Flying from Istanbul to Singapore: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Singapore.
When it comes to working out where to land in Singapore, Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the primary gateways.
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Singapore flight is 10 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Istanbul.
The most popular route for flights from Istanbul to Singapore is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Changi International Airport (SIN). Choose from 18 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from IST to SIN is the 02:00 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 17:10 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you catch your Istanbul to Singapore flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Singapore
To snag cheap Istanbul to Singapore flights, book your trip one month before your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Singapore is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Istanbul to Singapore.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Set out from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) on a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Singapore. From IST, you can land directly at Changi International Airport (SIN).
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Istanbul to Singapore plane tickets leaving from IST.
We make it easy to book an Istanbul to Singapore flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Singapore or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your Istanbul to Singapore flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Singapore are:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
SAW is around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to Singapore? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
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 roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Singapore, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Grab a Changi International Airport rental car and explore Singapore and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Sixt and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Changi International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
The centre of Singapore is approximately 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). Once your flight from Istanbul to Singapore has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 25 minutes or so.
After your flight from Istanbul to Singapore, rest your head at a hotel close to XSP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
April is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Singapore. To avoid the crowds, go to Singapore in February.
Before locking in your Istanbul to Singapore tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Singapore around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Singapore, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Singapore to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Singapore.