Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN) to City Center

Airport Details

• Name: Singapore Changi International Airport
• IATA Code: SIN
• Location: Singapore, SG
• Elevation: 22 ft

Taxi from Singapore Changi International Airport to City Center

Taxis from Singapore Changi Airport to city center cost SGD 25 to 40. This includes a metered fare plus airport surcharges of SGD 6 all times or SGD 8 from 5pm to midnight. Peak hours add 25% and midnight from 12am to 6am adds 50%.

Fares vary by zone. To Marina Bay or Chinatown expect SGD 25-35 daytime. Orchard Road is SGD 28-40. Sentosa costs SGD 40-60 with traffic affecting total time of 20-35 minutes.

No fixed prices exist as taxis use meters. Avoid unofficial offers. Pay by cash or card with surcharges making night trips pricier.

Taxi Tips & Safety

Find official taxis at designated stands in arrivals halls of all terminals. Follow signs to taxi queues outside baggage claim. No long waits usually.

Avoid scams by using only airport queues. Ignore touts offering flat rates. Standard blue or yellow taxis are cheapest; white premium ones cost more.

Pay by cash, credit or debit card. Use Grab or Gojek apps for estimates but pick from official stands for safety. Travel in groups at night.

Alternative Transport

MRT train to city center like City Hall costs SGD 2 and takes 30-45 minutes. Trains run from all terminals every 10-12 minutes from 5am to midnight.

Public buses such as number 36 go to Orchard Road or downtown for SGD 2. Journey takes about 1 hour with stops. Bus terminals are at each terminal.

No regular shuttles to city but private transfers start at SGD 55. Trains and buses are cheapest options compared to taxis.

Tips for Airport Transfers

• Look for official taxi ranks to avoid scams.
• Check if there is a flat rate to the city center.
• Consider booking a private transfer in advance for peace of mind.
• Have the address of your destination written down in the local language.