Flying from Melbourne to Singapore: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Singapore jetting off from here.
Arrive in Singapore at Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Hop on a direct Melbourne to Singapore flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne.
With 69 weekly flights between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Melbourne to Singapore with Singapore Airlines at 00:35. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from MEL to SIN is with Singapore Airlines at 23:35.
Leave enough time to make your Melbourne to Singapore flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Singapore
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Singapore is C$166. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$332. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap Melbourne to Singapore flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Singapore is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Melbourne to Singapore.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Melbourne to Singapore flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're after a direct flight from Melbourne to Singapore, you can leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Travel from MEL to Changi International Airport (SIN) without making any stops.
These are some of the popular airlines offering direct Melbourne to Singapore plane tickets out of MEL:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Melbourne to Singapore flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Perth Airport (PER)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Singapore or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
67.71% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne to Singapore. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and explore beyond Singapore's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Changi International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is about 14 kilometres from central Singapore. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne to Singapore, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
After your flight from Melbourne to Singapore, kick back at a hotel near XSP. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Singapore, while April is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Singapore based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to Singapore ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Singapore around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Singapore, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are major attractions which should be on every Singapore itinerary.
