Travelling from Singapore to Tokyo: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Singapore. Explore your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when organising your flight from Singapore to Tokyo.
Hop off your plane in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Around 6 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Singapore to Tokyo flight.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo one hour ahead of Singapore.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 49 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Singapore to Tokyo is with Singapore Airlines at 22:50. Opt for the first SIN to HND departure with JAL at 01:50 to make the most of your first day in Tokyo.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Singapore to Tokyo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Tokyo
To snag cheap Singapore to Tokyo flights, reserve your journey one month before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Singapore to Tokyo. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can book a direct flight from Singapore to Tokyo jetting out of Changi International Airport (SIN). Set out from SIN and then fly into Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
There's a good selection of airlines that offer direct Singapore to Tokyo plane tickets out of SIN. Your next adventure starts with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Singapore to Tokyo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Changi International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
SIN is about 18 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Changi International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Changi International Airport, 68.95% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Singapore to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your Singapore to Tokyo flight.
HND is situated at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Singapore to Tokyo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Singapore to Tokyo:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the most popular month for flights from Singapore to Tokyo. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Tokyo in February.
Book a Singapore to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Singapore to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Singapore to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top sights which should feature on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Osaka is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without visiting Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.