Travelling from Chicago to Singapore: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Singapore. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Arrive in Singapore at Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Chicago to Singapore flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a peak month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Singapore
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Chicago to Singapore flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Chicago to Singapore flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Singapore or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Chicago to Singapore flight, browse these options when setting off from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Chicago to Singapore? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
The distance from Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Singapore, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Follow your own route with a Changi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and see more of Singapore and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Changi International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Central Singapore is around 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). After your flight from Chicago to Singapore has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take 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 Chicago to Singapore, rest your head at a hotel near XSP. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago to Singapore. April is the busiest month to visit Singapore. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Chicago to Singapore ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Singapore in January when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Singapore
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago 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 big attractions to add to your Singapore to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Universal Studios Singapore.
