Singapore travel guide
Most visitors reach Singapore by air, landing at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). Nonstop flights run from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad, and take about four and a half to six hours. Pune usually needs a connection. From Changi, a taxi to central areas usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
Facts checked 2 Nov 2026
Singapore is easy to reach from India, and the journey is short enough to suit a long weekend or a full holiday. This guide covers flight times from each major Indian city, airlines, the airport transfer and how to move around once you arrive. Flights are not part of our packages, so you book them separately, and this guide helps you choose sensible timings.
Indian travellers fly to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), the main international airport. Direct or one-stop options depend on the airline and season, and availability changes by route and schedule. Singapore Airlines, Air India and IndiGo are the airlines named for most routes. Always check the current schedule before you book, because frequency can vary.
Typical nonstop flight times from India are:
Chennai and Bengaluru are among the fastest connections, which makes them useful for short breaks. A short flight lets you use a three-night or four-night itinerary more fully.
Singapore Airlines, IndiGo and Air India serve most of the cities above. Ahmedabad is served by Singapore Airlines and IndiGo when scheduled. Compare baggage allowances carefully, because low-cost fares can change the effective price. For Pune, a same-ticket connection is preferable for baggage protection and missed-connection handling. Verify operating days before you fix your dates, especially from Ahmedabad.
Changi Airport to central areas usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes by taxi, depending on traffic. Taxis and ride-hailing are practical for airport transfers and late-night travel. The MRT is also available and cheaper, but travellers with luggage often prefer a taxi or Grab for convenience. Our packages include private airport transfers, so a driver meets you and takes you to the hotel.
Use the MRT and public buses for most sightseeing. Fares are commonly about SGD 1 to 3 per ride, and contactless bank cards and stored-value transit cards are accepted. The network is clean, punctual and tourist-friendly. Taxis and ride-hailing suit late nights, luggage and Mandai or Sentosa days with a group. Walking works well in central areas, but heat and humidity make long walks tiring, so take breaks.
Check your arrival time against hotel check-in and first-day attraction reservations. A morning or evening nonstop departure from Mumbai works well, and you should allow time to reach the airport from central areas. If you land late, keep the first day light. If you land early, you may wait for your room, so ask the hotel about early check-in. On the last day, leave time for traffic and airport check-in.
You need a Singapore visa on an ordinary Indian passport, and your passport should be valid for at least six months. You must also submit the SG Arrival Card within three days before arrival. Read the Singapore visa guide for Indians for the steps and what to confirm. Also buy travel insurance and check baggage allowances.
Yes. Singapore pairs naturally with Malaysia, and a 14-day plan can add a Malaysia extension. Singapore is also a major cruise gateway. See Singapore and Malaysia packages or Malaysia for longer routes, and check visa rules for each country.
This guide is compiled from published tourism, weather and transport information and traveller reports, and was last checked on 2 November 2026. Airline schedules change by season, so confirm flights with the airline or your travel agent before you book.
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FAQs
Short answers to what travellers ask about Singapore.
Nonstop flights take about four and a half to six hours. Kolkata is about 4 hours 20 minutes, Chennai about 4 hours 25 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes, Mumbai about 5 hours 30 minutes and Delhi about 5 hours 45 minutes.
Yes, from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad, with Singapore Airlines, IndiGo and Air India on most routes. Pune usually needs a connection. Schedules vary by season, so check operating days with the airline or your planner before you book.
Most visitors land at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), the main international airport. It is about 20 to 30 minutes by taxi from central areas, depending on traffic. Our packages include a private transfer to your hotel.
Take a taxi or ride-hailing, which usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes, or use the MRT for a cheaper option. Travellers with luggage often prefer a taxi. Our packages include private airport transfers on arrival and departure.
Yes. The MRT and buses are extensive, reliable and clean, with fares commonly about SGD 1 to 3 per ride. Contactless bank cards and transit cards are accepted. Taxis suit late nights and luggage, and central areas are walkable.
Kolkata has the shortest flight, at about 4 hours 20 minutes, followed by Chennai and Bengaluru. Short flights help on three-night or four-night trips. Check the airline's current schedule because timings and frequency change by season, and compare baggage allowances.
Pune usually needs a connection, commonly through Mumbai, Delhi or Bengaluru. Choose a same-ticket connection, because it gives baggage protection and handles missed connections. Allow a comfortable layover and compare total travel time with a direct option from another city.
No. Our packages are land-only and include hotel, private transfers, sightseeing as per the itinerary and visa assistance. Flights are booked separately, and the visa fee and travel insurance are extra. Our planners can suggest flight timings from your city.
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