Travelling from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to London: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London is 13 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is eight hours behind Singapore, where Singapore Changi Airport is located.
With 48 flights a week between the two airports, Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. Singapore Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:10. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from SIN to LHR is with Qantas at 23:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SIN to London flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like February? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Singapore Changi Airport to London ticket. Start your trip at SIN and land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Singapore Changi Airport to London. Book your ticket with one of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from SIN to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Singapore to SIN takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near SIN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights leaving Singapore Changi Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to London
R 4,487 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Singapore Changi Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 10,634. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book six months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SIN to London.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Singapore Changi Airport to London tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SIN to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your SIN to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your SIN to London flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks before your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London. July is the busiest month to travel to London. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Singapore Changi Airport to London plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SIN to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to London, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your London itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to check off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.