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

In-flight Dining
On the Seoul to Singapore and Singapore to San Francisco sectors, you will be served meals designed to suit the time of day and flight duration, with options for both light and more substantial dishes.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals for specific dietary requirements, which you can request in advance through your booking or our website so we can prepare them for your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible premium cabins on this route can enjoy our Book the Cook service, which allows you to pre-select main courses created by our culinary panel before you fly, subject to availability and route eligibility.

Beverage Service
Throughout your journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverages, with our signature Singapore Sling available on board.

For flights between Seoul and San Francisco, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. In Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Premium Economy Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. In Business Class, you may check in 2 pieces, each up to 32kg. Each checked piece must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class customers 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 have additional allowances.

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

On the Seoul–Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore–San Francisco sector, Economy Class also offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class features a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

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.

Passengers travelling on this route may have access to facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge in Singapore, depending on eligibility.

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

Singapore Changi Airport offers a popular free transit tour for eligible passengers with layovers of about 5.5 hours or more, allowing you to see highlights of the city during your connection, subject to tour schedules and entry requirements. For shorter layovers, you can relax airside among indoor gardens, rest zones, and curated art installations.

Within the terminals, you will find a wide choice of dining outlets, quiet seating areas, shower facilities, and family-friendly play spaces to refresh between long-haul sectors. Some terminals also feature entertainment zones and themed attractions that help the time pass pleasantly.

If you prefer privacy or a longer rest, consider booking an airport hotel or using designated nap areas where available. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Seoul follows Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) and does not observe daylight saving time. San Francisco follows Pacific Time, which is UTC−8 in winter (approximately November to March) and UTC−7 in summer (approximately March to November). This means San Francisco is typically 17 hours behind Seoul in winter and 16 hours behind Seoul in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to San Francisco International Airport when flying from Seoul 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 (Seoul–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco) 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 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 Seoul–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.