Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Singapore: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 18 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore.
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8. The city is 12 hours ahead of New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route, with 10 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from JFK to SIN is with Singapore Airlines at 23:40. Choose the first departure operated by Singapore Airlines at 22:30 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from JFK to Singapore, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
You can book a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore that lands at Changi International Airport (SIN).
Keep your eyes peeled for deals with Singapore Airlines. This airline has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from JFK to Singapore, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You won't need a visa for Singapore if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before locking in your cheap tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Singapore
377 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore. A return flight starts at 804 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from JFK to Singapore by booking 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is around 21 kilometres from central Singapore. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
Book a hotel close to SIN if you're taking a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
The centre of Singapore is located around 19 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 23 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to XSP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from JFK to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Singapore, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore for May to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from JFK to Singapore in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore, check out our selection of hotels including:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Singapore to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Singapore.
Complete your Singapore trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Singapore and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Singapore.