Singapore to Melbourne (SIN–MEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SIN–MEL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Singapore Airlines, Qantas and Scoot lead the route. The flight covers 3,749 miles in approximately 7h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SQ Singapore Airlines Also: A3, AI, ET, LH, LX, NH, SK, TK, VA | 41 | 359, 388, 77W, 789 | 7h15-7h25 | – | – | A3, AI, ET, LH, LX, NH, SK, TK, VA |
| QF Qantas Also: 6E, AY, EK, FJ, MU, PG, UL | 14 | 332, 333 | 7h20 | – | Oneworld | 6E, AY, EK, FJ, MU, PG, UL |
| TR Scoot | 12 | 789 | 6h34 | – | – | – |
| JQ Jetstar Also: 6E, AY, FJ | 7 | 788 | 7h15 | – | – | 6E, AY, FJ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Melbourne from Singapore
| Metric | SIN→MEL | KUL→MEL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SIN | – | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 349 | 122 |
| Flight time | 7h 20m | 6h 58m |
Travel Essentials
SIN: +08 · MEL: AEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 8:00 PM in Melbourne.
Singaporean passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA, subclass 601) before boarding. Apply through the Australian ETA app. The ETA costs AUD 20, is valid for 12 months, and allows multiple visits of up to 3 months each. Processing is usually instant. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.
SkyBus runs to Southern Cross Station in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24), operating 24/7. Tickets can be bought on the bus, app, or counter in arrivals. Suburban stops are available on selected services.Taxis from the rank cost AUD $55–75 to the CBD (30–40 min, more in traffic). Uber: AUD $35–55. Rental car desks are in the terminal; the off-airport option (cheaper) requires a shuttle. No suburban train exists yet; the airport is not on Melbourne's rail network. Myki transit cards do not cover MEL.
Melbourne's weather is famously variable. "Four seasons in one day" is a local cliché with real operational meaning. The city sits on Port Phillip Bay in a temperate zone. Summer (December–February) averages 25–30°C but can spike above 40°C during northerly heat events. These extreme heat days occasionally cause ground crew restrictions.
Winter (June–August) is cool at 7–14°C with rain and low cloud. Fog-related delays are occasional but not severe. Thunderstorms are most common October through March. Pack layers year-round. The weather changes rapidly. Disruption risk is low by global standards.
SIN–MEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SIN to MEL
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) are connected by nonstop service from Singapore Airlines, Qantas, Scoot and Jetstar. With 349 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SIN to MEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SIN to MEL is about 7 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,749 miles (6,033 km). There are approximately 349 weekly flights outbound and 368 return, totaling 717 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Adelaide and Perth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sepang (KUL).