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Singapore and Japan maintain one of Southeast Asia's most significant aviation partnerships. Changi Airport (SIN) — consistently ranked the world's best airport — serves as the primary gateway for Singaporean and transit travelers heading to Japan, and the city-state's carriers have been among the most consistent in restoring and expanding Japan services post-COVID.
The Singapore–Japan market is notable for both business and leisure dimensions: Japan is among Singapore's top three holiday destinations, and the two countries share extensive corporate ties, technology partnerships, and financial sector connections. The 2023–2026 period has seen Scoot — Singapore Airlines Group's LCC — expand aggressively into new Japanese destinations including Haneda and Sendai, while parent Singapore Airlines has fully restored its premium Japan network.
This page covers routes to Japan launched or resumed from 2023 onwards.
The Singapore–Japan market is notable for both business and leisure dimensions: Japan is among Singapore's top three holiday destinations, and the two countries share extensive corporate ties, technology partnerships, and financial sector connections. The 2023–2026 period has seen Scoot — Singapore Airlines Group's LCC — expand aggressively into new Japanese destinations including Haneda and Sendai, while parent Singapore Airlines has fully restored its premium Japan network.
This page covers routes to Japan launched or resumed from 2023 onwards.
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From Singapore — Changi Airport (SIN)
Changi Airport (IATA: SIN) handles all scheduled international passenger flights from Singapore. Consistently rated the world's best airport by Skytrax, Changi operates four passenger terminals and is the hub for both Singapore Airlines and Scoot. Its Japan network is among the most comprehensive in Southeast Asia, with non-stop flights to Tokyo (Narita and Haneda), Osaka, Sapporo, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Okinawa, and Sendai.
| Haneda / Tokyo (HND) | Scoot (スクート) | 2023 — new service (expanded from Narita) |
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| Sendai (SDJ) | Scoot | 2024 — new service |
| Narita / Tokyo (NRT) | Singapore Airlines (シンガポール航空) | Resumed 2022–2023 — multiple daily |
| Haneda / Tokyo (HND) | Singapore Airlines | Resumed 2023 — daily |
| Kansai / Osaka (KIX) | Singapore Airlines | Resumed 2022–2023 |
| Fukuoka (FUK) | Singapore Airlines | Resumed 2023 |
| Sapporo / New Chitose (CTS) | Singapore Airlines | Resumed seasonal 2023 |
| Nagoya (NGO) | Singapore Airlines | Resumed 2023 |
| Narita / Tokyo (NRT) | Scoot | Resumed 2022–2023 |
| Kansai / Osaka (KIX) | Scoot | Resumed 2022–2023 |
| Fukuoka (FUK) | Scoot | Resumed 2023 |
| Naha / Okinawa (OKA) | Scoot | Resumed 2023 |
| Sapporo / New Chitose (CTS) | Scoot | Resumed 2023 |
| Narita / Tokyo (NRT) | Jetstar Asia (ジェットスター・アジア) | Resumed 2023 |
| Kansai / Osaka (KIX) | Jetstar Asia | Resumed 2023 |
| Nagoya (NGO) | Jetstar Asia | Resumed 2023 |
Airlines to Japan
- Singapore Airlines (シンガポール航空)
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Singapore's national carrier and one of the world's most celebrated full-service airlines, a Star Alliance member. Singapore Airlines operates Japan as one of its most important international markets, with connections from Changi to Tokyo (Narita and Haneda), Osaka (Kansai), Fukuoka, Sapporo (seasonal), and Nagoya.
Singapore Airlines restored its Japan network progressively from late 2022, with full frequency recovery by mid-2023. The airline typically offers Business Class (featuring their acclaimed regional business product), Premium Economy, and Economy on Japan routes. Narita (NRT) receives multiple daily frequencies due to high bilateral demand, with Singapore Airlines and its LCC subsidiary Scoot collectively offering high capacity on the Singapore–Tokyo corridor.
For Singaporean travelers, Singapore Airlines provides the premium option with lie-flat Business Class seats on Japan routes, along with extensive frequent flyer program (KrisFlyer) ties to Japanese partner airlines. - Scoot (スクート)
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Singapore Airlines Group's medium and long-haul low-cost carrier. Scoot has been the most active airline in growing Singapore's LCC coverage of Japan, with routes to Narita, Kansai, Fukuoka, Okinawa, Sapporo, and — in an expansion reflecting mature bilateral demand — Haneda and Sendai.
Singapore–Haneda (HND): Scoot added Tokyo Haneda to its network, complementing the existing Narita (NRT) service. Haneda's central location (accessible to inner Tokyo by monorail and Keikyu line) makes it preferred for many travelers over the more distant Narita. Scoot's Haneda slots give Singaporean budget travelers direct access to central Tokyo at LCC prices — previously only possible via Narita or by transiting.
Singapore–Sendai (SDJ): A significant new route for Southeast Asia–Japan connectivity. Sendai is Tohoku's main gateway city — a region rich in onsen, natural scenery (Matsushima, Zao fox village), sake brewing, and cultural tourism. The direct Singapore–Sendai connection is among the first regular LCC services from Southeast Asia to Tohoku, making the region more accessible to independent Singaporean travelers who previously needed to transit through Tokyo.
Scoot operates an Airbus A320/A321 fleet on Japan routes, with ScootPlus (premium economy) available as an upgrade. Its frequent promotions and Singapore Airlines group reliability make it the default LCC choice for Singapore–Japan travel. - Jetstar Asia (ジェットスター・アジア)
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Jetstar's Singapore-based subsidiary (SIA has a stake in Jetstar Asia), operating short to medium-haul budget flights from Changi. Jetstar Asia flies to Narita, Kansai, and Nagoya from Singapore — with the Nagoya route (Chubu Centrair, NGO) providing a direct link to Japan's third-largest metropolitan area that bypasses Tokyo or Osaka.
For Singaporeans visiting central Japan — Nagoya, Gifu, Kyoto, Nara, and parts of the Japan Alps — the direct Changi–Nagoya service offers a convenient landing point. Jetstar's fares compete with Scoot on the Singapore–Japan budget market, giving travelers choice between two quality LCCs.
Japanese Airports Now Served from Singapore (2023–2026 New/Resumed)
The following Japanese airports are served directly from Singapore Changi (SIN):
| Narita / Tokyo (NRT) | From Singapore (SIN) | Singapore Airlines, Scoot, Jetstar Asia (resumed 2022–2023) |
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| Haneda / Tokyo (HND) | From Singapore (SIN) | Singapore Airlines (resumed), Scoot (new 2023) |
| Kansai / Osaka (KIX) | From Singapore (SIN) | Singapore Airlines, Scoot, Jetstar Asia (resumed 2022–2023) |
| Fukuoka (FUK) | From Singapore (SIN) | Singapore Airlines, Scoot (resumed 2023) |
| Sapporo / New Chitose (CTS) | From Singapore (SIN) | Singapore Airlines (seasonal), Scoot (resumed 2023) |
| Nagoya (NGO) | From Singapore (SIN) | Singapore Airlines, Jetstar Asia (resumed 2023) |
| Naha / Okinawa (OKA) | From Singapore (SIN) | Scoot (resumed 2023) |
| Sendai (SDJ) | From Singapore (SIN) | Scoot — new service 2024 |
Getting Around Japan
From the airport to your hotel, and beyond:
Rail / Shinkansen — Bullet trains, local rail and rail passes in Japan (trip.com)
Japan Rail Pass | Tokyo to Kyoto — JR Central | Tokyo to Osaka | Willer (bus) — (Omio)
Car Rental — Self-drive travel around Japan (trip.com)
Airport Transfer — Private and shared transfers from major Japanese airports (Klook)
Japan Rail Pass | Tokyo to Kyoto — JR Central | Tokyo to Osaka | Willer (bus) — (Omio)
Car Rental — Self-drive travel around Japan (trip.com)
Airport Transfer — Private and shared transfers from major Japanese airports (Klook)
Hotels in Japan
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