Flights from Chongqing (CKG) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

In-flight Dining
On flights between Chongqing and Ho Chi Minh City via Singapore, you will be served meals appropriate to the time of day on both sectors, with menus designed to offer a balance of regional and international flavours.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route that can be requested in advance, so you can enjoy an option that suits your needs when you fly between Chongqing, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh City.

Book the Cook
Eligible Business Class customers on this route can take advantage of our Book the Cook service on selected sectors, pre-ordering from an expanded menu to enjoy a personalised main course on board.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout your journey, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Our signature Singapore Sling is also offered on board, allowing you to enjoy a classic taste of Singapore while you travel.

For flights between Chongqing and Ho Chi Minh City, our weight concept applies. In Economy Class, the checked baggage allowance is 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. In Business Class, the checked baggage allowance is 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final baggage allowance for your trip 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 between Chongqing and Ho Chi Minh City once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class members must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On both the Chongqing–Singapore and Singapore–Ho Chi Minh City sectors, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, providing comfortable legroom for regional flights. Business Class features a fully flat bed with generous personal space and direct aisle access on board, allowing you to rest more fully during your 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 Chongqing but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

At Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy themed gardens, quiet rest areas, and a wide range of dining choices between your flights from Chongqing and Ho Chi Minh City. For longer layovers, you may consider joining the airport's official transit tour, which generally requires at least 5.5 to 6 hours between flights.

If you prefer to stay airside, you can relax in nap zones, visit recreational areas, or freshen up at pay-per-use lounges and transit hotels located within the terminals. Family-friendly play zones and art installations also provide ways to stretch and explore without leaving the secure area.

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

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Ho Chi Minh City when flying from Chongqing 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 (Chongqing–Singapore and Singapore–Ho Chi Minh City) 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Chongqing–Ho Chi Minh City 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.

Chongqing operates on China Standard Time, which is UTC+8 and does not observe daylight saving time. Ho Chi Minh City uses Indochina Time, which is UTC+7 and also does not observe daylight saving time. This means Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Chongqing throughout the year.