Travelling from Los Angeles to Singapore: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Singapore.
Hop off your plane in Singapore at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
The average time for a direct Los Angeles to Singapore flight is 17 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8, which is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
With ten weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Los Angeles to Singapore with Singapore Airlines at 19:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from LAX to SIN is with Singapore Airlines at 23:40.
To ensure you make it on your Los Angeles to Singapore flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Singapore
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Los Angeles to Singapore flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Los Angeles to Singapore is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and land a sweet deal.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Set off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Singapore. From LAX, you can land directly at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
Singapore Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Los Angeles to Singapore plane tickets from LAX.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for Los Angeles to Singapore flights leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
LAX is around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Singapore? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
The distance from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Singapore, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Follow your own route with a Singapore Changi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and chase adventure across Singapore and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Singapore Changi Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. After your flight from Los Angeles to Singapore, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near XSP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Los Angeles to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
June is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Singapore. To skip the crowds, visit Singapore in March.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Los Angeles to Singapore ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Singapore around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Singapore, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Singapore itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Merlion.

