Singapore Changi Airport

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Singapore Changi Airport (IATA Code: SIN) is the main airport of Singapore. It is on the eastern edge of the island and has good public transport links to all parts of Singapore.

Consistently voted one of the best airports in the world, Changi's also a major hub in Southeast Asia and a common stop on the Kangaroo route between Europe and Australia.

Singapore Changi Airport Halal Travel Guide

Changi airport is on the east coast of Singapore, about 25 kilometers from the downtown area with good rail and road connections. There are no domestic flights due to the small size of Singapore; all Flights from Changi are international. (Singapore only has one other civilian airport: Seletar.)

Opened in 1981, Changi is one of the world's busiest, and often considered the world's best airport. Passengers are made to feel at home while in transit, with more facilities than you'd typically expect at an airport. Air-side gardens and artworks soothe the eyes, a private massage parlour and spa relax the muscles, a swimming swimmingpool at Terminal 1 helps keep the body fit, while a cinema and giant television screens provide visual entertainment. There are even butterfly gardens and koi carp ponds! The airport's schedules are dominated by Singapore's flag carrier, Singapore-Airlines, and its regional subsidiary, SilkAir. Low cost carriers have also sprung up offering Flights to other countries in the region, primarily Indonesia and Malaysia.

Muslim Friendly Flights from Singapore Changi Airport

Changi houses four terminals: Terminal 1, 2, 3 and 4. Most airlines, especially low cost Airlines, use Terminal 1, but a few others use Terminals 2 & 3. Singapore-Airlines flights depart from either Terminal 2 or 3, depending on your destination. If you are flying Singapore-Airlines and arrive by taxi at the airport, be sure to tell the driver your destination so he or she knows which hub to take you to. Singapore-Airlines flights may arrive at either terminal regardless of point of origin, so if you have friends picking you up, make sure you ask them to check the flight information system via the airport web-site.

Singapore Airport -

Terminal 1 Air China, Air France, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Bangkok Airways, BimanBangladesh Airlines, British Airways, China Southern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Drukair, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Hebei Airlines, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Group (Jetstar, Jetstar Asia, Jetstar Pacific), KLM-Airline, Myanmar Airways International, Philippine Airlines, Qantas-Australia, Regent Airways, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Thai-Airways, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, West Air, XiamenAir

Terminal 2 Singapore-Airlines Flights to Southeast Asia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives AirIndia, AirIndia Express, All-Nippon Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Indigo, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Swiss International Air Lines, United Air-Lines

Terminal 3 Singapore-Airlines Flights to Northeast Asia, India, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, United States, Dubai & South Africa Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, Batik-Air, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, EVA-Air, Garuda Indonesia, Jet-Airways, Lion Air, Malindo Air, Myanmar National Airlines, Qatar-Airways, Regent Airways, Saudia, SriLankan Airlines, (Thai) Lion Air, US-Bangla Airlines

Terminal 4 AirAsia Group ( AirAsia, Indonesia AirAsia, Philippines AirAsia, (Thai) AirAsia), Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, Hainan-Airlines, GX Airlines, JC International Airlines, Korean Air, Lanmei Airlines, Spring Airlines, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, West Air

Terminal 3 has concourses A & B. Concourses C & D, E & Friday are in Terminals 1 & 2, respectively. Concourses G and H are found in Terminal 4. These letters precede the gate number for any flight information. Each concourse has a transfer desk to collect your next boarding pass. Check the TV screen for information about where to retrieve the boarding pass for your flight.

If you are arriving on a Singapore-Airlines flight and are transferring to another Singapore-Airlines flight, you can often find your arrival and departure gate information from the onboard entertainment system, or from information screens when you exit the arrival gate. There are no boarding calls and boarding gates close 10 minutes before departure.

Fortunately transfers are quite easy, and Terminals 1-3 are connected by a free Skytrain service from 04:00 to 01:30, without passing through immigration. Terminal 1 is also physically connected to Terminals 2 and 3 airside, and you may not notice you're in a different terminal unless you read the signs.

To transfer to flights at Terminal 4, a free shuttle bus service is provided at Terminal 2. Terminal 4 is further south of the airport and has no direct Skytrain link to the rest of the terminals.

Unlike most other airports and there are no separate zones for departing and arriving passengers in the main terminals before passport control, hence arriving passengers are free to shop and eat at the airside if they are not in a hurry, in Terminals 1, 2 and 3. In addition, unless they have checked luggage and they can clear passport control at any terminal. An exception to this is Terminal 4, where there is centralised security screening.

Ground transportation

From the airport there are a number of ways to get into the city:

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Singapore Changi Airport

Changi Airport is connected to the East-West line of the MRT. The MRT station is located between Terminals 2 and 3, and is well indicated from Terminal 1. When going to the city, you'll need to change trains at Tanah Merah – exit on the left hand side door and cross the platform. When going to Simei, Pasir Ris or Tampines, exit on the right hand side. When returning to the airport, cross to the middle platform. Going to anywhere from the airport should cost you less than $3 (Singapore#Money|Singapore dollars), for instance the 40-minutes ride to City Hall station costs $2.30 (+$0.10 non-refundable deposit). Trains run from 05:31 to 23:18.

By shuttle

A Ground Transport Desk is available in the arrival hall at all terminals and can arrange shuttle bus transfers. The shuttle costs $9 per adult and $6 per child (aged 12 years and below) and will take you to most downtown hotels.

Transtar Travel operates a coach service from Terminals 2 and 4 to Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration and Quarantine Complex (CIQ). Fares are $10 from Changi Airport to Johor Bahru, and RM10 in the reverse direction. Payment is accepted by cash and EZ-Link card from Changi Airport, but only accepted in cash from Johor Bahru. The first bus departs at 08:15 and the last leaves at 23:15.

A shuttle bus operates from Terminals 2 and 4 to Tanah Merah Ferry Termina, where you can catch ferries to the Indonesian islands of Batam and Bintan. Fares are $5 per person.

Best way to travel in Singapore Changi Airport by a Taxi

There are 2 types of taxis to choose from. Depending on how many people are travelling with you.

• Taxi (cab) is easiest - simply follow the signs after clearing customs. Meters are always used in Singapore. A trip to the city during the day will be between $20–30 including a $5 airport surcharge in effect 17:00 Fridays to 23:59 Sundays and $3 at all other times. An additional 50% surcharge applies 00:01-05:59. By law, only a maximum of 4 passengers can use one taxi. Comfort or Citycab ☎ +65 6552 1111 | Premier Taxis ☎ ☎ +65 6363 6888 | SMRT ☎ +65 6555 8888 | ☎ SMART ☎ +65 6485 7777 | ☎ Transcab ☎ +65 6555 3333
• Limousines charge a flat $55 and $60 for a party of 4 & 7 respectively, to anywhere in the city and are a pretty good deal after midnight, as you can skip the queue and avoid the surcharge. The same pricing applies to chartering van-sized MaxiCabs, which are good for large families or if you have lots of baggage.

Travel on a Bus in Singapore Changi Airport

Bus terminals can be found in the basements of T1, T2 and T3, and at ground level at T4. 06:00-23:00 only. Fares are around $2.50, exact fare required (no change given) if you pay cash. Bus number 36 directly goes to the downtown, which takes around 50 to 60 minutes travelling on expressways through the Singapore/East Coast|East Coast to Singapore/Riverside|City Hall and Singapore/Orchard|Orchard Road. It serves all four terminals.

How to get around in Singapore Changi Airport

Changi_Airport,_Terminal_2,_Departure_Hall - The departures board in Terminal 2

Terminals 1-3 are well-connected by the SkyTrain, an automatic driverless people mover which operates both landside and airside, that operates from 04:00 to 01:30. When the train is not in operation, you must walk if you wish to remain airside. A walk from Terminal 2 to Terminal 3 or vice-versa should take about 30 minutes as you have to pass through Terminal 1. A buggy vehicle that will take you to your boarding gate, very useful if you are in a hurry, is available upon request. If you are landside, a shuttle bus is available between the terminals when the SkyTrain is not in operation.

Terminal 4 is located in a separate area from the other 3 terminals, and is not served by the SkyTrain system. Shuttle buses both landside and airside connect Terminal 4 with Terminal 2. If you need to transfer between Terminal 4 and Terminals 1 or 3, you will need to catch the shuttle bus to Terminal 2, and make your way to the other terminals by SkyTrain.

Wait

Airside

Even if you are stuck in the airport and there are plenty of ways to kill time as each terminal has a unique design and the airside areas of T1, T2, and T3 are attractions in themselves. T2, arguably the most interesting, has an indoor garden, a music listening area with couches and mood lighting, a computer gaming room, a small cinema (you can bring your luggage trolleys inside and park them at the back), paid massage services and, of course, plenty of duty-free shops. T3 has a butterfly garden and plenty of natural light, but fewer entertainment options. T1 has a swimming swimmingpool for $13.91 and jacuzzi, both open until 23:00. There is an outdoor cactus garden on the roof of T1. You can travel between the main terminals without passing through immigration and, if you have no checked-in luggage to collect, you can clear passport control and customs at any terminal.

Lounges

• Ground services dnata & SATS have lounges at each terminal. Inquire your airline about which lounge they use.
• British Airways, Emirates and Qantas-Australia have large lounges for first and business class passengers in Terminal 1 with shower facilities, food, Wi-Fi access and internet terminals.
• Thai-Airways has a lounge in Terminal 1.
• Terminals 2 and 3 have Singapore-Airlines SilverKris lounges for business- and first-class passengers, each of which has separate sections exclusively for first class passengers. If you are flying in economy on a Star Alliance airline and hold a KrisFlyer (Singapore Airline's frequent flyer programms|frequent flyer programme) Gold card, or Star Alliance Gold card, you will be redirected to separate, somewhat busier, lounges.
• Cathay Pacific has a lounge for first and business class passengers in Terminal 4.
• Plaza Premium Lounge has a lounge in Terminal 1, and another one jointly run with SATS in Terminal 4.
• Local bank DBS operates lounges in Terminals 2 and 3 for their private banking clients.

Halal Food & Restaurants in Singapore Changi Airport

To be updated

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Singapore Changi Airport

If you are flying by Singapore-Airlines or SilkAir and transiting in Singapore for less than 24 hours, you are entitled to a $40 voucher good for virtually everything but convenience stores & money exchanges! Present your electronic ticket, boarding pass, and passport at the i@Changi counter at Terminals 2 & 3 to claim.

ATMs abound and money changers offer reasonable rates as well, although you pay a small premium compared to the city.

Shops are extremely varied and, if moved to more than 100 countries, would constitute their largest mall! All accept American Express, UnionPay cards; most accept Diners Club, JCB and UnionPay.

If you're just arriving and need to buy a SIM card for your phone and there are plenty of tourist help-oriented shops that will be happy to sell you one with $50-70 of credit on it (and that's how much it will cost). 1GB of data for a week is only $7 though, so if you're only in Singapore for a short time and the bigger cards are definitely overkill. Instead, head to the money changers - you can buy a $15 SIM card there.

• Perfumes & Cosmetics by Nuance Watson - They claim to have the best prices compared to downtown Singapore or other airports in Asia.

• Discover Singapore - For your last minutes gift ideas on Singaporean memorabilia and icons as souvenirs.

Telecommunications in Singapore Changi Airport

There are two ways to connect to the Internet at the airport. One option is Wi-Fi connectivity. Use the Wi@Changi access point, give your phone number, and a verification code so that you can browse the Internet will be sent to you via text message. Don't really count on its speed and reliability though. A much better option is to use the 200 Internet kiosks throughout the airport. You have 20 minutes for each session, although you can always re-login. They are always free of charge.

Any local calls made within the departure transit lounge are free. You can use the public payphones or head over to the convenience stores. If you are on the land side, you can rent a smartphone or buy a prepaid card.

Passengers that have liquid, aerosols, and gels that are too big to make their way pass the security checkpoint, can take advantage of the @Changi service. Purchase an envelope from the security offices or at the mailbox, drop them in, and wait for them to be delivered within 5 working days to most cities. You must drop them in the mailbox by 30 minutes before departure.

If you want to send some last minutes postcards, you can buy stamps from the 7-Eleven on the airside of Terminal 1 on the right-hand side of the immigration control, and put the cards in the mail box behind the Aspial store. You can also drop them at Transfer Friday at Terminal 2 or near the GST Refund Counter at Terminal 3.

Cope

Singapore Changi Airport is the best airports in the world, and its facilities are certainly one of its contributing factors! Every terminal has multiple baby rooms, a left baggage facility both airside and landside, a prayer room, multiple money exchanges, and lounges. Raffles Medical has clinics at all terminals for emergency services or should you just feel unwell at some point in the airport, and some pharmacies. All of them are user-friendly to cater to travellers should they need anything.

If you need to ask for information and there are information desks at each end of the terminal, although only a few of them open for 24 hours. You can also go there for renting a wheelchair, stroller, or a buggy car.

In each toilet and at information centres or exhibits and there is a touch screen that you can use to give feedback about how the facilities are. Make sure not to leave without a review.

Airport maps and signs to some crucial facilities are clearly indicated at various points in the terminals, although you can also just grab a free guide book to make your way through the airport. You can also scan your boarding pass at the scanner kiosk to look for which gate your flight is departing from.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Singapore Changi Airport

Singapore Changi Airport - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Singapore Changi Airport, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Singapore Changi Airport. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Singapore Changi Airport and its surrounding regions.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• s.ehalal.io//2023-09-16&checkOut=2023-09-17&14085&&Crowne+Plaza+Changi+Airport%2C+an+IHG+Hotel&hotelId=361715&&.Zz3d70d876e8174f5d8e17297-206204 Crowne Plaza Changi Airport | Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Singapore. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour front desk, facilities for disabled guests, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas are there for guest's enjoyment. Some of the well-appointed guestrooms feature television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless, non smoking rooms, air conditioning, desk. Take a break from a long day and make use of fitness center, outdoor pool, spa. Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is an excellent choice from which to explore Singapore or to simply relax and rejuvenate.

• s.ehalal.io//2023-09-16&checkOut=2023-09-17&14085&&Park+Avenue+Changi&hotelId=684251&&.Zzf18e267983634fefb23292f-206204 Park Avenue Changi | Park Avenue Changi Hotel is conveniently located in the popular Tampines area. The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. Facilities like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, taxi service, laundromat are readily available for you to enjoy. Some of the well-appointed guestrooms feature television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning, wake-up service. Enjoy the hotel's recreational facilities, including fitness center, outdoor pool, before retiring to your room for a well-deserved rest. Convenience and comfort makes Park Avenue Changi Hotel the perfect choice for your stay in Singapore.

Stay Safe

By and large and the airport is safe as police frequently patrol by Segways and buggy cars and the building is well-lit throughout the day. The airport practically never sleeps, so even at dawn there will always be a few people at some points in the airport.

Nearby

If you arrive early enough (often there are big queues) and have over 5 hr to spare and there are free city tours at 09:00, 11:30, 14:30, 16:00 and 18:30.

Register at a Free Singapore Tours (FST) Registration Booth at least two hours before.

• Terminal 1 - go to Terminal 2 for registration
• Terminal 2 - near the escalators to North Arrival Immigration and Skytrain station at Transit Mall North, level 2 (near Transfer Lounge E)
• Terminal 3 - next to Transfer Lounge B at Transit Mall North, level 2

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