Can you go between terminals at Changi?

You can travel between Terminals 1, 2, and 3 via the complimentary Skytrain service in the transit area. If you're in the public area, you can go to and from Terminals 1 and 3 via the Skytrain. Take note that the Skytrain operates from 4:30am until 1:30am.



Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is world-renowned for its seamless connectivity, allowing travelers to move between Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 4 with ease in 2026. The main "transit area" (airside) connects T1, T2, and T3 via the Skytrain, a free automated people mover that runs every few minutes. Travelers can also walk between these three terminals using the "link bridges" to enjoy the gardens and duty-free shops. Terminal 4, which is physically separated, is accessible via a frequent 24-hour shuttle bus service from T1 and T2 for both transit and public passengers. For those in the public area (landside), all terminals are connected to the "Jewel" Changi complex, a massive lifestyle destination featuring the world's tallest indoor waterfall. In 2026, Changi has further enhanced its "contactless" transit with biometric gates, making it possible to switch terminals for a specific lounge or a meal at the famous "Staff Canteens" without any friction. Whether you are catching a connecting flight or just want to explore the "Butterfly Garden" in T3 while your flight departs from T1, the airport's layout is designed to be a "walkable city" for travelers.

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By Shuttle Bus Terminal 4 is accessible by a complimentary shuttle bus services at both public and transit areas. The shuttle bus journey between terminals at the public area takes about 10 minutes and the shuttle bus journey between terminals at the transit area takes between 10 to 18 minutes.

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Changi Airport currently has four terminals, T1, T2, T3, and T4, with a total passenger annual handling capacity of 90 million. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are directly connected via a people mover system, with airside passengers being able to freely move between the terminals without going through immigration.

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You can travel between Terminals 1, 2, and 3 via the complimentary Skytrain service in the transit area. If you're in the public area, you can go to and from Terminals 1 and 3 via the Skytrain. Take note that the Skytrain operates from 4:30am until 1:30am.

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Just remain in the transit area. You won't need to clear arrival immigration and check in again for your connecting flight, so you won't need a visa to enter Singapore.

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By Skytrain: Access Terminal 2 by free Skytrain service, which operates from 5am to 2.30am, at both the transit and public areas. By Foot: Access T2 via Changi Airport's Mezzanine Level link bridge above the MRT station. It takes approximately five minutes to walk between T2 and T3.

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Getting To Jewel Changi Attraction By Walking It is easy to walk to the Jewel Changi Attraction no matter which Terminal of the Changi Airport you are in. From T1: Jewel Changi is located at the Arrival Hall of Terminal 1. From T2: Take a 5-10 minute walk on the link bridge on L2 of the Departure Hall at Terminal 2.

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Departure from Changi Airport For Singapore Airlines flights to other destinations, check-in will remain at Terminal 3. For updates on departure gate and boarding time for your flight, do check the flight information display screens at the Airport.

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Changi International Airport (SIN) is a destination in itself. Efficient and easy to navigate, the highly praised airport is home to local and international boutiques, two hotels, a cinema, art installations, and the brand new Jewel Changi area.

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Singapore's Changi Airport has four terminals. T1, T2 and T3 are all interconnected, which means you can go anywhere within those three terminals after immigration via walking or by the free Skytrains. This opens up opportunities to go shopping at more stores or go lounge-hopping.

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Changi Terminal 3 Some of the airlines that operate out of Terminal 3 include (but are not limited to) Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, EVA Air, ANA and Vietnam Airlines. Looking for something interesting to do?

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Before the opening of Terminal 3, the Skytrain system was upgraded from the original Adtranz C-100 system to the new Mitsubishi Crystal Mover system, which expanded the service from a simple 2-station line to a 7-station network. All Changi Airport Skytrain services are free of charge.

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To move between T1 and T3 within the transit area, use the inter-terminal travellators located throughout the Departure Transit areas. To travel between T2 and T3 in the public area, use the Mezzanine Level link bridge between the two terminals.

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WITHOUT ONWARD FLIGHT BOARDING PASS Follow the directional signs to get to the boarding gates. Note that passengers are required to go through security screening before heading to the boarding gate of their onward flight.

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For connecting domestic flights, you almost never have to exit and reenter security, though there are some exceptions at airports where the terminals aren't all connected. For domestic-to-international connection, it's still pretty rare that you have to exit and reenter security, even if you're changing terminals.

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