Flying from New York to Changi International Airport (SIN): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Changi International Airport (SIN). Check out your options for leaving Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Jump on a direct flight from New York to Changi International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 18 hours 50 minutes.
Singapore is 12 hours ahead of New York. Changi International Airport is located in Singapore, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Singapore Airlines at 23:40. Go for the first EWR to SIN departure with Singapore Airlines at 09:35 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to SIN, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can take a direct flight from New York to Changi International Airport (SIN) out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
When taking off from EWR, you can take a direct flight from New York to Changi International Airport with Singapore Airlines.
We make it simple to book a flight from New York to SIN with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers between EWR and SIN include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
EWR is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from New York to Changi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Want other options for a direct flight from New York to Changi International Airport (SIN)? Check out the fares departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Singapore Airlines operates direct flights from New York to SIN leaving from JFK. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Break up your flight from New York to Changi International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between John F. Kennedy International Airport and SIN are:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
You can get to JFK from the centre of New York in about 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to SIN, take things easy in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Changi International Airport (SIN)
Book a hotel near SIN if you're taking a late flight from New York to Changi International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore
From Changi International Airport, Singapore is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Changi International Airport (SIN)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Changi International Airport, R 6,764 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from R 13,507. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
Book 7 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from New York to SIN.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from New York to Changi International Airport, plan your trip for April (it's when flights are cheapest). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' search function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from New York to Changi International Airport (SIN)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from New York to Changi International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Singapore, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from New York to SIN in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to Changi International Airport in January when temperatures average between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from New York to Changi International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
One of the best ways to get to know Singapore is to explore its top sights. Essential stops include Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore.
Complete your Singapore trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Changi International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Singapore. Explore the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.