Singapore Travel Guide

Plan your trip to Singapore

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Changi Airport describes city access by MRT via Tanah Merah and the East West Line. Plan Singapore airport transport separately from applicable arrival formalities and check operating hours for late-night travel.

Capital
Singapore
Currency
Singapore Dollar / SGD
Common language
CLDR territory-language data records commonly used languages including English, Chinese, Malay, Tamil. Usage varies by region; CLDR population figures are estimates.
Time
IANA time zone Asia/Singapore (UTC+8, no daylight saving time); confirm local times on your itinerary

Major airports in Singapore

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Airlines for travel in Singapore

An airline’s hubs can determine whether your trip is nonstop or requires a connection.

Airlines, codes, key hubs and networks for travel in Singapore
AirlineCodeKey hubsNetwork
Singapore AirlinesSQSIN / BCN / FRA / JFK / JNB / LAX / MXP / NRT / ADL / AKL / AMD / AMSExplore Singapore Airlines information and check cabin baggage for the booked class.

How to travel around Singapore by air

What to expect when flying between cities or connecting after an international arrival.

Flying between cities in Singapore

  • Check domestic flight details before booking
    This page does not currently list a verified, publicly bookable domestic passenger timetable. That reflects the information verified for this page; it does not confirm that private, charter, humanitarian, sightseeing or other special flights are unavailable. Before booking, confirm the airport pair, operating date, passenger eligibility and ticket availability with the operator.

Arriving from another country

  • Check SG Arrival Card applicability
    ICA requires applicable travellers to submit the free SG Arrival Card within three days including arrival day. Exemptions include transit without immigration clearance, and Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders entering via land checkpoints. Check visa eligibility separately.

Popular cities to visit in Singapore

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International routes to Singapore

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Popular international flight routes to Singapore
RouteArrival airportRegion
LHR to SINSINGB
HKG to SINSINHK

Before you fly to Singapore

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Check Singapore Airlines cabin baggage by class

Singapore Airlines links cabin baggage allowance to travel class and requires secure stowage in an overhead compartment or under the seat ahead. Check the booked class and current size and weight requirements before departure.

Explore Singapore travel information

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Singapore flight and airport FAQs

Is the SG Arrival Card a visa?

No. ICA states the SG Arrival Card is not a visa and its official electronic service is free.