Flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and refreshments in all cabins on the long-haul sectors of your journey, with menus designed to suit the flight timing and length.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals that can be requested in advance, allowing you to align your in-flight dining with your personal preferences or dietary needs.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in selected premium cabins can pre-order from an expanded menu through our Book the Cook service, choosing their main course before departure for a more personalised dining experience.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the flight, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also served on board, adding a distinctive touch to your journey.

For flights between Ho Chi Minh City 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 individual 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 exact 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 Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, with Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members required to 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 both the Ho Chi Minh City–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco sectors, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, providing comfortable legroom for the journey. Premium Economy Class, available on Airbus A350-900 services, offers a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width for added space. Business Class on both the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-10 features fully flat beds, with every seat providing direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900, giving you generous personal space to rest and work.

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.

You may be able to access facilities such as the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge in Singapore, depending on your 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 Ho Chi Minh City but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy a range of airside attractions, including themed gardens, art installations, quiet rest areas, and family zones. For longer connections, you may join an official city tour, which generally requires a minimum layover of around 5.5 to 6 hours.

Shorter layovers can be spent exploring the terminals, where you will find walking trails, relaxation corners, and a wide variety of dining options. Airport hotels and rest areas are also available if you prefer to freshen up or take a nap between flights.

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

Ho Chi Minh City operates on Indochina Time (UTC+7) 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 15 hours behind Ho Chi Minh City in winter and 14 hours behind in summer.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to San Francisco International Airport when flying from Ho Chi Minh City 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 (Ho Chi Minh City–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 Ho Chi Minh City–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.