Flying from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN): What you need to know
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) leaving from here.
Around 10 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport flight.
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8, which is six hours ahead of Johannesburg. Singapore Changi Airport is located in Singapore.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. There are 12 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Singapore Airlines at 7:50pm. Choose the first JNB to SIN departure operated by Singapore Airlines at 1:45pm if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Your flight from Johannesburg to SIN won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like October, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
You can book a direct flight from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport with Singapore Airlines. This popular airline operates services from JNB.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Singapore Airlines from JNB to SIN.
Singapore Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to SIN leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
JNB is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to SIN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:
About Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near SIN and shut your eyes sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to central Singapore
Central Singapore is around 19 kms (12 miles) from Singapore Changi Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport is £290. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £457. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from Johannesburg to SIN by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for finding cheap Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Johannesburg to SIN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
February is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). Visit Singapore in September for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Johannesburg to SIN plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Singapore right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Singapore Changi Airport:
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