Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
On Cape Town–San Francisco journeys, you will enjoy meal services on each long-haul sector, with menus designed to suit different tastes and time zones. In Economy Class, meals are included and served at natural intervals during your flight.

Special Meals
We offer a wide selection of special meals that cater to various dietary needs. You can request these in advance through your booking, and we recommend doing so at least 48 hours before departure to ensure we can load your preferred option.

Book the Cook
Eligible passengers in selected cabins on qualifying sectors can pre-order main courses from our Book the Cook service, giving you more choice and the ability to personalise your dining experience before you fly.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, and hot beverages. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, adding a distinctive touch to your time in the air.

For flights between Cape Town and San Francisco, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, the allowance is 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Business Class, the allowance is 2 pieces, each up to 32kg, and each individual piece must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers 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 Cape Town to San Francisco once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, although Economy and Premium Economy passengers must 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 all Airbus A350-900 sectors between Cape Town, Johannesburg, Singapore, and San Francisco, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width. Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, offering extra space and comfort on long sectors.

In Business Class, you will have a fully flat bed with generous personal space and direct aisle access on all sectors. This consistent cabin layout across the journey helps you rest and arrive feeling more refreshed.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Johannesburg. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Johannesburg. 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 Cape Town but have a Business Class onward flight from Johannesburg, you get lounge access in Johannesburg only.

In Johannesburg, eligible customers may be invited to use South African Airways The Lounge (Premium).

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

In Singapore Changi Airport, eligible passengers may be invited to use the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin and status.

For layovers in Johannesburg, it is generally most comfortable to remain airside at the airport, especially on shorter connections between your Cape Town and Singapore flights. You can make use of cafés, shops, and seating areas, or consider an airport hotel if you have a longer wait between sectors.

If you have significant time, check locally whether you have enough hours to clear formalities and return comfortably for your onward flight, as traffic and transfer times can vary. Airport staff can advise on current conditions and the safest buffer to allow before boarding.

Your time at Johannesburg (JNB) is more than just a wait — it s an integral part of your journey.

Singapore Changi Airport offers a wide range of amenities that make layovers more enjoyable, including themed gardens, rest areas, and children s play zones. If your layover is at least about 5.5 to 6 hours, you may be able to join an official transit tour of the city, subject to availability and timing.

For shorter connections, you can stay airside to explore lounges, dining options, and quiet zones, or visit attractions such as indoor gardens and relaxation spaces in the terminals. Showers, nap areas, and airport hotels offer additional comfort on longer breaks between flights.

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

Cape Town follows South Africa Standard Time, which is UTC+2 all year and does not observe daylight saving time. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter (roughly November to March) and UTC−7 in summer (roughly March to November). Cape Town is therefore 10 hours ahead of San Francisco in winter and 9 hours ahead in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to San Francisco International Airport when flying from Cape Town via Johannesburg and 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 (Cape Town–Johannesburg and Johannesburg–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Johannesburg and Singapore must each be less than 24 hours. If any 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 Johannesburg or Singapore to San Francisco 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 Cape Town–San Francisco 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.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Johannesburg on your Cape Town–San Francisco 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.