Singapore Airport
- Changi -
2009 Best Airport Winner
Lasting Impressions....
"The roving police (Changi Airport) are scary, they don't let you sleep in peace. They keep on waking me up and asking me for my passport and boarding pass despite the fact that they recognize me (asked me 4 times in total, same people every time)." (toyotaboy95)
"Even if you have the cash to spring on a hotel room in Singapore, I would recommend a night in the airport." (Josh)
"To my consternation all of the chaise lounges were fully occupied by SATS staff, who were sleeping either on or off-duty" (rachel)
"Having been travelled to at least 15 countries and have had transit to countless airport .. I would definitely rate Singapore Airport as the best in the world" (Julian Burn)
"We were in transit from Auckland to Malaysia and the place was crowded with not even 1 seat spare, toilets were constantly being cleaned but obviously not by experienced cleaners" (?)
"Got nudged with the tip of a machine gun in mid sleep and had to show my passport. " (?)
"my first experience at the Singapore airport was amazing-better then my house- free internet, video games..what else could a lone 19 yr old american girl traveler ask for?" (a)
"There are two rest areas with comfortable couches and even with an alarm clock to wake you up in time for your flight." (Bram)
"There's really no reason to leave the airport." (Guenther Thoemmes)
""I highly recommend the Singapore Airport for security, comfort and available amenities" (John Ananda)
Quick Reference Airport Guide
Here is some information that we've picked out of from your reviews. Be sure to read the review pages for the most up-to-date info:
- staff have taken over the Oasis lounge for their own sleeping needs
- the airport hotel rents rooms by the hour
- free massage chairs in Oasis Lounge
- free internet kiosks
- quiet
- massage services
- showers (for a fee)
- pool
- sauna
- free movie theatre
- comfortable seating for the most part although plastic seats have been reported here
- clean bathrooms
- crowded in areas
- 24 hour restaurants
A few airport reviews from the archives
by hmasurg, 10/6/2009This airport does deserve the golden pillow award (as well as all the other official acclaimed awards it has earned over the years).If you are a budget or relaxed air traveler then this place is for you.
When I transit at SIN I try to change my flights to have more time to endulge in this place. Basically - good space, great service, much to do, to relax, sleep, shop and entertain.
The older T1 and T2 are well maintained, spacious and full of things to do. A shopping mall, many eatery outlets, Bars and gaming points. First and Business Class lounges are located on the second floor and are outstanding (specially those for Singapore airlines) but honestly you just want to walk around and have fun. There is free Wifi, free computer/internet stands, free recliners with large flat screen TV's in the middle of the terminal around the mall. In terminal hotel to rest showers and a gym (for a fee).
The spaces are vast and if you go to the end of T2 and T1 concourse there are a few gates which are used less and are very qiute, secluded, extremely clean and they also provid FREE reclianers with message! all they ask is that if the area was busy then to kindly limit your relaxation for 15 minutes as courtesy for the other travelers (I slept in these for 90 minutes straight as it was empty). I have seen a few people here sleep and snooz away with no interruptions on the chairs and grounds.
The connection area between T1 and T3 is VERY spacious, clean and quite a great place to relax or just walk around (there are free automated trams between the 3 airports). T3 is their newest terminal and is just as great as T1 and T2 with more new contemporary decor! A great place!
If you are a person who loves to visit airports, relax, unwind, spot planes and enjoy this part of your trip than do what you can to transit/layover at Changi International Airport!
by ?
"I can't believe all the great stories about Singapore airport. We were in transit from Auckland to Malaysia and the place was crowded with not even 1 seat spare, toilets were constantly being cleaned but obviously not by experienced cleaners (if I'm unfortunate to be there again, I'll bring a clothes peg for my nose). The few food places that were open late at night served up last week's food and there wasn't a newspaper to be found in any shop."
by toyotaboy95, 10/11/2009
Had to stay overnight in Singapore due to a delayed flight and connection next morning. The roving police (Changi Airport) are scary, they don't let you sleep in peace. They keep on waking me up and asking me for my passport and boarding pass despite the fact that they recognize me (asked me 4 times in total, same people every time). If not for this, Changi would be an ok place. Also, most of the signs are outdated (old defunct airline logos, FIDS broken, displayed 'GQ' instead of 'SQ'.
