How to find cheap flights to Singapore
Score a lower price on a flight to Singapore by leaving from Kuala Lumpur International, often the most budget-friendly departure option.
Then arrive at Singapore Changi to keep your airfare as low as possible.
Keep the month of September free. It's generally the cheapest time to visit Singapore.
For a return ticket, the lowest price right now is RM292. One-way fares are available from RM85.
Open to choosing your arrival city based on the lowest fares? Discover the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Singapore' in the 'To' field.
Alternatively, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search if you know where you're headed. This will display fares for any nearby arrival airports so you can easily find the best deal.
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Book your tickets around five months ahead. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.
The best time to go to Singapore
To find the month or even day with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.
February is the most popular month to travel. Go then if you want that peak season buzz, not rock bottom fares.
Travel in December if you want a more laid-back vibe. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Singapore tend to be more affordable.
Think about your travel preferences and let the weather be your guide. May is one of the warmest months in Singapore, with highs averaging 30ºC (86ºF).
January brings cooler conditions, with average lows of 24ºC (75ºF).
Rain is more common in May, while February is generally drier.
When picking your dates, also factor in monsoon season and periods of intense thunderstorms. Weather risks can differ by region, so it's worth checking what applies to the areas you're travelling through.
Getting to Singapore
When you're ready to book flights to Singapore, you've got a few arrival airports to choose from. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) in Singapore and Seletar Airport (XSP) in Singapore are your options.
The airlines bringing the most services into this destination, along with approximate monthly flight counts, are:
Singapore Airlines — 5,300
Scoot — 2,900
AirAsia — 550
Istanbul, Frankfurt and Tokyo are among the major hubs used as stopover points on flights to Singapore. Stops differ by route, so it's a good idea to check the connection details for your departure city.
Places to visit in Singapore
Singapore
With a population of roughly 3.5 million, this city should be toward the top of the must-see list.
Set aside some time for well-known stops like Marina Bay Sands, Marina Bay Sands Hotel Infinity Pool and Formula 1 Singapore - Singapore Night Race, among other landmarks.
You'll discover plenty of flight deals to Singapore touching down at Singapore's main airport, Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). Seletar Airport (XSP) gives you more flights to compare.
When it's time to find somewhere comfortable to stay, explore the lineup of hotels in Singapore.
Good to know
Entry rules can change often, so check whether you'll need a visa or any other documents before you travel. Your airline, travel agent or the local embassy or consulate will have the most up-to-date information.
The language most commonly spoken in Singapore is English.
You'll be using the Singapore Dollar (SGD) for everyday purchases.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are common in cities large and small, so access is unlikely to be an issue.
Tipping is not generally expected in Singapore. However, paying a little extra is a nice gesture for great service.
Wi-Fi coverage is high, with the majority of bars, cafes and hotels offering dependable access.
The population of Singapore is around 6.1 million. Singapore is the capital.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+8 inches place.
Singapore is part of the South-Eastern Asia subregion of Asia.
Hoping to time your flight to Singapore with something big? Top events worth planning around include National Day celebrations, Chinese New Year and the Singapore Food Festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
A cheap ticket to Singapore gets you there. What comes next is planning the stay. Discover competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Singapore. Want to travel on your own schedule? Also browse the range of car hire options in Singapore.
