Travelling from Dubai to Singapore: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when searching for a flight from Dubai to Singapore.
Touch down in Singapore at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
The average time for a direct Dubai to Singapore flight is 7 hours 35 minutes.
Singapore is four hours ahead of Dubai and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Dubai to Singapore is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). Choose from 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to SIN is the 02:20 Emirates option. If you prefer to travel later, the last scheduled departure is at 21:15 with Emirates.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Dubai to Singapore flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Singapore
To pick up cheap Dubai to Singapore flights, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Dubai to Singapore throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Dubai to Singapore, you can leave from Dubai Airport (DXB). Travel from DXB to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) without any stops.
Lock in your Dubai to Singapore plane tickets with Emirates. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from DXB.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Dubai to Singapore flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Singapore? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
71% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport make it to their destination on time.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Consider adding a stop at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). It's a major stopover on a Dubai to Singapore flight out of Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to browse the airport stores.
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to Singapore, kick back in one of these hotels close to Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport:
64% of all departures from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Singapore. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Grab a Singapore Changi Airport rental car and discover Singapore and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Sixt and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Singapore Changi Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dubai to Singapore, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to XSP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Dubai to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Dubai to Singapore. June is the most popular month to travel to Singapore. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Dubai to Singapore tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Dubai to Singapore in January when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from Dubai to Singapore, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Singapore:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Merlion are attractions you won't want to skip in Singapore.







