Travelling from Beijing to Singapore: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Beijing. Check out your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when booking your flight from Beijing to Singapore.
When it comes to landing in Singapore, Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the chief entry points.
Book a direct Beijing to Singapore flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 6 hours 25 minutes.
Singapore's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing.
The most popular route for flights from Beijing to Singapore is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Changi International Airport (SIN). There are 32 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from PEK to SIN is the 00:05 Singapore Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last scheduled departure is at 16:40 with Singapore Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Beijing to Singapore flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Singapore
Lock in cheap Beijing to Singapore flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on plane tickets from Beijing to Singapore. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Beijing to Singapore, you can leave from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Travel from PEK to Changi International Airport (SIN) in one seamless journey.
Be on the lookout for promotions with Singapore Airlines. This carrier offers direct Beijing to Singapore plane tickets from PEK.
We make it a cinch to find a Beijing to Singapore flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PEK is around 26 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a handy hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Singapore, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Singapore out of Daxing International Airport (PKX). Nonstop services from PKX will take you to Changi International Airport (SIN).
Singapore Airlines offers direct Beijing to Singapore plane tickets from PKX. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Beijing to Singapore flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Daxing International Airport and Singapore:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX)
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
You can get to PKX from central Beijing in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Beijing to Singapore? Unwind in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
The majority of flights that depart Daxing International Airport reach their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 89%.
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 will take around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Singapore, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Grab a Changi International Airport rental car and discover Singapore and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Sixt and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Changi International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is about 14 kilometres from central Singapore. Following your flight from Beijing to Singapore, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to XSP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Beijing to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
February is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Singapore, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Singapore based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Beijing to Singapore ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Singapore in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Singapore, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Singapore itinerary.