Is an overnight layover in Singapore worth it?

Singapore is one of the best cities in the world for a layover—it's safe, clean, compact and has an unbeatable food scene. That is, if you can bring yourself to leave the airport and explore the city. Changi International Airport (SIN) is a destination in itself.



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If an overnight stay is necessary whilst you await your alternative flight, we will offer you hotel accommodation and transport to and from the hotel.

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Make your layover longer, and you've got time to sightsee and exercise between flights. The beauty of an overnight stay, as opposed to a long daytime connection, is that you don't have to figure out where to store your luggage while you explore the city. Just drop it at your hotel.

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Staying at Changi Airport overnight Aside from staying at the transit hotels, there are plenty of options for an overnight stay at Changi. There are a few free sleeping lounges with semi-flat recliners. You can even shower at some of the lounges to keep yourself fresh!

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Can you leave the airport during a 12 hour layover Singapore? It depends on where you're from but most nationalities can enter Singapore without a visa. You just fill in a landing card on arrival, they stamp your passport and you're good to leave the airport and explore Singapore.

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Sure, an overnight layover at an airport may not be your favorite way to spend the night, but it's manageable with these tips. Keep in mind, you CAN leave the airport during your layover but you will have to go through security again when you return.

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It takes about 30 minutes to reach downtown Singapore, so we wouldn't recommend leaving the airport unless you have a minimum of 6 hours to kill. That leaves you about two hours to explore.

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Free-to-use Rest Areas
  • Snooze Lounge, Level 2, Departure Transit Hall (near Cocoa Trees)
  • Snooze Lounge, Level 3, Departure Transit Hall (near Sunflower Garden)
  • Sanctuary Lounge [Suspended until further notice], Departure Transit Hall North Pier (opposite E5)


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Jewel Changi Airport is open 24 hours, every day, and welcomes travellers waiting to board flights and tourists visiting Singapore. Stay on this page to know all about Jewel Changi attractions timings, shops and restaurant opening hours, best time to visit and some frequently asked questions!

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As a general rule, most airlines will NOT automatically check your luggage through for an overnight connection. You will normally need collect your luggage when you land, and re-check it the following morning.

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An airport transit visa is generally required if you travel internationally and if you need to transit through a country. Even if you do not intend to leave the airport, you may need an airport transit visa.

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