The cheapest month to fly to Singapore is March, with September (excluding the Formula 1 weekend), October and November close behind. March wins because it sits in the sweet spot after the Chinese New Year travel rush and before the northern-hemisphere summer holidays — demand is soft, the cheaper Economy fare buckets on routes into Singapore Changi are wide open, and the weather is warm and relatively dry. For travellers who can be flexible on dates, March is the month to target for the lowest fares to Singapore.
This guide is a full breakdown of the cheapest month to fly to Singapore and the cheapest months around it. We cover the month-by-month fare pattern into Changi, the cheapest days of the week to fly, how far ahead to book, and the peaks to avoid (December, Chinese New Year and the Singapore Grand Prix weekend). We also cover everything else you need to book the trip: a Singapore hotel in the right part of the city, a car or bike for getting around, a Singapore eSIM so you have data the moment you land at Changi, and top-rated Singapore tours and experiences to book in advance.
The Cheapest Months to Fly to Singapore
These are the cheapest months to fly to Singapore, ranked from the absolute cheapest down. All of them fall outside the festive peaks and the school-holiday surges, which is exactly why the fares are low. Pick any of these months and you will pay a fraction of the December fare.
March — the cheapest month to fly to Singapore
March is the single cheapest month to fly to Singapore in most years. The festive peak has passed, the Chinese New Year travel rush is over, and the northern-hemisphere school holidays have not started. Demand is soft across Europe, the UK and the Gulf, and the cheaper Economy fare buckets on routes into Changi are wide open. Singapore in March is also pleasant by local standards — warm and humid but with less rain than the November–January monsoon — so you get both the lowest fare and decent weather. If your dates are flexible, March is the month to target for the cheapest flights to Singapore.
September — shoulder season, low fares
September is the second-cheapest month to fly to Singapore. The northern summer holidays are over, demand from Europe and the UK drops sharply, and the fares into Changi fall with it. The one exception is the week of the Singapore Grand Prix Formula 1 weekend (usually late September), which pushes fares up sharply for a few days — avoid that week and September is one of the best-value months of the year to fly to Singapore. The weather is warm and humid with occasional afternoon showers, all normal for Singapore.
October — cheap fares, mild weather
October is another cheap month to fly to Singapore. Demand is still soft after the summer, the F1 weekend is behind us, and the festive build-up has not started. October fares are usually close to the yearly low, and the weather is warm and humid with the start of the inter-monsoon period — sunny mornings, occasional afternoon thunderstorms, which is the classic Singapore pattern. October is a great value pick if March does not work for your schedule.
November — cheap fares before the festive peak
November is the last cheap window before the December festive peak. Fares are still close to the yearly low for the first three weeks, then start to climb as the school holidays and Christmas travel approach. The weather is the start of the northeast monsoon, so expect more rain than the dry months — but Singapore is a year-round city destination, the rain is usually short and sharp, and the indoor sights, hawker centres and shopping malls are all covered. Book the early-November weeks for the cheapest fares.
February — cheap after Chinese New Year
February is a cheap month to fly to Singapore once Chinese New Year (late January or early February) is over. The CNY travel rush is one of the biggest demand spikes of the year in the region, so fares are high in the run-up and the holiday week, then drop sharply in the second half of February. If you can travel after the CNY holiday, February offers some of the cheapest fares of the year and the festive lanterns and decorations are still up in Chinatown.
August — cheap before the F1 weekend
Early August is a reasonable-value window to fly to Singapore, with fares lower than the June–July school-holiday peak but rising toward the September F1 weekend. The Great Singapore Sale runs into August, so it is a popular month for shopping trips, which keeps demand a little higher than March or October. If you fly in the first two weeks of August and leave before the F1 build-up, you will get a fair fare — but March, September (non-F1), October and November are all cheaper.
The Most Expensive Months to Avoid
If you want the cheapest fare to Singapore, avoid these months. They are the peaks that drive the fare pattern for the rest of the year — December most of all, plus Chinese New Year, the northern summer and the Formula 1 weekend.
December
December is the most expensive month to fly to Singapore. The Christmas and year-end school holidays drive peak demand from Europe, the UK, Australia and the Gulf, and the cheaper fare buckets sell out weeks ahead. December fares are often double the March low.
January (early)
Early January is still expensive, with New Year travel and the lead-up to Chinese New Year pushing fares up. The second half of January eases as CNY approaches, then spikes again for the CNY week.
June & July
June and July are the northern-hemisphere school holidays, so fares into Singapore are high, especially on routes from Europe and the UK. The Great Singapore Sale adds leisure demand. Book very early or travel just outside these months for a better price.
Late September (F1 weekend)
The Singapore Grand Prix Formula 1 weekend (usually late September) is a sharp one-week spike. Fares and hotels jump for the race week. The rest of September is cheap — just avoid the F1 dates.
Singapore Fares Month by Month
A quick reference table of the fare level for every month of the year into Singapore Changi, so you can see the pattern at a glance and pick the cheapest month that fits your schedule.
| Month | Fare level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| January | High early, mid mid-month | New Year peak then CNY build-up |
| February | Low (after CNY) | Cheap once Chinese New Year is over |
| March | Lowest | Cheapest month to fly to Singapore |
| April | Low–medium | Shoulder, fair value |
| May | Medium | Rising toward summer holidays |
| June | High | School holidays, Great Singapore Sale begins |
| July | High | Peak school-holiday demand |
| August | Medium–high | Sale month, pre-F1 build-up |
| September | Low (excl. F1 week) | Shoulder, avoid Grand Prix weekend |
| October | Low | Cheap fares, inter-monsoon weather |
| November | Low (early weeks) | Last cheap window before festive peak |
| December | Highest | Christmas and year-end holidays |
How to Get the Cheapest Flight to Singapore
- The cheapest month to fly to Singapore is March, with September (excluding the F1 weekend), October and November close behind — target these months for the lowest fares
- The cheapest days to fly to Singapore are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday — midweek departures are usually cheaper than Friday and Sunday, which are popular with weekend travellers
- Book six to eight weeks ahead for the best price on long-haul routes into Changi, and ten to twelve weeks ahead for the festive peak in December
- Fly into Singapore Changi (SIN) directly where possible — it is the main hub and almost always cheaper than a one-stop via another Asian gateway
- Avoid the Singapore Grand Prix Formula 1 weekend in late September — fares and hotels both spike sharply for that one week
- Avoid Chinese New Year (late January or early February) — it is the biggest regional travel rush of the year and fares peak for the holiday week
- Use a price alert on the Singapore route — fares move a lot through the year, and an alert catches the drop into the cheap months
- A return ticket is usually cheaper than two one-ways on long-haul routes to Singapore, and a midweek return keeps the total fare low
Singapore in Pictures
A preview of what waits at the end of your flight — from Marina Bay Sands and the Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay to Chinatown, the Merlion, the hawker centres and the Jewel waterfall at Changi Airport.
Flights to Singapore
Compare live fares to Singapore Changi on your dates, with flexible-month search and a price alert so you book at the cheapest point of the year.
Singapore Hotels
Book hotels in Marina Bay, Chinatown, Orchard Road, Clarke Quay and Little India — close to the sights you flew all the way to Singapore to see.
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Pick up a car at Changi Airport or in the city for day trips to Sentosa, Johor Bahru across the causeway, or a drive around the island at your own pace.
Singapore eSIM
Install a Singapore eSIM before you fly so you have data, maps and ride-hailing the moment you land at Changi — no airport SIM queue and no roaming charges on the way to your hotel.
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Land at Changi after your flight and a pre-booked airport transfer takes the stress out of the first hour — then book a Gardens by the Bay night tour, a Chinatown food walk, a Sentosa island day, a night safari, a river cruise, or a city highlights tour to make the most of your Singapore trip. Browse and book top-rated Singapore experiences below, all with free cancellation.
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Singapore?
March is the cheapest month to fly to Singapore in most years. The festive peak is over, Chinese New Year has passed, and the northern summer holidays have not started, so demand is soft and the cheaper Economy fare buckets are wide open. September (excluding the Formula 1 weekend), October and November are also cheap months to fly to Singapore. December is the most expensive month.
What is the most expensive month to fly to Singapore?
December is the most expensive month to fly to Singapore, driven by the Christmas and year-end school holidays. Early January is also expensive due to New Year travel and the Chinese New Year build-up. June and July are high due to the northern-hemisphere school holidays, and the late-September Formula 1 weekend is a sharp one-week spike. March is the cheapest month and December the most expensive — the fare difference can be close to double.
What are the cheapest days of the week to fly to Singapore?
The cheapest days to fly to Singapore are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Midweek departures are usually cheaper than Friday and Sunday, which are popular with weekend and short-break travellers. A Tuesday or Wednesday departure combined with a midweek return is typically the cheapest fare combination on routes into Singapore Changi.
Is Singapore cheap to fly to in the monsoon season?
Yes — the November–January northeast monsoon is one of the cheaper windows to fly to Singapore, because some travellers avoid the rain. Singapore is a year-round city destination, the rain is usually short and sharp afternoon showers, and the indoor sights, hawker centres and shopping malls are all covered, so the monsoon months are a good-value time to visit if you do not mind some rain. November is one of the cheapest months to fly.
How far ahead should I book a flight to Singapore?
Book six to eight weeks ahead for the best price on long-haul routes into Singapore Changi, and ten to twelve weeks ahead if you are travelling in the December festive peak or over Chinese New Year. For the cheapest months (March, October, November) booking four to six weeks ahead is usually enough, but set a price alert because fares move through the year.
Does the Singapore Grand Prix affect flight prices?
Yes — the Singapore Grand Prix Formula 1 weekend (usually late September) is a sharp one-week spike in both flight and hotel prices. Fares into Changi jump for the race week and the days around it. The rest of September is one of the cheaper months to fly to Singapore, so just avoid the F1 weekend dates to get the low September fares.
Is it cheaper to fly into Singapore Changi than a nearby airport?
Yes — Singapore Changi (SIN) is the main hub for the country and almost always the cheapest airport to fly into, with the widest range of airlines and fare buckets. There is no realistic alternative airport for Singapore, so flying direct into Changi and using the excellent public transport on arrival is the standard, cheapest approach.
What is the best time to visit Singapore for weather and price?
The best balance of weather and price is February to April, the drier months between the monsoons. March is both the driest of these and the cheapest month to fly, making it the best-value month to visit Singapore. October and November are cheaper but wetter. Avoid December for both price and rain — it is the most expensive month and the wettest.
Plan Your Cheap Singapore Trip
Once you have picked the cheapest month (March for the lowest fare, or September, October or November for the next-best value) and the cheapest midweek days, the rest is one batch of bookings: your flight to Singapore Changi, a hotel in the right part of the city, a car or bike for the days you want to explore, a Singapore eSIM and any tours and an airport transfer you want to lock in ahead. Start planning below.