Flying from Singapore to London: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Singapore. Explore your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when organising your flight from Singapore to London.
Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also reach London through Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Hop on a direct Singapore to London flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 14 hours.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Singapore.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 49 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Singapore to London is with Qantas at 23:55. Go for the first SIN to LHR departure operated by Singapore Airlines at 01:10 to maximise your time in London.
Leave enough time to get on your Singapore to London flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. 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 Singapore to London
To secure cheap Singapore to London flights, reserve your trip eight months before your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Singapore to London is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Singapore to London flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Begin your journey at Changi International Airport (SIN), which offers multiple direct flights from Singapore to London. From SIN, you can fly nonstop to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Choose from a range of carriers offering direct Singapore to London plane tickets with departures from SIN, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Singapore to London flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Changi International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Changi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Singapore to London, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Changi International Airport's on-time performance, 68.95% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Singapore to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Follow your own route with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). As soon as your flight from Singapore to London has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to LGW. Kick back after your Singapore to London flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and set off in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Singapore to London.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel close to STN. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your Singapore to London flight:
Begin your journey without stressing over how to get to your next stop with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Singapore to London for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to London
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Singapore to London. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book a Singapore to London ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Singapore to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
After booking your flight from Singapore to London, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.













