Seoul 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.