In anticipation of increased travel demand during the Lunar New Year (LNY) period, six airlines at Changi Airport will introduce over 600 supplementary flights to 15 Chinese cities, more than doubling the number of additional flights compared to 2025. From 1 February to 8 March 2026, travellers can enjoy expanded options to destinations including Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chongqing, as well as new routes to Nanchang, Ningbo, Wenzhou, Wuhan, and Zhengzhou.
The additional flights are provided by Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Loong Air, Spring Airlines, and Xiamen Airlines, offering a diverse range of destinations and price points. Notably, Air China, China Eastern, and Xiamen Airlines will each operate over 140 additional flights. This expansion strengthens Singapore’s position as a key gateway to China, with the country being a top holiday destination for Singaporean travellers.
Changi Airport will also enhance its late-night services to improve the travel experience. These include extended early check-in at Terminals 1 and 3, 24-hour operations at the Changi Lounge, and longer operating hours for the Jewel Rain Vortex until midnight. Lim Ching Kiat, Executive Vice President for Air Hub and Cargo Development at Changi Airport Group, stated, “The doubling of flight capacity between China and Singapore this Lunar New Year reflects the strong travel demand we continue to see between China and Singapore, as well as the close partnerships we have built with our airline partners.”
As Singapore is currently linked to 37 cities in China, these additional flights will provide more travel options for holidaymakers from both countries, further enhancing connectivity and convenience during the festive season.
