In case anyone is stressing, I just did the Sydney to Phuket flight via Singapore with only 1 hour layover between flights My flight was even 5 minutes late and it was SO easy that I was waiting at the next gate for over 30 minutes The transit train between terminals is can’t miss as soon as you exit your flight The wait was like 1 minute and trip just a few minutes The walk to my gate was the longest part which was about 5 minutes but all clearly marked Don’t stress (like me) it’s very easy
@@pineappleburger7281 trust me, I’m the type of person to stress in advance over every detail and I was really worried. Believe me when I say it was EXTREMELY easy. Put it this way, you’d have to be drunk and have a really low IQ to mess it up, so don’t stress (unless those apply to you 🤣)
i am about to book flights Sydney to phuket via singapore myself and there is a 55 min connection option, which makes me nervous as it connects with the last flight to phuket for the day. if we miss that due to delays, we miss a day in phuket! part of me feels more comfortable doing around a 2 hour connection.
This is exactly what we are after. Never been to SIN before, and we're transiting through there from Aus to Spain on SIA in a few months. Thanks very much.
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Good guide. I like the security procedure at Changi. Often at other airports you do the transfer security check then another security/bag check at the gate, particularly for flight to Australia and the USA. The Changi way is far less stressful, and gives arriving passengers access to all the shops and even gives final destination passengers a chance to grab a coffee before immigration and collecting your bag if Changi is your destination.
I prefer it as well. I hate airports like LHR where you have to go trough security first before you are even able to figure out if your connecting plane is stil there. My transfers at Changi have always been relaxed even though connection was tight.
Thank you so much not only for posting the video, but for answering the questions below. I was stressing, but seeing your response to similar questions has me more relaxed I am flying Sydney to Phuket via Singapore and have just 1 hour layover, I was worried I would need to run to make it, but from what you described it shouldn't be too hard. I don't know what terminal I will land in, but I know my connecting flight is in terminal 2. I assume no matter which terminal I land in, I should be able to walk to terminal 2 in less than 20 minutes? (I prefer to walk than take the train)
We are flying into Terminal 3 and have a 2 hr layover and then flying out of Terminal 1. Do you think we would have enough time to go and see the Jewel.
Hi! I'll be traveling to Bahamas from the Philippines. I will be transiting through Singapore and London via British Airways on the same day to reach Bahamas. However, my ticket from Singapore-London, and London-Bahamas were purchased separately. Do i have to get my onward flight ticket to the transfer desk or I really have to get it at the airlines check-in counter?
WOAH!! I bet you were glad of a proper sit down after all that walking. ITS ENORMOUS- I’m transiting through next year on route to Bali wish me luck! 😅
Hey , just found your message, going to bali in a few month . 1,5 hrs to switch airlines and flights for us. How did it go for you ??? I’m wondering if company A transfers lugguage to company B or if i need to do everything like immigration and stuff to pick lugguage, drop it again , and pass again sécurity…
You can walk between terminals except to/from T4 airside. One upside of it is it logistically allows arriving passengers to use the same airside facilities (e.g. shops, restaurants) as departing passengers before proceeding to passport control. It avoids having to allocate another floor to each group of passengers. However, the downside is the area before the entrance of the gate could get pretty crowded. Queues aren't a pretty scene at Changi. T4 though follows many other airports whereby security check is immediately after bag drop or passport control.
T4 is also separated from the other 3 terminals and you would need a bus to go there (when transferring flights). As it is standing alone it made sense for them to incorporate the security control differently.
@@FlightBlog What is unclear though is if one is able to travel between the airside portions of T1/2/3 and T4 if one wants to use the facilities found only in the other terminal.
@@paololim3513 Yes, you can move between airside portions of the main Terminal and Terminal 4. You will see the signage for the bus to T4 all over the main Terminal.
@@FlightBlog, so it means one can go shopping at T4 even if one has a flight at T1 or vice versa? It is just that those who wish to see T4 before their T1 flight will need to suffer the hassle of going through security twice?
My flight from dubai will transit in singapore for 1 hour, and the final destination is malaysia. I was a bit worried thinking about the time frame and also ny lugagae. Is booked under the same ticket and airline. Do you think 1 hour is enough to transfer my lugage to the final destination? Any idea which terminal i will land from dubai?
I'm worry not to be able to get back into Terminal3 after getting out from transit area to visit jewel .What should I do?What do i have to face when i back from jewel to Terminal 3? This is my first time plz.
Thanks for the video, once in the pen area is any ability to purchase bottled water before the flight? Assuming I can not buy it airside and then take it through the gate security. It kind of looks messy to be honest, and disappointing there is no priority line into the security as other airports have. Really appreciate the video.
There is no shop in that holding pen. But toilets are available. The water in Singapore is potable. So if all fials and you really need water right now you could do that. You could also wait until everyone has already passed the security check. It is open just until doors of the aircraft are being closed du to passengers transferring from other flight.
Are your flights on the same ticket? If not you need to collect from the transfer desk. I didn’t see any QR scanners on my flights this week. Just normal boarding pass scanners at the gate.
May I ask what happen about CHECK IN ARRIVAL - you are in T3 talking about locations of Airline Lounges. Do I have to check into ARRIVALS - Sorry you lost me I'm 75 year old please help. I watched the Video again and you mentioned following the Arrival sign, but you do not say or show if you went through Arrival Check?
Hi just wondering, Is 1 hour and 10 minutes of layover time enough from Singapore to Sydney for 1st-time travelers? my flight from Dhaka to Singapore, then Singapore to Sydney using the same airline (Singapore Airlines).
If I arrive from Brisbane and have catch another flight to Thailand. Do I have to go through Arrival, Immigration Security etc. I will be at Changi maybe 2-3 hours. Your Advice would be warranted Please!
Great walk through video. I am going crazy trying to find the transfer counter in T3. Need to know exactly where to go if my inbound SIA flight lands to late to catch my outbound SIA flight. The location of the transfer desk is a mystery. btw I always try to board quickly in case the overheads fill too quickly :)
Thanks for the clear and informative clipping, my family and I are transiting in Singapore to Japan soon in a couple of weeks time… there will be an 8 hrs long transit. ( from 2000 to 0600)😢., trying to book an airport hotel for 1 night but keeps getting no avail (online booking).. wonder if I can get some tips from you… if there is any transit lounge or baggage storage .. so that I can roam around easier without the big luggages.. thanks in advance
I feel your pain on the airport hotels prices. I did the same for my flight in 2 weeks. But luckily you can find baggage storage at Changi. Currently only open at Terminal 3, open from 7 AM to 10 PM: www.changiairport.com/en/airport-guide/facilities-and-services/baggage-storage.html
Hi there. Very good video. I land with my wife and 2 kids from Manchester into T3 Changi at scheduled time of 7.55am. We then have a connecting flight to Bangkok from T2 at 9.35am (was 9.45 but they moved it forward slightly). Assuming it lands on time is 1hr 40mins enough time to connect to our next flight? Thanks
You could go and eat in a restaurant for an hour and still have enough time for that transfer. Unless you are 2 hours delayed I would not sweat it. And even if, you will be put on the next flight which probably will leave soon after. There are at least 3 more flights to BKK after yours. So just relax and enjoy your trip :)
I arrive in Changi go to Arrivals then you suggest Skytrain how to I pay for that? My flight will be to Bangkok. I'll end up getting bloody lost I'm 74
in november i fly from madrid to singapore and then take a flight with air asia to bali. From terminal 1 I have to go to terminal 4, I don't go through any control? I have 3 hours since I arrive at terminal 1 to get to t4. I won't have a problem right? greetings and thanks for answering 😊
I doubt that your air asia flight is on the same ticket as your singapore airlines flight. So you would need to collect your baggage in Singapore and check in again with air asia. If you are flying woth carry on only you dont have to worry about that. Have you ticket from air asia ready when checkin in at Madrid as proof that you have an onwards connection.
What if I belong to a visa-required country & arrive at T1 with only cabin luggage, but have an Air Asia flight to Bali from T4. Would I be allowed to transit without a visa? Or they'll ask for immigration and recheck-in for air asia as my country is not visa free.
I’ll let you know in 3 weeks when I fly Seattle to Singapore to Bangkok on Singapore airlines. The only thing that I’m concerned about is having 12 lawn sprinkler heads in it going through security. The TSA in the U.S. has already told me that they would be no problem. There is no way in advance to find out if rhe same is true in Singapore (Changi).
Normally bags will be scanned at airports when in transit. Changi is no exception. But also they will see that they are either plastic or metal. In doubt they will open the suitcase and check (without you being around). If I were you I wouldnt worry. I personally had multiple metals cans with sausages and cold meat in my suitcase never had I ever a problem with that.
Hii we plan to go bali to singapore for 3 days.and then going to malaysia or thailand. So we got our country that we used brand cigarettes of 2 cartons.i just wondering when i arrive to singapore can i drop it off to transit area luggage storage office.( inside backpack) and then 3 days later when we fly before the flight time , i take it again. You know its forbidden and also have to pay tax. i dont want to pay and i need also my cigaretes. What u think do u have any advice for me. Thank you
Sadly there is no storage facility for your backpack. You can buy cigarettes in Singapore for your personal consumption and when you leave at duty free. As far as I know you cannot bring in any cigarettes into Singapore.
There used to be a luggage storage facility (hope still there) just to the right of escalators that go to immigration behind a shop, it is marked. Very handy.
Ps I meant to say terminal 2. Where the left carry on baggage can be left. On upper level just before escalators. Right there behind a shop. I have used it before.
So Helpful - If I arrive from Brisbane. Australia is it normal to arrive at Terminal 1. And I have Transfer to depart to Thailand is that normally Terminal 3. Thank You.
Hi I have a flight coming in few months, and my flight is between two different airline, but will be transferring through Changi. Is the transfer desk located in the transit area or do I need to go through immigration?
The transit desk is within transit area. You do not need to leave through immigration unless both flights are on the same ticket. May I ask with whom you are flying and if both flights are on the same ticket?
@@FlightBlog thank you for replying! It is under the same travel itinerary, I've booked it through Qatar Airways, but I am flying with two different airlines, one being Royal Brunei Airline, to Singapore. And the rest with Qatar Airways. RBA have agreement with Qatar Airways I believe, im just curious if there is a case where I won't have a boarding pass. Is it easy to find the transit desk?
I have a question, please answer me... So if the both of flight have a same ticket of scoot airlines ticket, arrived for transit and departure to the other flight is same ticket in terminal 1, do i have to enter imigrasi or not? Thank you for your answer...
Hi, Im flying from Dubai to Perth via Singapore (lay over 4 hours) (not transit) Its a self transfer so need to claim and recheck in my luggage. Passing immigration/security, Do I need a visa in Singapore?? currently holding Australian visit visa.
I don't think is a good idea with security check for the each and every gate individually, was good to be a general big security check for each different terminal.
Hi ! I’m flying to New Zealand from London ( with Singapore Airlines ) passing through Singapore. I’m worried because my layover in Singapore is just 1hr 10 min. I don’t know which terminal I’ll arrive but I have to go T3. How long does it take for you to get T3 and your gate? Thanks so much
No need to worry at all. Unless your inbound flight is hours late. Even 30 minutes connections can easily be done. Check on the entertainment system if there is gate information for your departing flight available. If your flight is behind schedule ask the flight attendant for information. SIA flight attendants are extremely helpful.
@@FlightBlog thanks for you reply! My flight is in 2 days and I still have a question if in my case have to do check in at counter. It would mean that I have to transit zone or can I make it still without passing security and passport control?
Hi, I am traveling from BLR - Bangalore (Indigo or Singapore Airlines) to Singapore and connecting flight to New Zealand. Terminals and flights need to be changed for connecting flight. *I want to know :* I need to self transfer and recheck baggage at Singapore airport. Do I need a visa? Can I collect my luggage at SIN airport and board another flight without immigration check? Or Do I have to go through immigration check at SIN airport for self transfer? I have 2 different PNR flight tickets. I have to take boarding pass again at Singapore airport.
Hi, I just have a doubt about walkingt from the T3 to T 1 - connecting flights fron Singapur to Australia. What do you recommend I do if I have little time?
Just take the Skytrain and move swiftly but dont run. All flights are planned according to MCT (minimum connection time). If you are way to late you will miss the flight anyway. But then you will know this probably already before your incomming flight has landed.
Hey can U please clarify my doubt... I have booked my flight from chennai to melbourne via changi airport. I. Will be arriving to terminal 2 in changi airport by indigo. I have to board a flight in terminal 1 which is qantas... So can u please tell me if i need to take singapore visa to catch the connecting flight
Hi can you please tell if you needed a visa? I will face the exactly similar scenario. I have a flight on 6th July from India to China which has a layover of 5 hours at Singapore changi airport. My arrival terminal is T2 and departure terminal is T3. My flight from Bombay to Changi airport is by Air Asia and from Changi airport to China is by China Eastern Airlines. Do I need a transit visa for this layover in Singapore?
Hi Thanks for a great video. Do we need a transit visa to transit among terminals? I am travelling from India to Bali via Changi at T1 and have to catch flight at T4. We have tickets with different PNR. Will I be needing transit visa, as I carry only cabin luggage?
Hi , I have the same question. What happened to you? Did you carry a Singapore Visa or they allowed to transit without one? I'm travelling on Sept 2nd week & the authorities have not given a concrete reply yet.
My question is for @InduThangamuthu . I have 2 pnrs and arriving in T1 , departing for Bali from T4. Carrying only cabin luggage. Did you need transit visa or they allowed to travel without one?
Transit areas is restricted to those boarding a connected flight seriously & if you treat it like a transport Interchange then you'll either pay a $1000 sgd fine or a 2 year in bars.
Hi, I am traveling from BLR - Bangalore (Indigo or Singapore Airlines) to Singapore and connecting flight to New Zealand. Terminals and flights need to be changed for connecting flight. *I want to know :* I need to self transfer and recheck baggage at Singapore airport. Do I need a visa? Can I collect my luggage at SIN airport and board another flight without immigration check? Or Do I have to go through immigration check at SIN airport for self transfer? I have 2 different PNR flight tickets. I have to take boarding pass again at Singapore airport.
Yes, you would need to do that. If you are flying with Singapore Airlines or Star Alliance Partners all the way you can ask to interline your baggage at first checkin to your final destination.
If you need to exit and claim your baggage you always have to pass immigration. I don’t know any international airport where this is not the case. If you are flying with Star Alliance Airlines all the way you can ask to interline your baggage at original check in
I'm flying from Johannesburg to Singapore, then connecting to Sydney next month. Our connecting flight is 55min after we land. I'm concerned that I'm not going to make it.. 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️...Some advice?
55 minutes is easy enough. Just look at the board for your next gate. As security is done at the gate you do not have to worry to be held up at transfer security. I did a 60 minute transfer this week and had 20 to spare before boarding even begun. Just relax , it will be fine ☺️
@@FlightBlog Same here, I have 50 minutes transit time from changi to Heathrow next month 🤦 I'm worried about that, so thanks for the answer, thanks for the video.
I have a layover at Changi for 11 hours and have to go from terminal 1 to terminal 3 .. would i require a singapore transit visa. Help is much appreciated ive been troubled by several opinions by several travel agents
You don't need a visa to go between terminals.. All terminals are connected .. But if you need to recheck your luggage for your connecting flight then you have to clear immigrations for that you need a visa
just a suggestion... since you have 11 hours layover and if you've never been to Singapore.. you can go on a free singapore tour if you'd like.. you need a visa for that
@@Seohyun7 hey buddy thanks for your suggestion. I indeed did need a singapore visa and id not prefer to take a tour since im a first time traveller and i would be nervous about missing my flight ... id consider exploring the airport but thankyou so much for the help and the suggestion🌻
@@hrishikeshdesurkar10 hey brother i have a layover at changi airport for 12 hours. I'm flying Singapore airlines and i called their customer service but it couldn't be of any help. How can i get to know if i need a transit visa?
@@chistiyashaikh7340 hi Chistiya ... basically if you need to collect your bags and re check in it again for your next flight after your lay over then youd need a transit visa. But if your airline is transferring your bag between flights then you dont need it as youll never have to go through immigration. The time of layover isnt a big deal according to me. But firstly check on ICA website or Singapore airports website secondly call Singapore airlines and ask them if youre still in doubt
@@cristinegolosino6391 well you can't predict the terminal in Changi before.. during checkin the gate of connecting flight will be mentioned... Gate A and B is in Terminal 3, Gate C and D is in Terminal 1 , Gate E and F is in Terminal 2 and Gate G is in Terminal 4
@Mialouiise Suggestion: use the pause button whenever text on screen appears, then read it at your leisure, then press to unpause and continue and repeat this process as needed 😊
My opinion using Singapore Facilities and flying Singapore Airlines and paying for Business Class I should not have que up like you did - What a bloody Joke?
In case anyone is stressing, I just did the Sydney to Phuket flight via Singapore with only 1 hour layover between flights
My flight was even 5 minutes late and it was SO easy that I was waiting at the next gate for over 30 minutes
The transit train between terminals is can’t miss as soon as you exit your flight
The wait was like 1 minute and trip just a few minutes
The walk to my gate was the longest part which was about 5 minutes but all clearly marked
Don’t stress (like me) it’s very easy
Your comment kinda relieved me lol
@@pineappleburger7281 trust me, I’m the type of person to stress in advance over every detail and I was really worried. Believe me when I say it was EXTREMELY easy.
Put it this way, you’d have to be drunk and have a really low IQ to mess it up, so don’t stress (unless those apply to you 🤣)
Thankyou, your affirmation comment has revealed me too, i was also very anxious because of my 1 hour layover, you have relieved me brother.
@@thetravvism 😳👍
i am about to book flights Sydney to phuket via singapore myself and there is a 55 min connection option, which makes me nervous as it connects with the last flight to phuket for the day. if we miss that due to delays, we miss a day in phuket! part of me feels more comfortable doing around a 2 hour connection.
Thank you for this video.A group of us are flying SIA to Australia and this guide will of much help. Cheers
This is exactly what we are after. Never been to SIN before, and we're transiting through there from Aus to Spain on SIA in a few months. Thanks very much.
I’m doing a transit to Europe in late 2023 with a shortish layover. I haven’t transited Changi for about 20 years. This video was super helpful.
Thank you so much for the vid, the explanation/information is top notch, very easy to understand especially for inexperienced travellers.
Thank you for the feedback ☺️
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Hey can u please tell me if we need to go through immigration stuff to catch a connecting flight in terminal 1 from terminal 2
This was the video I have been looking for! Thanks a lot !
C-D gates are in Terminal 1
A-B gates are in Terminal 3
E-F gates are in Terminal 2
Thanks for your info
Good guide.
I like the security procedure at Changi. Often at other airports you do the transfer security check then another security/bag check at the gate, particularly for flight to Australia and the USA.
The Changi way is far less stressful, and gives arriving passengers access to all the shops and even gives final destination passengers a chance to grab a coffee before immigration and collecting your bag if Changi is your destination.
I prefer it as well. I hate airports like LHR where you have to go trough security first before you are even able to figure out if your connecting plane is stil there. My transfers at Changi have always been relaxed even though connection was tight.
if you're traveling with the same airline, do they transfer your checked bag to the next flight without collecting it again?
Thank you so much not only for posting the video, but for answering the questions below. I was stressing, but seeing your response to similar questions has me more relaxed
I am flying Sydney to Phuket via Singapore and have just 1 hour layover, I was worried I would need to run to make it, but from what you described it shouldn't be too hard.
I don't know what terminal I will land in, but I know my connecting flight is in terminal 2.
I assume no matter which terminal I land in, I should be able to walk to terminal 2 in less than 20 minutes? (I prefer to walk than take the train)
What about if you have checked luggage, do you need to go and collect it and come back? Or will the ground staff put it on the new aircraft?
Excellent efforts to make video and share it ! Thanks 👍👍
Is there any need of transit visa when you’ve to take connected flight from T-3 after arriving at T-1 if you have pakistani passport?
Thanks to Changi airport staff's, very nice service, we are very proud of their respective to the people.
We are flying into Terminal 3 and have a 2 hr layover and then flying out of Terminal 1. Do you think we would have enough time to go and see the Jewel.
Hi! I'll be traveling to Bahamas from the Philippines. I will be transiting through Singapore and London via British Airways on the same day to reach Bahamas. However, my ticket from Singapore-London, and London-Bahamas were purchased separately. Do i have to get my onward flight ticket to the transfer desk or I really have to get it at the airlines check-in counter?
I want ask 1 thing my arrival would be at terminal 3 and how far is departure area in terminal 3
WOAH!! I bet you were glad of a proper sit down after all that walking. ITS ENORMOUS- I’m transiting through next year on route to Bali wish me luck! 😅
Hey , just found your message, going to bali in a few month . 1,5 hrs to switch airlines and flights for us. How did it go for you ???
I’m wondering if company A transfers lugguage to company B or if i need to do everything like immigration and stuff to pick lugguage, drop it again , and pass again sécurity…
You can walk between terminals except to/from T4 airside.
One upside of it is it logistically allows arriving passengers to use the same airside facilities (e.g. shops, restaurants) as departing passengers before proceeding to passport control. It avoids having to allocate another floor to each group of passengers.
However, the downside is the area before the entrance of the gate could get pretty crowded. Queues aren't a pretty scene at Changi.
T4 though follows many other airports whereby security check is immediately after bag drop or passport control.
T4 is also separated from the other 3 terminals and you would need a bus to go there (when transferring flights). As it is standing alone it made sense for them to incorporate the security control differently.
@@FlightBlog What is unclear though is if one is able to travel between the airside portions of T1/2/3 and T4 if one wants to use the facilities found only in the other terminal.
@@paololim3513 Yes, you can move between airside portions of the main Terminal and Terminal 4. You will see the signage for the bus to T4 all over the main Terminal.
@@FlightBlog, so it means one can go shopping at T4 even if one has a flight at T1 or vice versa? It is just that those who wish to see T4 before their T1 flight will need to suffer the hassle of going through security twice?
My flight from dubai will transit in singapore for 1 hour, and the final destination is malaysia. I was a bit worried thinking about the time frame and also ny lugagae. Is booked under the same ticket and airline. Do you think 1 hour is enough to transfer my lugage to the final destination? Any idea which terminal i will land from dubai?
I'm worry not to be able to get back into Terminal3 after getting out from transit area to visit jewel .What should I do?What do i have to face when i back from jewel to Terminal 3? This is my first time plz.
If security is at the gate, does this mean you can’t take a drink with you on the flight that you purchased in the airport ?
What's your opinion best single window seat & Double a350-900
Me and my mom we will go to Singapore in next year on March and at start is that Aerodrom right?
I have flight from delhi to phillipines by Singapore different airlines can mt language is automatically transferred
Look Very beautifull Changi airport So Very big and nice view
Thanks for the video, once in the pen area is any ability to purchase bottled water before the flight? Assuming I can not buy it airside and then take it through the gate security. It kind of looks messy to be honest, and disappointing there is no priority line into the security as other airports have. Really appreciate the video.
There is no shop in that holding pen. But toilets are available. The water in Singapore is potable. So if all fials and you really need water right now you could do that. You could also wait until everyone has already passed the security check. It is open just until doors of the aircraft are being closed du to passengers transferring from other flight.
THANKS FOR YOUR ADVICE,... REGARDS,
Do we have to collect the boarding card for transit? If so can you please say how? People told me about some QR scanners do you know what is it for ?
Are your flights on the same ticket? If not you need to collect from the transfer desk. I didn’t see any QR scanners on my flights this week. Just normal boarding pass scanners at the gate.
Excellent ve4 unique video...keep up the good work
Thank you :)
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When is your flight
May I ask what happen about CHECK IN ARRIVAL - you are in T3 talking about locations of Airline Lounges. Do I have to check into ARRIVALS - Sorry you lost me I'm 75 year old please help. I watched the Video again and you mentioned following the Arrival sign, but you do not say or show if you went through Arrival Check?
Hi just wondering, Is 1 hour and 10 minutes of layover time enough from Singapore to Sydney for 1st-time travelers? my flight from Dhaka to Singapore, then Singapore to Sydney using the same airline (Singapore Airlines).
How was your experience?
Was that enough?
If I arrive from Brisbane and have catch another flight to Thailand. Do I have to go through Arrival, Immigration Security etc. I will be at Changi maybe 2-3 hours. Your Advice would be warranted Please!
Great walk through video. I am going crazy trying to find the transfer counter in T3. Need to know exactly where to go if my inbound SIA flight lands to late to catch my outbound SIA flight. The location of the transfer desk is a mystery. btw I always try to board quickly in case the overheads fill too quickly :)
Can we take our language at Singapore and bording to next flight by self ... Can we go through immigration??? Pls explain
Thanks for the clear and informative clipping, my family and I are transiting in Singapore to Japan soon in a couple of weeks time… there will be an 8 hrs long transit. ( from 2000 to 0600)😢., trying to book an airport hotel for 1 night but keeps getting no avail (online booking).. wonder if I can get some tips from you… if there is any transit lounge or baggage storage .. so that I can roam around easier without the big luggages.. thanks in advance
I feel your pain on the airport hotels prices. I did the same for my flight in 2 weeks. But luckily you can find baggage storage at Changi. Currently only open at Terminal 3, open from 7 AM to 10 PM: www.changiairport.com/en/airport-guide/facilities-and-services/baggage-storage.html
Hi there. Very good video. I land with my wife and 2 kids from Manchester into T3 Changi at scheduled time of 7.55am. We then have a connecting flight to Bangkok from T2 at 9.35am (was 9.45 but they moved it forward slightly). Assuming it lands on time is 1hr 40mins enough time to connect to our next flight? Thanks
You could go and eat in a restaurant for an hour and still have enough time for that transfer. Unless you are 2 hours delayed I would not sweat it. And even if, you will be put on the next flight which probably will leave soon after. There are at least 3 more flights to BKK after yours. So just relax and enjoy your trip :)
@@FlightBlog Thanks for your response. That’s reassuring and much appreciated that you took the time to update me. Have a nice break!
I arrive in Changi go to Arrivals then you suggest Skytrain how to I pay for that? My flight will be to Bangkok. I'll end up getting bloody lost I'm 74
For a 1st time traveller it looks very confusing?
in november i fly from madrid to singapore and then take a flight with air asia to bali. From terminal 1 I have to go to terminal 4, I don't go through any control? I have 3 hours since I arrive at terminal 1 to get to t4. I won't have a problem right? greetings and thanks for answering 😊
I doubt that your air asia flight is on the same ticket as your singapore airlines flight. So you would need to collect your baggage in Singapore and check in again with air asia. If you are flying woth carry on only you dont have to worry about that. Have you ticket from air asia ready when checkin in at Madrid as proof that you have an onwards connection.
What if I belong to a visa-required country & arrive at T1 with only cabin luggage, but have an Air Asia flight to Bali from T4. Would I be allowed to transit without a visa? Or they'll ask for immigration and recheck-in for air asia as my country is not visa free.
May i ask, if the transit time is about 12 hours and am i able to out from airport? Or must stay within while waiting next flight?
For which airport are you asking? And what is your nationality? ☺️
@@FlightBlog if i am form a visa-free country, can i go out from airport?
You can leave, but dont forget to complete the e-arrival card before arrival. You can do that up to 3 days in advance.
i have flight conecting with the same airline but the time only 50 minutes , its enough to the next flight?
tankyou
Thats easily enough :)
going from terminal 1 to 3 how long in time did it take thanks
About 10 to 20 minutes.
I’ll let you know in 3 weeks when I fly Seattle to Singapore to Bangkok on Singapore airlines. The only thing that I’m concerned about is having 12 lawn sprinkler heads in it going through security. The TSA in the U.S. has already told me that they would be no problem. There is no way in advance to find out if rhe same is true in Singapore (Changi).
Normally bags will be scanned at airports when in transit. Changi is no exception. But also they will see that they are either plastic or metal. In doubt they will open the suitcase and check (without you being around). If I were you I wouldnt worry. I personally had multiple metals cans with sausages and cold meat in my suitcase never had I ever a problem with that.
If you have carry on baggage, do you need to recheck it when at singapore
if you mean recheck security then yes. Thats done at the gate. If that doesnt answer your question please elaborate :)
@@FlightBlog thanks,I had to check my bags, planning on visiting for 3 weeks
If your flights are on the same ticket (connecting flight) then you do not need to re-check your bags again.
If you mean put it in the hold, well that depends more on the policy of your airline. If they are under the same ticket, then probably not.
I will fly and transfer there next week. In your video, it mean that passports control n check at departure gate right ?
Yes, thats correct. Security checks are at the gate.
Thank you for all the useful information. I will be sure to watch this again before my flighs via Singapore in a few months time.
Hii we plan to go bali to singapore for 3 days.and then going to malaysia or thailand. So we got our country that we used brand cigarettes of 2 cartons.i just wondering when i arrive to singapore can i drop it off to transit area luggage storage office.( inside backpack) and then 3 days later when we fly before the flight time , i take it again. You know its forbidden and also have to pay tax. i dont want to pay and i need also my cigaretes. What u think do u have any advice for me. Thank you
Sadly there is no storage facility for your backpack. You can buy cigarettes in Singapore for your personal consumption and when you leave at duty free. As far as I know you cannot bring in any cigarettes into Singapore.
There used to be a luggage storage facility (hope still there) just to the right of escalators that go to immigration behind a shop, it is marked. Very handy.
I might have a chance in November this year to check for that. Thanks for the hint. If all goes well I will also produce an updated video.
Ps I meant to say terminal 2. Where the left carry on baggage can be left. On upper level just before escalators. Right there behind a shop. I have used it before.
So Helpful - If I arrive from Brisbane. Australia is it normal to arrive at Terminal 1. And I have Transfer to depart to Thailand is that normally Terminal 3. Thank You.
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Hi I have a flight coming in few months, and my flight is between two different airline, but will be transferring through Changi. Is the transfer desk located in the transit area or do I need to go through immigration?
The transit desk is within transit area. You do not need to leave through immigration unless both flights are on the same ticket. May I ask with whom you are flying and if both flights are on the same ticket?
@@FlightBlog thank you for replying! It is under the same travel itinerary, I've booked it through Qatar Airways, but I am flying with two different airlines, one being Royal Brunei Airline, to Singapore. And the rest with Qatar Airways. RBA have agreement with Qatar Airways I believe, im just curious if there is a case where I won't have a boarding pass. Is it easy to find the transit desk?
I have a question, please answer me...
So if the both of flight have a same ticket of scoot airlines ticket, arrived for transit and departure to the other flight is same ticket in terminal 1, do i have to enter imigrasi or not? Thank you for your answer...
If you are transiting do you need to go through security??
Yes but as the video mentions, only the security at your flight gate
No Transit Visa required, right? f we are just having transfer flight and we stay within Changi Airport
That depends on your nationality but for most nationalities there is no transit visa required.
Hi, Im flying from Dubai to Perth via Singapore (lay over 4 hours) (not transit)
Its a self transfer so need to claim and recheck in my luggage. Passing immigration/security, Do I need a visa in Singapore??
currently holding Australian visit visa.
I think if you don't plan on leaving the airport, you won't need a visa.
can we look around the shops without passing throught immigration?
If you mean from landslide (Singapore) then it is not possible. Only when you are „air side“ you can visit these shops.
I don't think is a good idea with security check for the each and every gate individually, was good to be a general big security check for each different terminal.
Hi ! I’m flying to New Zealand from London ( with Singapore Airlines ) passing through Singapore. I’m worried because my layover in Singapore is just 1hr 10 min. I don’t know which terminal I’ll arrive but I have to go T3. How long does it take for you to get T3 and your gate?
Thanks so much
No need to worry at all. Unless your inbound flight is hours late. Even 30 minutes connections can easily be done. Check on the entertainment system if there is gate information for your departing flight available. If your flight is behind schedule ask the flight attendant for information. SIA flight attendants are extremely helpful.
@@FlightBlog thanks for you reply! My flight is in 2 days and I still have a question if in my case have to do check in at counter. It would mean that I have to transit zone or can I make it still without passing security and passport control?
Should we take our bagage and then bring to deparature terminal?
Hi,
I am traveling from BLR - Bangalore (Indigo or Singapore Airlines) to Singapore and connecting flight to New Zealand.
Terminals and flights need to be changed for connecting flight.
*I want to know :*
I need to self transfer and recheck baggage at Singapore airport.
Do I need a visa?
Can I collect my luggage at SIN airport and board another flight without immigration check?
Or
Do I have to go through immigration check at SIN airport for self transfer?
I have 2 different PNR flight tickets.
I have to take boarding pass again at Singapore airport.
@@Desitravellady .i travelled from Bangalore to Auckland via Hongkong. Cathay pacific airlines
Hi, I just have a doubt about walkingt from the T3 to T 1 - connecting flights fron Singapur to Australia.
What do you recommend I do if I have little time?
Just take the Skytrain and move swiftly but dont run. All flights are planned according to MCT (minimum connection time). If you are way to late you will miss the flight anyway. But then you will know this probably already before your incomming flight has landed.
Hey can U please clarify my doubt... I have booked my flight from chennai to melbourne via changi airport. I. Will be arriving to terminal 2 in changi airport by indigo. I have to board a flight in terminal 1 which is qantas... So can u please tell me if i need to take singapore visa to catch the connecting flight
Hi can you please tell if you needed a visa? I will face the exactly similar scenario. I have a flight on 6th July from India to China which has a layover of 5 hours at Singapore changi airport. My arrival terminal is T2 and departure terminal is T3. My flight from Bombay to Changi airport is by Air Asia and from Changi airport to China is by China Eastern Airlines. Do I need a transit visa for this layover in Singapore?
@@jewelmahajan460 Do you have to check in you luggage again in singapore
Hi Thanks for a great video.
Do we need a transit visa to transit among terminals? I am travelling from India to Bali via Changi at T1 and have to catch flight at T4. We have tickets with different PNR. Will I be needing transit visa, as I carry only cabin luggage?
You usually only need a visa if you’re leaving the airport
Hi , I have the same question. What happened to you? Did you carry a Singapore Visa or they allowed to transit without one? I'm travelling on Sept 2nd week & the authorities have not given a concrete reply yet.
@@eternalsunshine13 I did it a few weeks ago, just stayed at my terminal didn’t leave the airport. No visa required
My question is for @InduThangamuthu . I have 2 pnrs and arriving in T1 , departing for Bali from T4. Carrying only cabin luggage. Did you need transit visa or they allowed to travel without one?
@@eternalsunshine13 you wouldn’t need a visa for this, no
Transit areas is restricted to those boarding a connected flight seriously & if you treat it like a transport Interchange then you'll either pay a $1000 sgd fine or a 2 year in bars.
I keep watching but you do not help me with my questions / comments WHY
Hi,
I am traveling from BLR - Bangalore (Indigo or Singapore Airlines) to Singapore and connecting flight to New Zealand.
Terminals and flights need to be changed for connecting flight.
*I want to know :*
I need to self transfer and recheck baggage at Singapore airport.
Do I need a visa?
Can I collect my luggage at SIN airport and board another flight without immigration check?
Or
Do I have to go through immigration check at SIN airport for self transfer?
I have 2 different PNR flight tickets.
I have to take boarding pass again at Singapore airport.
hey, I am in a similar situation. Did you need to clear immigration for baggage recheck with different airlines?
Yes, you would need to do that. If you are flying with Singapore Airlines or Star Alliance Partners all the way you can ask to interline your baggage at first checkin to your final destination.
If you need to exit and claim your baggage you always have to pass immigration. I don’t know any international airport where this is not the case. If you are flying with Star Alliance Airlines all the way you can ask to interline your baggage at original check in
got it thanks. I am arriving by ANA and departing via Indigo.
I'm flying from Johannesburg to Singapore, then connecting to Sydney next month. Our connecting flight is 55min after we land. I'm concerned that I'm not going to make it.. 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️...Some advice?
55 minutes is easy enough. Just look at the board for your next gate. As security is done at the gate you do not have to worry to be held up at transfer security. I did a 60 minute transfer this week and had 20 to spare before boarding even begun. Just relax , it will be fine ☺️
@Flight Blog Thanks Mate. That really helps... I've just subscribed to your channel as well👍🏻👍🏻
@@FlightBlog Same here, I have 50 minutes transit time from changi to Heathrow next month 🤦 I'm worried about that, so thanks for the answer, thanks for the video.
Which boarding gate to Heathrow Airports Which terminal??
I have a layover at Changi for 11 hours and have to go from terminal 1 to terminal 3 .. would i require a singapore transit visa. Help is much appreciated ive been troubled by several opinions by several travel agents
You don't need a visa to go between terminals.. All terminals are connected .. But if you need to recheck your luggage for your connecting flight then you have to clear immigrations for that you need a visa
just a suggestion... since you have 11 hours layover and if you've never been to Singapore.. you can go on a free singapore tour if you'd like.. you need a visa for that
@@Seohyun7 hey buddy thanks for your suggestion. I indeed did need a singapore visa and id not prefer to take a tour since im a first time traveller and i would be nervous about missing my flight ... id consider exploring the airport but thankyou so much for the help and the suggestion🌻
@@hrishikeshdesurkar10 hey brother i have a layover at changi airport for 12 hours. I'm flying Singapore airlines and i called their customer service but it couldn't be of any help. How can i get to know if i need a transit visa?
@@chistiyashaikh7340 hi Chistiya ... basically if you need to collect your bags and re check in it again for your next flight after your lay over then youd need a transit visa. But if your airline is transferring your bag between flights then you dont need it as youll never have to go through immigration. The time of layover isnt a big deal according to me. But firstly check on ICA website or Singapore airports website secondly call Singapore airlines and ask them if youre still in doubt
Please if you can answer my questions for assistance, many thanks.
Can flight attendant help to go through my transfer flight ..?
no.. you can ask the ground staff for help if you're lost
@@Seohyun7 what terminal i can get another flight to brisbane
@@cristinegolosino6391 well you can't predict the terminal in Changi before.. during checkin the gate of connecting flight will be mentioned... Gate A and B is in Terminal 3, Gate C and D is in Terminal 1 , Gate E and F is in Terminal 2 and Gate G is in Terminal 4
@@Seohyun7 thank u😇
luggage auto tranfer kan?
That depends if both your flights are on the same ticket. If they are: can
I had to keep going back because you didn’t leave the writing on the screen long enough 🤦♀️
@Mialouiise Suggestion: use the pause button whenever text on screen appears, then read it at your leisure, then press to unpause and continue and repeat this process as needed 😊
@@siesonaladventures yes that’s what I had to keep on doing 🤦♀️
Too fast.cannot read long write up
Thanks for the feedback, I will keep that in mind for any future videos :)
You lost me with Security Gates or Check points
My opinion using Singapore Facilities and flying Singapore Airlines and paying for Business Class I should not have que up like you did - What a bloody Joke?