What is the function of Jewel Changi Airport?

The building extends Changi Airport's principal function as a transit hub, to a public gathering space for Singaporeans and international travelers, establishing a new model for airports as discrete destinations for shopping, entertainment, and social activity.



In 2026, Jewel Changi Airport serves as a world-class "destination hub" that blurs the line between an airport terminal and a lifestyle mall. Its primary function is to serve as a multi-modal transit connector linking Terminals 1, 2, and 3, but it has become a massive tourist draw in its own right. It houses the HSBC Rain Vortex (the world's tallest indoor waterfall) and the Shiseido Forest Valley. Functionally, Jewel offers "Early Check-In" facilities for over 30 airlines, allowing travelers to drop their bags up to 24 hours before their flight and enjoy the 280+ retail and dining outlets. It also provides a "YOTELAIR" for transit naps and the "Changi Lounge" for business travelers. By 2026, Jewel has solidified Singapore's strategy of turning an airport into a place where locals go to hang out and travelers want to have a long layover.

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Make sure you have valid travel documents, permits and visas if applicable. All visitors must pass immigration to exit the transit area before visiting Jewel. Jewel is conveniently connected to all four terminals (allow sufficient time for travelling between terminals).

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Sustainable Design and Features Some of the impressive features of Jewel Changi's sustainable design include: A double-skin facade that optimizes daylight and reduces solar heat gain. Photovoltaic panels generate up to 2% of the complex's energy needs.

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To explore all Jewel Changi attractions and amenities, you should plan to spend at least four to five hours when you visit Jewel Changi Airport.

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JEWEL EARLY CHECK-IN LOUNGE Early check-in is available from 3 hours up to 24 hours prior to your flight at the Jewel Early Check-in Facility, located at Level 1 of Jewel Changi Airport (opens daily from 08:00AM to 12:00AM).

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All visitors must pass immigration to exit the transit area before visiting Jewel. Jewel is conveniently connected to all four terminals (allow sufficient time for travelling between terminals).

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The 40-meter-tall HSBC Rain Vortex officiated as the world's tallest indoor waterfall, is often seen as the sparkling highlight of Jewel. The waterfall's design was inspired by Singapore's tropical rains, adding novelty and wonder to the aimed multi-sensory experience for visitors to Jewel.

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Jewel Changi Airport (Jewel) is a joint venture between Changi Airport Group (CAG) and CapitaLand Investment (CLI). CAG is the majority 51% shareholder while CapitaLand Investment owns the remaining 49%.

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However, The Jewel is located landside before security. If you're transiting and already after security, you might be told you have to clear immigration to get landside to see it. That's not true. It's true to be at The Jewel you need to be landside, but not just to see it.

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Latest Jewel Changi Airport Attraction Ticket Price 2023 Jewel Changi Airport Attraction ticket price - Canopy Park Admission: Starting from S$6.00. Jewel Changi Airport Attraction ticket price - Mastercard® Canopy Bridge + Canopy Park Pass: Starting from S$11.90.

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From Changi Airport Jewel is connected to the Arrival Hall (level 1) of Terminal 1. Jewel is a 5 to 10-minute walk via a link bridge from the Departure Hall (level 2) of Terminal 2 (near row 1). Jewel is a 5 to 10-minute walk via a link bridge from the Departure Hall (level 2) of Terminal 3 (near row 11).

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To take the Skytrain through the Jewel, you need to take the train between Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. If you are in Terminal 1 or 4, you need to get to Terminal 2 or 3 in order to switch to the train that passes through the Jewel. You can take this train from both public areas and secured areas of the airport.

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HSBC Rain Vortex Jewel's centrepiece attraction is the 40m HSBC Rain Vortex – the world's tallest indoor waterfall. Enjoy the light-and-sound show every hour from 7.30pm to 12.30am. To get to Jewel, take the complimentary airport shuttle to Terminal 2 and walk over to Jewel via the link bridge. From Singapore.

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Any person between 3 to 12 years of age for the Jewel Attractions and between 6-12 years of age for CES requires a Ticket for entry into the relevant Attraction and must be accompanied and supervised at all times by his parents/guardians who themselves must also hold a Ticket for admission.

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Yes. However, customers are reminded to ensure that they meet all requirements of their flight itinerary, which may include both transit and entry requirements to their final destination.

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