Travelling from Dubai to Singapore: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when reserving your flight from Dubai to Singapore.
Touch down in Singapore at Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Around 7 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Dubai to Singapore flight.
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8, which is four hours ahead of Dubai.
The most popular route for flights from Dubai to Singapore is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Changi International Airport (SIN). Choose from 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to SIN is the 02:30 Emirates service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:15 with Emirates.
To ensure you board your Dubai to Singapore flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Singapore
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Dubai to Singapore flights.
May is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Dubai to Singapore. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're after a direct flight from Dubai to Singapore, you can leave from Dubai Airport (DXB). Fly from DXB to Changi International Airport (SIN) in one continuous trip.
Secure your Dubai to Singapore plane tickets with Emirates. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from DXB.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Dubai to Singapore flights departing from Dubai Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Singapore, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Break up your Dubai to Singapore flight with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). A major stopover between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and Singapore, it's a great opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
DWC is around 40 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Singapore:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Singapore. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and explore beyond Singapore's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Changi International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Dubai to Singapore flight.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Once your flight from Dubai to Singapore has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is approximately 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near XSP. Kick back after your Dubai to Singapore flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
February is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Singapore, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Singapore based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Dubai to Singapore ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Singapore around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Singapore right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Singapore must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Singapore.
