Travelling from London to Singapore: what you need to know
You can select from a range of airports when organising your flight from London to Singapore. Check out your options for jetting out of London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
When planning your arrival in Singapore, Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the chief entry points.
Book a direct London to Singapore flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 5 minutes.
Singapore's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Singapore eight hours ahead of London.
With 49 weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from London to Singapore with Singapore Airlines at 09:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from LHR to SIN is with Singapore Airlines at 22:05.
To ensure you don't miss your London to Singapore flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Singapore
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The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from London to Singapore is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're after a direct flight from London to Singapore, you can depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Get from LHR to Changi International Airport (SIN) in one seamless trip.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct London to Singapore plane tickets with departures from LHR, including:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for London to Singapore flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Singapore? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can catch a direct flight from London to Singapore out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Start your trip at LGW and step off the plane at Changi International Airport (SIN).
Singapore Airlines offers direct London to Singapore plane tickets from LGW. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your London to Singapore flight, browse these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from London to Singapore, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Searching for a ticket from London to Singapore with a stop or two can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When leaving from Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can detour to on your way to Singapore:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
STN is around 48 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make taking an early London to Singapore flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Singapore. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Changi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and find adventure across Singapore and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Changi International Airport around two weeks ahead of your London to Singapore flight.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
The centre of Singapore is about 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). Once your flight from London to Singapore has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from London to Singapore, unwind at a hotel near XSP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Singapore, while April is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Singapore based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a London to Singapore ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap flights from London to Singapore around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Singapore right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Singapore to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Singapore.