Singapore Changi Airport

Changi Airport is the terminus of the East-West line of the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail system. While cheap, the MRT is aimed squarely at commuters: there are no express services; the trains are regular commuter trains without baggage storage (although many of the train sets have handrails installed in place of seats in order to occupy more standing passengers with luggage), and can get quite crowded during rush hour (mornings towards the city, evenings towards the airport). But if you're not in a rush, don't have too much luggage or are staying near a station, the train can still be worthwhile.

The station sits between Terminals 2 and 3, and is well indicated from Terminal 1; access to Terminal 4 requires you to take a bus that stops at Terminals 1 or 3. You'll need to change trains at Tanah Merah – exit on the left hand side door and cross the platform if you are heading to the city, or right hand side in the unlikely event that you're heading to the northern residential areas of Simei, Tampines or Pasir Ris. When returning to the airport from either direction, cross to the middle platform. If you use the Downtown Line, transfer at the Expo station, the first one after the airport. It should cost you less than $3 (Singapore dollars) to get anywhere from the airport, for instance the 40-minute ride to City Hall station costs $2.30 and you can pay by tapping any Visa/Mastercard on the gates. Trains run Mondays to Saturdays from 05:30 and Sundays from 06:00 every 10 minutes until midnight. See Singapore#Get around for more details and other payment options.

A Ground Transport Desk is available in the arrival hall at all terminals and can arrange shuttle bus transfers, with hourly departures between 7 AM to 11 PM daily. The shuttle costs $10 per adult and $7 per child (aged 12 years and below) and will take you to most downtown hotels. Quite frankly, it's hard to see why you'd want to use this: for a solo traveler it's more expensive yet slower than the MRT, while for two or more a far faster and more convenient taxi/Grab will be about the same price.

Transtar Travel operates a coach service from Terminals 1 and 4 to Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration and Quarantine Complex (CIQ). Fares are $10 from Changi Airport to Johor Bahru, and RM10 in the reverse direction. Payment is accepted by cash and EZ-Link card. The first bus departs at 8:15AM and the last leaves at 11:15PM.

If you are heading to Batam or Bintan, there is a shuttle service from Terminals 1 and 4 to Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT), with the journey costing $4 in each direction.

Taxi remains the fastest way to travel to the City Centre, taking around 30 minutes. Keep in mind the additional surcharges for trips from the airport.

There are 2 types of taxis to choose from, depending on how many people are travelling together.

• Taxi (cab) is easiest - simply follow the signs after clearing customs. Meters are always used in Singapore. A trip to the city during the day will be $20–40 including a $8 airport surcharge from 5PM to midnight and $6 at other times. An additional 50% surcharge of the final fare applies daily 00:01-05:59, while a 25% surcharge is applicable 06:00-09:30 weekdays & 18:00-00:00 daily. By law, a taxi can carry a maximum of 4 passengers.

Taxis are easily available at the airport and you need not call one if you are traveling from there. If you are traveling to the airport however, calling ahead may be a better option.

• • Comfort or Citycab, ☏ +65 6552 1111. 
  • Premier Taxis, ☏ +65 6363 6888. 
  • SMRT, ☏ +65 6555 8888. 
  • Transcab, ☏ +65 6555 3333. 
• An airport transfer service, bookable from the Ground Transport Concierge at the arrival levels, charge a flat rate of $55 or $60 for a party of 4 or 7 respectively, to anywhere in the city. These are a pretty good deal after midnight, as you can skip the queue and avoid the surcharge. The same pricing applies to chartering van-sized cabs,which are good for large families if you have lots of baggage.

Private hire car services Grab, Gojek, Tada Mobility, and Ryde enable you to book a ride using the respective apps from your phone. This is often cheaper than taking a taxi and can be faster too if there's a queue. Head to the designated pickup points at the arrival levels of T1, T2, or T3, and pay attention to the door number, since this is how the drivers will find you in the scrum.

A number of bus routes serve the airport and take you to the city center and other points at eastern and northern Singapore, but they are generally not optimised to bring luggage. If you wish to look at the views of Singapore from ground level at a leisurely pace however, they can be of great use. Bus terminals are in the basements of T1, T2 and T3, and at ground level at T4 next to Car Park 4B.

• Route 24 serves the airport from Ang Mo Kio, Serangoon, as well as Tai Seng, Macpherson, Paya Lebar, Eunos, Kembangan, Bedok, Tanah Merah, and Upper Changi MRT stations
• Route 27 traverses Hougang, Buangkok, Sengkang, and Tampines before entering the airport premises.
• Route 34 follows a similar route as Route 27 but only serves Punggol before Tampines.
• Route 36 goes directly to the city center and takes roughly one hour travelling on expressways through the East Coast to City Hall and Orchard Road.
• Route 53 takes you to the airport from Bishan and Serangoon MRT stations as well as Pasir Ris region.
• Route 110 is an express bus from Sengkang MRT station to the airport
• Route 858, connecting the airport with Woodlands, Sembawang, and Yishun MRT stations, is ideal if you are heading towards the northern part of the country or the land crossing with Malaysia.

All buses serve terminals 1 to 3; only routes 24, 34, 36, and 110 make a stop at Terminal 4.

Buses generally run from 05:30 to midnight every day. Fares vary depending on distance, but a ride to the city should cost around $2.50. You can pay by tapping in a bank card or mobile wallet, as well as store valued cards, Singapore Tourist Pass, or exact fare in cash to the driver.

The airport is at the terminus of the Pan Island Expressway (PIE), the East Coast Parkway (ECP), and the Tampines Expressway (TPE). A drive to Tampines takes 10 minutes, to Downtown, Woodlands, & central Singapore 30 to 40 minutes; a drive to Jurong at the western end of the expressway is twice as long. All parking lots except the one for Terminal 1 and Jewel Changi are eligible for long term parking, with parking rates capped at $57.60/24 hours; short term or general parking at all terminals are at a rate of $0.04/minute, starting from 10 minutes after entrance. An open-air parking lot between Terminal 2 and JetQuay terminal offers a cheaper parking rate of $35/24 hours or $0.035/minute.

Car rental counters are open 7AM to 11PM. Mainstream brands have their respective kiosks at the arrival level of all terminals except terminal 1.

• 🌍 Jewel Changi Airport (directly connected to Terminal 1; walk across the link bridge from 2 and 3; from Terminal 4, take the bus to Terminal 2). 24 hours. Most shops & attractions: Daily 10AM-10PM. A shopping mall with many restaurants and shops, many of which have their only outlet in Singapore here. Even the locals do come often to bask in the semi-indoor cool tropical greeneries after a hearty meal & a day of shopping. Head to the Canopy Park at Level 5 for assorted mazes and walks between hedges, or the Shiseido Forest Valley to shelter under the trees. The iconic Rain Vortex is the world's highest fountain, whose water showers down rather than shoots up, and at night it becomes the stage for a light and sound show. If you don't want to move landside, you can see the fountain by taking the skytrain between Terminal 3 Concourse B and Terminal 2 Concourse E. (updated May 2019)

• There are several kinetic art installations at each terminal. The most significant ones include the Kinetic Rain at Terminal 1 that displays sequence of raindrops forming shapes as they go up and down and Daisy at Terminal 3, a windmill whose movement corresponds to the movement of travelers within its immediate area.
• If you have at least 5 hours and 30 minutes of transit time to spare, you can join the Free Singapore Tour. After check-in at one of their counters (Terminal 2: near Gate F50, Terminal 3: near Gates A1-A8), you get to travel as a group and seeing a choice of the modern skylines or ethnic areas at the city center, the local neighborhood of Changi, or the gardens and shops in Jewel Changi.

Even if you are stuck in the airport, there are plenty of ways to kill time as each terminal has a unique design and the airside areas of T1, T2, and T3 are attractions in themselves. T2, arguably the most interesting, has an indoor garden, a music listening area with couches and mood lighting, a computer gaming room, a small cinema (you can bring your luggage trolleys inside and park them at the back), paid massage services and, of course, plenty of duty-free shops. T3 has a butterfly garden and plenty of natural light, but fewer entertainment options. T1 has a swimming pool for $13.91 and Jacuzzi, both open until 23:00. There is an outdoor cactus garden on the roof of T1. You can travel between the main terminals without passing through immigration and, if you have no checked-in luggage to collect, you can clear passport control and customs at any terminal. T4 is smaller than the other three terminals, but has a Peranakan heritage area with exhibits about Peranakan culture and history.

• Movie theaters with several current movies are played in the loop at Terminals 2 and 3. Simply park your trolley and tuck in, for no charge!
• There is at least one TV lounge at every terminal, inviting football fans to watch matches live.
• Let your kids enjoy their time at the play area in Terminals 1 (public area) and 3 (public area & transit area behind Louis Vuitton)
• Have a little time for art? Create your own woodblock print at the art stations in Terminals 1, 2, and 3.

Being a tropical country, the airport tries to introduce native flora for travelers who lucked out of visiting Southeast Asian gardens and jungles, or just to unwind themselves.

• Terminal 1: Cactus Garden, Water Lily Garden, Discovery Garden, Piazza Garden
• Terminal 2: Enchanted Garden, Orchid Garden, Sunflower Garden
• Terminal 3: Butterfly Garden, Crystal Garden
• Terminal 4: Steel In Bloom

• Singapore Airlines has a SilverKris lounge for First Class & Business class passengers, and another lounge for Krisflyer Gold members in Terminals 2 and 3. While you can access the lounges at either terminal regardless of your destination, the lounges at terminal 3 have a larger space in addition to The Private Room, a dining lounge exclusively for First Class passengers with made-to-order dishes.
• Pay-per-use lounges enables you to work in a more comfortable space, take a shower, eat a little snack, or have a short nap during a long transit for a fee. Merhaba operates a lounge at Terminals 1 & 3, while Ambassador Transit Lounge can be found at Terminals 2 and 3, each with a dedicated transit hotel, and Blossom has one lounge at Terminal 4. Changi Lounge at Jewel Changi also offers paid access, the only landside lounge in the airport.
• Ground services dnata & SATS have lounges at each terminal. Inquire your airline about which lounge they use.
• British Airways, Emirates, Qantas and Qatar Airways have large dedicated lounges for First and Business Class passengers in Terminal 1 with shower facilities, food and drink, Wi-Fi access and internet terminals.
• Cathay Pacific has a lounge for First and Business Class passengers in Terminal 4.
• Plaza Premium Lounge has a lounge in Terminal 1, and another one jointly run with SATS in Terminal 4.
• Local bank DBS operates DBS Asia Treasures Lounge in Terminal 3 for their private banking clients.

Priority Pass holders have access to all of the pay-per-use lounges.

Many of the establishments can be found at Level 3, where there are also facilities such as a playground and a viewing mall, where you can see aircraft movement at the terminal.

• Anjappar, Terminal 1 Level 3. 24 hours. Indian cuisine with focus in southern Indian, especially the Chennai region. (updated Aug 2023)
• Heavenly Wang, Terminal 1 Level 2. Daily 7:30AM-10PM. Be here for a quick Singapore style breakfast such as Kopi & Teh, kaya toast, and soft-boiled eggs, or something more substantial like Nasi Lemak or chicken congee. (updated Nov 2022)
• Penang Culture, Level 3. Daily 10:30AM-11PM. Savor the street food favorites from the Malaysian island town, such as nasi lemak, fried kway teow (rice vermicelli), or prawn noodle soup in a fine-dining setting. From $10. (updated Aug 2023)
• Staff Canteen, Terminal 1 Car Park 1B (Terminal 1: From Departures take lifts 8 or 9 behind row 13 to Level B1. From Arrivals head past Changi Meet & Greet for the lift of the same number. Go down the stairs on the left at the end of the passage.). Daily 06:00-22:00. Featuring a wide array of local food at local prices, this miniature hawker centre is where the airport staff eat. Best of all, it's also open to the public, albeit a little hidden & with a slightly higher price. $5-$10. (updated May 2019)
• Terrace Chinese Kitchen, Level 3. Daily 8AM-11PM. Dim sum and other Chinese stir-fried dishes. From $6. (updated Nov 2022)
• TGM & Root 98, level 3. Choice of Japanese or Korean specialties and vegetarian under one roof. The set menu is a deal worth trying. From $15. (updated Aug 2023)

• Crave, Level 2 (near Discovery Garden). Daily 5AM-10PM. Taste the famous Adam Road Nasi Lemak (coconut rice) that you can pay per ingredient, and pair it with Teh Tarik (milk tea) From $7. (updated Nov 2022)
• Food Gallery, Level 3. 24 hours. The food court offering diverse Singaporean delicacies. (updated May 2019)
• Ippudo Express, Level 2 near D Gates (near Discovery Garden). 24 hours. Head here for a quick ramen stop with various toppings from the famous Japanese chain. From $10. (updated Aug 2023)
• O'Learys Sports Bar, Level 3. Daily 6AM-midnight. Premium diner style dishes and drinks from the bar to enjoy while catching up with the ongoing sport matches on screen. Food from $25, drinks from $15. (updated Aug 2023)
• Ya Kun Kaya Toast, Level 2 (near Discovery Garden). 6AM-midnight. The famous Singapore Kopitiam franchise with its renowned toast with kaya jam, or try it together with a bowl of soft boiled egg and a cup of coffee. Set menus from $6, drinks from $2. (updated Aug 2023)

• Jinjja Kitchen, Level 2 (near Check-In Row 1 and entrance to MRT station). Korean style fried chicken and other assorted Korean delights such as kimchi fried rice, Korean-style pasta, and stew. $8-$15. (updated Nov 2023)
• Jones the Grocer. Coffee shop from Australia featuring warm coffee and cold smoothies. Snacks range from pastries and sandwiches to fruit cups and salads. (updated Nov 2023)
• XW Western Grill, Level 3. Flame grilled chicken, steak, and fish, accompanied with a free flow of salad from the self-service bar. $15-$25. (updated Nov 2023)
• Staff Canteen, Terminal 2 Car Park 2A (Terminal 2: From Departures or Arrivals follow the sign to Car Park 2A, then take the lift to level 3, followed by the stairs up to level 3M.). Daily 06:00-22:00. Essentially the same as its Terminal 1 counterpart. $5-$10. (updated Jan 2024)

• Chutney Mary, Level 3. 24 hours. Craving the authentic Indian spices? Head here for either a light street snack or a more substantial thali set. (updated May 2019)
• Kaveri Indian Vegetarian. One of the few vegetarian friendly restaurants at the airport. Specialises in southern Indian flavours. (updated May 2019)
• Straits Food Village, Level 3. 24 hours. A food court offering assorted dishes from Singapore in a rustic wood atmosphere. Order the food by selecting from the kiosk and pick up your meal from the restaurant when your number is called. (updated May 2019)
• The Satay Club by Harry's, Level 2. 24 hours. Primarily Malay and Indonesian favorites such as satay (grilled skewered meats), nasi goreng (fried rice), gado-gado (salad with peanut sauce), and deep-fried kueh. Grill section also expansive with kushi-yaki style skewers like wagyu beef or tiger prawn. (updated Nov 2023)

Terminal 3 offers by far the most complete eating options, especially at the publicly accessible level B2 that is like a mall in itself.

• 4 Fingers Curry Chicken, Level B2, ☏ +65 6214 3995. M-Th 11AM-9PM, F-Sa 11AM-10PM. Crispy chicken that is good on its own or mixed with seafood for more protein, or rice for a more balanced meal. Can be enjoyed a la carte or with a combo of drinks & fries. From $12. (updated Nov 2022)
• Curry Times, Level B2, ☏ +65 6447 8068. Daily 8AM-10PM. Owned by the famous curry puff vendor Old Chang Kee, with its signature dishes such as curry chicken, fish fillet rice, prata, curry bun, and classic Singapore desserts. Mains $8-$15. (updated Nov 2022)
• Kopitiam, Basement 2. 24 hr. Food court serving local dishes at reasonable prices (by airport standards). From $6. (updated Jan 2020)
• Paradise Dynasty, Level 3. A cavernous Chinese restaurant with mainly dishes made for sharing. Its specialty dish, xiao long bao (steamed dumpling filled with meat and soup) is worth to try. (updated Aug 2023)
• Mr. Teh Tarik, Level B2. The pulled milk tea (Teh Tarik) is not to be missed. There are also something more substantial such as assorted roti prata or roti john flavors, briyani rice, and fried noodle or rice. Snacks & drinks from $2. (updated Nov 2022)
• Swensen's, Level B2. Serves diner-style breakfast and snacks, steaks, pastas and pizzas, and of course, ice cream. (updated May 2019)

• LeNu Chef Wai's Noodle Bar, Level 2. 5AM-2AM. In mood for something warm and hearty? Head here to savor its noodle with a choice of beef or pork broth, simmered for at least 12 hours resulting in rich flavor and high protein content, or congee with toppings you can select from, including the recommended silk tofu and century egg. (updated Jun 2019)
• The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck, Level 2 Departure Lounge Central. 6AM-1AM. Enjoy breakfast in the morning or steak, pasta, and pizza in the afternoon and evening, with recipes tailored by the renowned chef. (updated May 2019)
• Singapore Food Street, Level 3. 24 hours. A 1960s-themed food court offering culinary delights from the island nation. (updated May 2019)

• Kopitiam, Level 2M. Perhaps the only food court on landside. Prices comparable to outside establishments. (updated May 2019)
• Ma Mum, Level 1. Halal-certified laksa, chicken rice, and noodle soups, some with a touch of Thai spiciness. From $7. (updated May 2019)
• Old Street Bak Kut Teh, Level 1. 24 hours. Specializing in one of Singapore's favorite delicacies, pork ribs herbal soup (Bak Kut Teh). Also provides comfort food such as congee & pork noodle. From $7. (updated Aug 2023)

• International Food Hall, Level 2M. 24 hours. Food court offering a diverse range of dishes from all over the world. (updated May 2019)
• Tiger Den, Level 2 (next to WH Smith, opposite the row of shops). Enjoy Singapore's very own beer, tapped up to a pitcher or bottled. (updated Jun 2019)
• Crystal Jade GO, Level 2. An extensive selection of dim sum in addition to noodles and congees. Look for its set menu which for a cheaper price makes a complete meal. Set menus $14-20. Dim sum $5-8, Main course $10-15. (updated Jun 2019)

A shopping mall adored by locals & transiting passengers alike, restaurants that cater to many tastes of the world are peppered across 7 levels of this spherical building. Many are sit-down establishments in a space designed akin to fine dining places, some with a lucky view of the gushing Rain Vortex, while others offer snacks that can be enjoyed as you stroll around. For something cheaper yet substantial & still authentic Singaporean, head into the food court at level B2.

• Burger & Lobster, Level 5, ☏ +65 6971 6126. Level 5. Beef burgers & assorted lobster platters, whole or as a sushi roll. Mains $15-$25, lobster dishes $25-$65. (updated Nov 2022)
• Food Republic, Level B2. Daily 10AM-10PM. Want to eat but not limited to a specific restaurant? The food court at level B2 serves a wide range of options, from local highlights to international choices. (updated Dec 2022)
• Poulet Bijou, Level 1, ☏ +65 6243 7820. Daily 11:30AM-10PM. Modern French bistro featuring soups, pot pies & its signature roast chicken with a choice of diane, mushroom cream, or cranberry sauce. (updated Nov 2022)
• Shang Social, Level 1, ☏ +65 6346 0260. Lunch: M-Th 11:30AM-3PM, F-Su 11:30AM-4PM; dinner: Su-Th 5-9PM, F-Sa 5-10PM. Dim sum for lunch or authentic dishes from mainland China all day. Dim sum $5-$15, Mains $25-$75. (updated Nov 2022)
• Tonito Latin American Kitchen, Level 2, ☏ +65 6904 3975. Daily 11:30AM-10:30PM. Classic tapas, Mexican light bites, Peruvian stews, and Argentinian pastas Mains $25-$30. (updated Nov 2022)
• Violet Oon, Level 1, ☏ +65 9834 9935. Weekdays: 12-3PM, 6-10PM; weekends 12-10PM. Peranakan-style cuisine, from satays, pratas, rendang, to sweet desserts. Special vegan menu also available. Mains $20-$30, desserts $15. (updated Nov 2022)
• The World is Flat, Level 1, ☏ +65 8590 4900. Su-Th: 11:30AM-10PM (last order 9:15PM) F-Sa 11:30AM-10:30PM (last order 9:40PM). A former staple for alcoholic drinks at Terminal 1, the bar at its new location still serves draft beer & zesty cocktail mixes. For something more substantial, enjoy filling burgers and hearty sandwiches, or donburi (Japanese rice dish) from its sister restaurant next door, Tanuki Raw. Happy hour all day Sunday & 3-7PM other days. Sandwiches $25-$35, cocktail & beer from $10 (happy hour). (updated Nov 2022)
• Birds of Paradise, Level 1, ☏ +65 9757 9892. Daily 11AM-10PM. Premium ice cream with a local twist, such as the bestseller white chrysanthemum, sea salt hojicha, coconut, spiced pear, pandan, and lemongrass. $6 per cone. (updated Nov 2022)

• 7-Eleven, Terminal 1 Level 3. For a small drink or snack that you can take for or after your flight. (updated Nov 2022)
• Bacha Coffee, Terminals 1 & 3, Level 2, ☏ +65 6343 1910. Daily 6AM-midnight. A coffee boutique offering over 200 products of Arabica loose beans, brewed in tradition since 1910 from Marrakesh in Morocco. (updated Nov 2022)
• Bee Cheng Hiang, Terminals 1,2,3,4 Level 2, Jewel Changi Level 1. Varies between 7AM to 11PM. Most famous for its bakkwa, a Singaporean delicacy resembling sweet bacon or jerky, cut in various shapes and sizes, freshly BBQed for near-future consumption or vacuum packed for longer shelf life. Also sells meat floss and mini cookies. Bakkwas from $15. (updated May 2019)

• Cheers, Terminals 3 & 4 Level 3. For a small drink or snack that you can take for or after your flight. (updated Nov 2022)
• Discover Singapore, One at each end of all terminals. Daily 6AM-midnight. For your last minute gift ideas on Singaporean memorabilia and icons as souvenirs. 
• Irvin's (Terminal 1: Transit Area near C Gates. Terminal 2: Transit Area Center. Jewel Changi). 7AM to 11PM or sold out. One of the new delicacies of Singapore you can effortlessly take home with: bite sized fried fish skin (or cassava or potato chips) coated with salted egg. The fish skin usually sells out by mid afternoon! Whoever tries will be addicted. (updated May 2019)
• TWG Tea Boutique, All terminals. Daily 6AM-1AM. A lineup of loose tea leaves with assorted local & international flavors, or enjoy the flavorful macarons. (updated Nov 2022)
• Wine & Spirits Duplex Store, Terminals 2 & 3. 24 hours. Discover a complete library of wine, spirits, and liquor from around the world, showcased in individually-designed boutiques or in a chiller you can walk into. (updated Nov 2022)

• Changi Recommends, All terminals, level 1. Sells SIM Cards with humongous internet quotas or alternatively, rent a WiFi that can be shared with multiple devices. Inbound travelers can also benefit from pre-purchase of admission tickets to tourist attractions as well as tourist passes. Departing passengers can purchase rail passes for Japan or rent WiFi for other countries. (updated Jun 2019)
• Gift by Changi Airport, Jewel Changi Level 4. Daily 10AM-10PM. A landside souvenir shop for last-minute memento ideas, including vintage postcards & lion dolls. (updated Nov 2022)
• Muji, Jewel Changi Levels 2 & 3, ☏ +65 6241 1385. Daily 10AM-10PM. Japanese retailer with focus on minimalist yet functional clothing & apparel lines and household items. (updated Nov 2022)
• Pokemon Center, Jewel Changi Level 4. Daily 10AM-10PM. An official shop that recreates the Pokémon Center featured in the world of the video game, and the first outside Japan. (updated Nov 2022)
• Sauce Legend, Jewel Changi Level 1, ☏ +65 6289 9288. Daily 12-8PM. Artisan condiments commonly used in Asian delicacies, such as soy sauce, fish sauce, prawn chili sauce, and whole salted beans. (updated Nov 2022)
• Hands, Jewel Changi Level 2, ☏ +6562427903. Daily 10AM-10PM. Formerly known as Tokyu Hands, acquired by another company in 2022. Off-brand stationeries, houseware, and skincare products imported from Japan. (updated Nov 2022)

Snooze lounges for a little nap or lounging while charging your devices can be found at all terminals. Though they are often packed, travelers do come and go quite frequently within the hour.

• Terminal 1: Level 3, opposite O'Leary's Sports Bar
• Terminal 3: Level 2, along the passage behind the shops with a view of the runway.
• Terminal 4: Level 2M, opposite International Food Hall

For a more substantial sleep on real beds, there are transit hotels in Terminals 1, 2, and 3.

• 🌍 Aerotel, Terminal 1 Level 3, ☏ +65 6808 2388, hello.sin@myaerotel.com. Rooms of assorted sizes from 1 to 4 people, with either shared or private showers. Also operates a swimming pool and gym (fee applicable for non-hotel guests) . From $90 per 6-hour increment. (updated Jun 2019)
• Ambassador Transit Hotel, Level 3, Terminals 2 and 3. Rooms from 1 to 3 people, most with private showers. Also offers lounge and gym facilities (fee applicable for non-hotel guests), in addition to pampering package. From $100 per 6 hour increment (Budget Room in Terminal 2 only $60 per 6 hour increment). (updated Jun 2019)

Central Singapore is only 30 minutes away by taxi, so if you have a longer layover it's worth venturing into the city. There is no budget accommodation near the airport, but the East Coast district of Geylang has plenty and it can be reached in 20 minutes by MRT.

• 🌍 Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, 75 Airport Blvd #01-01 (connected to Terminal 3), ☏ +65 6823 5300. Regular winner of "best airport hotel" awards, and also has well soundproofed planespotting rooms with direct runway views from your bed. Lovely palm-lined pool area, gym, spa, bar, two restaurants. From $240 per night. 
• 🌍 YOTELAIR Changi, Jewel Changi Level 4, ☏ +65 6407 7888. A more affordable option within the airport. Small, windowless rooms but featuring modern design and amenities. A room fit for 4 is also readily available. In-house restaurant with breakfast for extra fee. From $190 per night. (updated Jun 2019)

There are two small clusters of hotels near the airport: leisure hotels near Changi Village, and business hotels at Changi Business Park. Both are under 15 minutes away by taxi.

• 🌍 Capri by Fraser, Changi City, 3 Changi Business Park Central 1, Changi (Changi Business Park, nearest MRT Expo). A larger & more modern hotel than its neighbour, the Park Avenue. Rooms are like suites with a kitchenette. Each room has an iPod dock & DVD player. Airport transfer is free. From $250. 
• 🌍 Changi Cove, 351 Cranwell Road, Changi (Changi Village). Rooms are fairly spacious and close to the beach. You'll have your own Nespresso coffee machine, L'Occitane toiletries, and a wall on your room where you can write everything! Complete facilities such as wide restaurants & a swimming pool. From $240. 
• 🌍 Park Avenue Changi, 2 Changi Business Park Avenue 1, Changi (nearest MRT Station: Expo), ☏ +65 6823 5300. 171 rooms, including 70 suites with kitchenette. Each room has an iPod dock & flat screen TV. There's an outdoor swimming pool & fitness centre, but no restaurants. From $170. 
• 🌍 Village Hotel Changi (Formerly Le Meridien Changi Village), 1 Netheravon Road, Changi, ☏ +65 6379 7111. Basic rooms but might be a bit less spacious. A wide infinity swimming pool & restaurant. Airport transfer is free. From $240.