Flying from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Singapore. Explore your options leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when organizing your flight from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA).
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport flight.
Kuantan's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Singapore. Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is located in Kuantan.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services each week. You can get from SIN to KUA on Scoot's 5:55am departure.
To ensure you get on your flight from Singapore to KUA, allow 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 general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can book a direct flight from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) out of Changi International Airport (SIN).
Scoot is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport jetting out of SIN.
Scoot is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from SIN to KUA.
SIN is about 21 kilometers from central Singapore. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Changi International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
68.95% of flights leaving from Changi International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
You can get to XSP from the center of Singapore in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to travel the 19 kilometers or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to KUA flight:
About Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near KUA instead:
Getting from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to central Kuantan
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is roughly 13 kilometers from central Kuantan. How long it'll take to get to the center in a cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
At the moment, $60 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $87. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best month for finding cheap Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA). September is the busiest month to travel to Kuantan. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
Book a Singapore to KUA plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuantan to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Kuantan
Start your Kuantan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Singapore to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Teluk Cempedak Beach and Masjid Sultan Ahmad Shah are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Kuantan to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Teluk Cempedak.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuantan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometers north-west of Kuantan, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Masjid Al Karomah.
Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometers south-west of Kuantan. No trip is complete without a visit to PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.