Singapore Airports: 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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Navigating the skies to Singapore? You’re in for a treat! This vibrant city-state boasts a hospitable hub for business aviation, complete with exemplary services and facilities. However, as the Asia-Pacific region resumes activity, strategic pre-planning becomes imperative due to the combination of constrained aviation support infrastructure and heightened air traffic projections.
This overview is designed to provide indispensable information for the seamless operation of a business aircraft to Singapore. It guides you in making an informed decision and choosing the optimal airport for your specific requirements.
Singapore Airport Options
There are two airport options for Singapore, and each has its pros and cons. For many General Aviation (GA) operators, Seletar (WSSL) is the preferred airport option. With a runway of 6,024 feet (ft.) (1,836 meters [m]) and a new terminal building, Seletar has become a more viable option for larger GA aircraft. However, in certain circumstances, Changi Intl (WSSS) may be a better choice. Both Seletar and Changi are 24-hour airports of entry with full aircraft services and support available. In 2019, Seletar implemented Noise Abatement procedures between 1400 to 2300 UTC. Seletar is primarily a GA airfield and is a level 2 schedule facilitated airport. Both airports are relatively close to the city center, with Seletar a 20-minute drive and Changi about 25 minutes to downtown.Seletar (WSSL)

Curfews

- 0130 to 0230 UTC / 0930 to 1030 LT;
- 0400 to 0500 UTC / 1200 to 1300 LT;
- 0700 to 0800 UTC / 1500 to 1600 LT;
- 0900 to 1000 UTC / 1700 to 1800 LT.
Slots
At this moment, no airport slots are needed for Seletar. However, Seletar intends to implement slots eventually when the traffic increases and runway utilization will need to be further managed.Parking
Aircraft parking is beginning to become an issue with the increase in traffic to Seletar. Power-in/power-out parking spots are usually available for most aircraft types. If you plan to stay more than 24 hours, however, you will be towed to a Compact Parking Area, but crew members do not need to be present for aircraft repositioning.FBOs & Ground Handling
Facilities

Ground handling

In 2022, Universal Aviation Singapore, based at Seletar Airport (WSSL), earned Stage 3 accreditation under the International Standard for Business Aviation Handling (IS-BAH).
Equipment

Fuel
Fuel prices are generally higher at Seletar than at Changi. The current fuel vendor is providing a more competitive rate but can still not match Changi. Regular fueling hours at Seletar are Monday-Friday, 0730-2200 local, and weekends/holidays, 0830-1730 local. Fuel uplifts can be arranged outside regular hours; however, at least two hours notice is required to set up overtime. There are charges to pay for after-hours fueling. The costs for fuel truck callouts varies according to the contract for the relevant periods. There are also overtime charges which apply to aircraft refueling during regular hours, but the uplift is completed beyond operating hours, or the uplift is scheduled after normal operating hours. Be aware that there may also be overtime charges to have your ground handler available outside of normal hours.Security
Airport security at Seletar is good, with 5-meter-high perimeter fencing, CCTV, controlled airside access, and 24-hour patrols conducted by airport police. Private vehicles are not permitted to pick up or drop off passengers airside.CIQ
CIQ clearance at Seletar occurs within the terminal building, and processing can be slower, especially during peak traffic. There is only 1 counter and X-Ray machine to serve both arrival and departure movements. Priority will be given to departing passengers and crew.Changi (WSSS)

Slots
Airport slots are required. You may only request airport slots seven days in advance of operation and, due to airport congestion, you may not get precisely the slots you request. Slots for Business aviation are very challenging with the growth in commercial traffic.Parking
Currently, aircraft parking is limited as Changi continues to prioritize the return of commercial flights. If it is available, you will compete directly with scheduled commercial airlines and will be parked on remote stands away from the terminal.FBOs & Ground Handling
Facilities
Business Aviation passengers are required to use the dedicated Commercially Important Passenger (CIP) terminal located beside Terminal 2. This is privately run and allows these passengers to use secured and separate CIQ facilities away from the main terminal. There is also a private driveway for pick-ups and drop-offs and a lounge and business center.Ground handling
Changi ground handling services are more expensive than at Seletar. Services here are primarily through 3rd parties and require close coordination. Universal Aviation Singapore provides trained supervisory services at Changi. There are currently three runways at Changi.Fuel
Fuel is cheaper at Changi compared to at Seletar. A large part of this is due to the many airlines that operate through Changi and the large quantity they uplift. As such, fueling priority is given to the airliners. Fuel is provided through a common underground hydrant system and uses two companies to act as into-plane agents.Hotels

Ground Transport

Catering
