Traveling from Seoul to Singapore: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Seoul. Explore your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when reserving your flight from Seoul to Singapore.
Hop off your plane in Singapore at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Around 6 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Seoul to Singapore flight.
Singapore is one hour behind Seoul and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Seoul to Singapore is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). You can choose from 71 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from ICN to SIN is the 08:50 Singapore Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 23:50 with Singapore Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Seoul to Singapore flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Singapore
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can catch a direct flight from Seoul to Singapore departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Begin your journey at ICN and land at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
There's a good selection of airlines that offer direct Seoul to Singapore plane tickets out of ICN. Take off with any of these:
We make it a breeze to find a Seoul to Singapore flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Located around 48 kilometers from central Seoul, ICN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seoul to Singapore? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Incheon International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Get more out of your vacation with a stopover on your Seoul to Singapore flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Gimpo International Airport and Singapore:
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seoul to GMP in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Seoul to Singapore? Kick back in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Gimpo International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 81% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is approximately 18 kilometers from the center of Singapore. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SIN if you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Singapore. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Singapore Changi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and discover more of Singapore and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Singapore Changi Airport around two weeks in advance of your Seoul to Singapore flight.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is about 14 kilometers from the center of Singapore. Once you've disembarked your flight from Seoul to Singapore, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near XSP. Tuck yourself in after your Seoul to Singapore flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
March is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Singapore, while June is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Singapore based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Seoul to Singapore tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seoul to Singapore in January when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seoul to Singapore, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are a couple of big attractions to put on your Singapore must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Merlion.














