Travelling from Seoul to Singapore: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Seoul to Singapore. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's major entry points.
Around 6 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Seoul to Singapore flight.
Singapore's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Singapore one hour behind Seoul.
You can choose from 75 services each week between Incheon International Airport (ICN) and {"defaultCase":"Changi International Airport","accusativeCase":"Changi International Airport","nominativeCase":"Changi International Airport","dativeCase":"Changi International Airport"} (SIN). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Seoul to Singapore.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Seoul to Singapore flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Singapore
To score cheap Seoul to Singapore flights, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
April is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Seoul to Singapore. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can get a direct flight from Seoul to Singapore departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Begin your trip at ICN and end it at Changi International Airport (SIN).
These are some of the major carriers offering direct Seoul to Singapore plane tickets out of ICN:
We make it simple to find a Seoul to Singapore flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Incheon International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is about 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a handy hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Singapore, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 54.5% arrive on time at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Split up your Seoul to Singapore flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Gimpo International Airport and Singapore include:
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
From central Seoul, GMP is about 16 kilometres away. When working out the best way to get there, find out if public transport is an option or if driving is more convenient.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seoul to Singapore, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.94%.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Singapore, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Pick up a Changi International Airport rental car and discover Singapore and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Sixt and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Changi International Airport around two weeks ahead of your Seoul to Singapore flight.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Central Singapore is located around 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). After your flight from Seoul to Singapore has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to XSP. Tuck yourself in after your Seoul to Singapore flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Seoul to Singapore. April is the most popular month to visit Singapore. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Seoul 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).
Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Singapore in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from Seoul to Singapore, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Singapore to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Singapore.
