Flying from Seattle to Singapore: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Seattle. Check out your options departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) when reserving your flight from Seattle to Singapore.
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's major gateways.
The average duration of a direct Seattle to Singapore flight is 16 hours 35 minutes.
Singapore is 16 hours ahead of Seattle and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are five weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Seattle to Singapore is with Singapore Airlines at 10:15. Choose the first SEA to SIN departure with Singapore Airlines at 08:45 to make the most of your arrival in Singapore.
To ensure you board your Seattle to Singapore flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Jet off from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on a nonstop flight from Seattle to Singapore. From SEA, you can fly directly to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
Look out for deals with Singapore Airlines. This airline offers direct Seattle to Singapore plane tickets from SEA.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Seattle to Singapore flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Singapore or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
80% of flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SEA.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to central Singapore takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Singapore, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Pick up a Singapore Changi Airport rental car and discover Singapore and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Sixt and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Singapore Changi Airport about two weeks in advance of your Seattle to Singapore flight.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Once your flight from Seattle to Singapore has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is approximately 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near XSP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Seattle to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Singapore. June is the most popular month for a trip to Singapore. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
Book a Seattle to Singapore ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Singapore around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Singapore right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Singapore travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Merlion.