Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Japan

Yes. On flights from San Francisco to Japan via Singapore, you can enjoy our in-flight dining featuring multi-course meals tailored to your cabin, inspired by regional and international flavours. We offer a range of special meals that can be requested in advance to suit different dietary needs. On selected cabins and routes, you may also be able to use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, pre-ordering a main course created by our International Culinary Panel. Throughout your journey, a complimentary beverage service is available, including wines, spirits, and our signature Singapore Sling on eligible routes.

Flights between the United States and Japan follow the piece concept for checked baggage. In Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, you are generally permitted at least one or more checked bags, while Business Class and First Class enjoy higher checked baggage allowances. All customers may bring cabin baggage on board, with the number and size of items depending on your cabin class. Exact allowances can vary by fare type, so please check your booking confirmation for full details.

Wi-Fi is available on most Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Japan once the aircraft reaches above 10,000 feet. KrisFlyer members enjoy free, unlimited Wi-Fi; if you are travelling in Economy Class or Premium Economy Class, please ensure your membership number is added to your booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members and additional users can choose from paid plans. The connection is ideal for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

Across the journey from San Francisco to Japan, you may experience a mix of cabins depending on the sector. The San Francisco to Singapore sector offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. On Singapore to Tokyo flights, First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class are available. On Singapore to Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Osaka flights, you can travel in Business Class or Economy Class.

In Economy Class, you can expect a seat pitch of around 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width. Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width. Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds, with direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900, and generous space on the Boeing 777-300ER and Boeing 787-10. First Class on selected Singapore–Tokyo Boeing 777-300ER flights features a fully flat bed and spacious seating. Cabin layouts and exact configurations can vary slightly between routes and aircraft.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers at layover airports on connections to Japan. 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.

On your way from San Francisco to Japan, you will connect at Singapore Changi Airport. For longer layovers, you can join a free transit tour into the city, take a dip in the airport swimming pool, visit themed gardens, or enjoy art installations and attractions in the terminals. For shorter stops, stay airside to explore quiet lounges, rest areas, showers, shopping, and dining options located close to your gate. Your time at the airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

San Francisco operates on Pacific Time (UTC−8, UTC−7 in daylight saving time from roughly March to early November). Japan, including Nagoya, Tokyo, Fukuoka, and Osaka, uses Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) with no daylight saving. This means Japan is typically 17 hours ahead of San Francisco 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 Japan 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 Japan, 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.