Leaving The Airport
Leaving The Airport
How to get from Changi Airport to the city and other parts of Singapore
Public Bus
| Notes | Description |
|---|
| Operating Hours | 06:00 - 00:00 |
| Boarding Rules | Board from front door, alight from rear door, tap card when boarding and alighting |
| Ticket Purchase on Bus | No change given on bus, please prepare exact change |
| Fare | Fares calculated by distance, usually between SD$0.8 to SD$2 |
| Alighting Method | Press bell to notify driver of next stop |
Bus Routes
| Bus Route | Terminal 1 T1 | Terminal 2 T2 | Terminal 3 T3 | Terminal 4 T4 | Terminal 4 T4 |
|---|
| Bus Stop | Underground Bus Stop | Underground Bus Stop | Underground Bus Stop | Bus Stop next to Car Park 4B | Bus Stop near SATS Inflight Catering Centre |
| 24 | O | O | O | O | - |
| 27 | O | O | O | - | O |
| 34 | O | O | O | O | - |
| 36 | O | O | O | O | - |
| 53 | O | O | O | - | O |
| 110 | O | O | O | O | - |
| 858 | O | O | O | - | O |
Public Transport Payment Methods
| Ticket | Description |
|---|
| EZ-Link Card | Can be used for MRT, bus and LRT, available at airport or convenience stores, minimum balance must be above SD$3, minimum top-up amount is SD$10 |
| Credit Card Payment | Can use contactless credit cards (Master/Visa/NETS bank cards) for direct payment, but additional credit card fees apply |
| Third-party Payment | Can use Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay and other third-party payment tools, but additional third-party payment fees apply |
| Tourist Pass | Designed for tourists, available at major MRT stations, offering unlimited rides for one, two or three days |
| Child Transport Card | Children under 7 years old can apply for a child transport card for free public transport. Can be exchanged with passport at Ticketing Service Center counter at Changi Airport T2. Card exchange is completely free and no top-up needed, children just need to tap the card when entering |
Bus Reference Websites
SMRT
| Notes | Description |
|---|
| No Food, Drinks and Smoking | Food, drinks and smoking are prohibited in train carriages, only water is allowed, this is to maintain cleanliness and comfort |
| Durian Ban | Cannot bring durians or other strong-smelling foods on board |
First Train Time from Airport
To Tanah Merah MRT Station (EW4/CG)
| Monday to Saturday | Sunday and Public Holidays |
|---|
| 05:31 | 05:59 |
Last Train Time from Airport
| To Station | Time |
|---|
To Pasir Ris MRT Station (EW1/CR5/CP1) | Daily 23:18 |
To Tuas Link MRT Station (EW33) | Daily 00:06 |
Travel Steps
| Step | Description |
|---|
| Go to Terminal with MRT | Changi Airport has four terminals (T1, T2, T3, T4), MRT stations are located at Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. If you arrive at Terminal 1 or 4, you can take the free Skytrain or shuttle bus to Terminal 2 or 3 |
| Find MRT Station | At Terminal 2 or Terminal 3, follow the "Train to City" signs to reach Changi Airport MRT Station (CG2) |
Take East West Line to City | Transfer to East West Line at Tanah Merah Station (EW4/CG), then choose suitable station according to destination |
Take Downtown Line to City | At Expo Station (CG1/DT35), transfer to train heading to Bukit Panjang Station (BP6/DT1), then choose suitable station according to destination |
MRT Ticket Types
| Ticket | Description |
|---|
| Tourist Pass | Designed for tourists, available at major MRT stations, offering unlimited rides for one, two or three days |
| EZ-Link Card | Can be used for MRT, bus and LRT, available at airport or convenience stores, minimum balance must be above SD$3, minimum top-up amount is SD$10 |
| Credit Card Payment | Can use contactless credit cards for direct payment, but additional credit card fees apply |
| Third-party Payment | Can use Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay and other third-party payment tools, but additional third-party payment fees apply |
| Child Transport Card | Children under 7 years old can apply for a child transport card for free public transport. Can be exchanged with passport at Ticketing Service Center counter at Changi Airport T2. Card exchange is completely free and no top-up needed, children just need to tap the card when entering |
To minimize handling fees, it’s recommended to use Mastercard, as it only processes payments every 5 days or when reaching SD$15, while Visa processes daily, so Mastercard incurs fewer “overseas transaction fees” than Visa
The service hours for the Ticketing Service Center counter at Changi Airport T2 are 08:00~21:00. If you miss these hours, you’ll need to go to MRT stations with Ticket Offices
MRT Reference Websites
Taxi
Different taxi companies have different flag-down rates, distance rates and waiting fees
Taxis can be taken at the stands at Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3 and Terminal 4
| Item | Description |
|---|
| Time to City | About 30 minutes |
| Cost | Between SD$25 to SD$45, charged by distance |
Airport Surcharge
All trips departing from the airport require an additional airport surcharge
| Date | Time | Fee |
|---|
| Daily | 17:00 - 23:59 | SD$8 |
| Other Times | 00:00 - 23:59 | SD$6 |
Peak Hour Surcharge
| Date | Time | Fee |
|---|
| Monday to Friday, except public holidays | 06:00 – 09:29 | Additional 25% of total fare |
| Saturday, Sunday and public holidays | 10:00 – 13:59 | Additional 25% of total fare |
| Daily | 17:00 – 23:59 | Additional 25% of total fare |
City Area Surcharge
| Date | Time | Fee |
|---|
| Daily | 17:00~00:00 | SD$3 |
Midnight Surcharge
| Date | Time | Fee |
|---|
| Daily | 00:00 – 05:59 | Additional 50% of total fare |
Tourist Attraction Surcharge
Changi Airport, Marina Bay Sands area, Sentosa add SD$3 to SD$5 varies
Ride-Hailing Apps
Simply book through the mobile apps of various transportation service providers, then proceed to the private hire car pickup points at the arrival halls of Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 to wait for your ride.
| App | Download Link | Description |
|---|
| Grab | iOS / Android | The most commonly used ride-hailing service in Singapore, offering various vehicle options including GrabCar, GrabBike and GrabExpress |
| CDG Zig | iOS / Android | Offers various vehicle options including CDG Zig and CDG Zig Plus |
Airport Transfer
Singapore Airport Transport: Ground Transport Concierge
The Ground Transport Concierge provides 24-hour service for convenient travel between Changi Airport and your destination.
Transportation Methods
Limousine or Minibus
| Vehicle Type | Destination | Per Trip |
|---|
| 4-seater Limousine | To any location in Singapore | SD$55.00 |
| 7-seater Limousine | To any location in Singapore | SD$60.00 |
| 9-seater Minibus | To any location in Singapore | SD$70.00 |
City Shuttle
To designated hotels in the city center area, for detailed hotel information please refer to City Shuttle
Fares
| Status | Fee |
|---|
| Adult | SD$10.00/person |
| Children under 12 | SD$7.00/person |
Operating Hours and Frequency
| Time | Frequency |
|---|
| 07:00 – 19:00 | Every 30 minutes |
| 20:00 – 23:00 | Every 60 minutes |
TMFT Changi Airport Shuttle
To Sindo Ferry (Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal)
| Item | Description |
|---|
| Time | 10:50 – 18:20 |
| Fee | SD$4.00/person |
Booking Methods
Book in advance using City Shuttle or Changi App, after booking check in at the Ground Transport Concierge counter to board
Ground Transport Concierge
| Terminal | Code | Location | Description |
|---|
| Terminal 1 | T1 | B1 | Private car pickup point/area |
| Terminal 2 | T2 | 1F | Arrival Hall Door 5 |
| Terminal 3 | T3 | 1F | Arrival Hall (near Information Counter) |
| Terminal 4 | T4 | 1F | Arrival Hall (near Information Counter) |
Getting To Changi Airport
Getting To Changi Airport
Public Buses
| Notes | Description |
|---|
| Operating Hours | 06:00 - 00:00 |
| Boarding Rules | Board from front door, alight from rear door, tap card when boarding and alighting |
| On-board Ticket Purchase | No change given on bus, please prepare exact change |
| Fare | Fare based on distance, usually between SD$0.8 to SD$2 |
| Alighting Method | Press bell to notify driver of next stop alighting |
Bus Routes
| Bus Route | Terminal 1 T1 | Terminal 2 T2 | Terminal 3 T3 | Terminal 4 T4 |
|---|
| 24 | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ |
| 27 | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ | - |
| 34 | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ |
| 36 | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ |
| 53 | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ | - |
| 110 | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ |
| 858 | Ｏ | Ｏ | Ｏ | - |
Public Transport Payment Methods
| Ticket | Description |
|---|
| EZ-Link Card | Usable for MRT, bus and light rail, available at airport or convenience stores, minimum balance SD$3, minimum top-up SD$10 |
| Credit Card Payment | Can use contactless credit cards (Master/Visa/NETS bank cards) directly for entry, additional credit card fees apply |
| Third-party Payment | Can use Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay and other third-party payment tools for entry, additional third-party payment fees apply |
| Tourist Pass | Designed for tourists, available at major MRT stations, offering unlimited rides for one, two or three days |
| Child Concession Card | Children under 7 years old can apply for a child concession card for free public transport. Can be exchanged with passport at the Ticketing Service Center counter at Changi Airport T2. Card exchange is completely free and no additional top-up needed, children just need to tap the card when entering |
Bus Reference Websites
SMRT
| Notes | Description |
|---|
| Operating Hours | 05:30 - 00:06 |
| No Food, Drinks and Smoking | Food, drinks and smoking are prohibited in train carriages, only water is allowed, this is to maintain cleanliness and comfort |
| Durian Ban | Durians and other strong-smelling foods are not allowed on trains |
Riding Steps
| Step | Description |
|---|
Take East West Line to Airport | Go to Tanah Merah Station (EW4/CG) Tanah Merah, then transfer to train heading to Changi Airport Station (CG2) Changi Airport |
Take Downtown Line to Airport | Go to Expo Station (CG1/DT35) Expo, then transfer to train heading to Changi Airport Station (CG2) Changi Airport |
Train Times to Airport
| Station | First Train Monday to Saturday | First Train Sunday and Public Holidays | Last Train Daily |
|---|
Tanah Merah Station (EW4/CG) Tanah Merah | 05:20 | 05:47 | 23:50 |
Expo Station (CG1/DT35) Expo | 05:23 | 05:50 | 23:53 |
SMRT Ticket Types
| Ticket | Description |
|---|
| Tourist Pass | Designed for tourists, available at major MRT stations, offering unlimited rides for one, two or three days |
| EZ-Link Card | Usable for MRT, bus and light rail, available at airport or convenience stores, minimum balance SD$3, minimum top-up SD$10 |
| Credit Card Payment | Can use contactless credit cards directly for entry, but additional credit card fees apply |
| Third-party Payment | Can use Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay and other third-party payment tools for entry, but additional third-party payment fees apply |
| Child Transport Card | Children under 7 years old can apply for a child transport card for free public transport. Can be exchanged with passport at the Ticketing Service Center counter at Changi Airport T2. Card exchange is completely free and no additional top-up needed, children just need to tap the card when entering |
To minimize handling fees, it’s recommended to use Mastercard, as it processes charges every 5 days or when reaching SD$15, while Visa processes daily, so Mastercard incurs fewer “overseas transaction fees” than Visa
The Ticketing Service Center counter at Changi Airport T2 operates from 08:00~21:00, if you miss these hours you’ll need to go to MRT stations with Ticket Offices
SMRT Reference Websites
Taxi
You can hail a taxi on the street or call ahead to book with any of the following taxi companies.
Additional charges may apply.
| Company | Phone |
|---|
| Comfort or CityCab | +65 6552 1111 |
| Strides Premier Taxi | +65 6555 8888 |
| Prime Taxi | +65 6778 0808 |
| Trans-Cab | +65 6555 3333 |
Peak Hour Surcharges
| Date | Time | Fee |
|---|
| Monday to Friday, except public holidays | 06:00 – 09:29 | Additional 25% of total fare |
| Saturday, Sunday and public holidays | 10:00 – 13:59 | Additional 25% of total fare |
| Daily | 17:00 – 23:59 | Additional 25% of total fare |
City Area Surcharge
| Date | Time | Fee |
|---|
| Daily | 17:00~00:00 | SD$3 |
Midnight Surcharge
| Date | Time | Fee |
|---|
| Daily | 00:00 – 05:59 | Additional 50% of total fare |
Tourist Attraction Surcharge
Changi Airport, Marina Bay Sands area, Sentosa additional SD$3 to SD$5
Ride-hailing Apps
Simply book through various transport service providers’ mobile apps and proceed to Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3 and Terminal 4
| App | Download Link | Description |
|---|
| Grab | iOS / Android | Most used ride-hailing service in Singapore, offering various vehicle options including GrabCar, GrabBike and GrabExpress |
| CDG Zig | iOS / Android | Offers various vehicle options including CDG Zig and CDG Zig Plus |
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