As far as holiday hotspots go, Australia’s still one of the most popular destinations Singaporeans flock to. Well, who can blame us; the continent-country is home to some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the world, and the laidback vibes its cities exude is a welcome change of pace that folks from the hectic Little Red Dot can appreciate.
But if you’ve already given Perth, Melbourne, the Gold Coast a visit, worry not. Pretty soon, you’ll be able to pack your bags for Western Sydney, as Singapore Airlines will begin operating daily, direct flights to and from the city later in 2026. Here’s all you need to know before putting together an itinerary.
Image credit: Western Sydney International Airport
Just last week, Singapore Airlines had just announced they’ll be working with the Western Sydney International Airport (WSI), which will be opening in October of this year, to launch direct flights between Singapore and Western Sydney.
Image credit: Singapore Airlines
These non-stop flights will be taking off daily, and will be serviced by the airlines’ Airbus A350-900 medium-haul aircraft, which can ferry up to 303 passengers. Vacationers can expect to strap in for these flights starting 23rd November 2026; they’ll be departing Changi Airport every day at 11.30am and arrive at WSI at 10.20pm.
Taking into account the 3-hour time difference between both cities, flight times will float around 7.5 to 8.5 hours. As we speak, flights from Singapore to Western Sydney are already available for booking via the Singapore Airlines website. We’ve had a peek, and round-trip prices for Economy Class seats are currently starting from $881.70/pax.
The Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport.
Image credit: Lebu Ayiga via Google Maps
On top of these new flights to WSI, Singapore Airlines will continue to operate their existing daily flights between Singapore and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport AKA Sydney Airport. This begs the question: which airport should you land at when visiting Sydney? Well, each airport has their own pros and cons, so pick the one that suits your travel plans the best.
For starters, Sydney Airport is much closer to the city centre than WSI; it’s a mere 12km away, or a 13-minute train ride, from the bustling Sydney CBD. On the other hand, you’ll be in for an hour’s drive if you decide to drive from WSI. As such, if you’re planning on visiting attractions located near the city centre such as the Sydney Opera House, landing at Sydney Airport might be more convenient for you.
However, one major drawback of the Sydney Airport is that flights there won’t be able to take off or land 24/7, as it enforces a strict night-time curfew between 11pm and 6am. Meanwhile, WSI will be operating round the clock, so red-eye flights like the ones SQ operate will be available.
Also, WSI is closer to attractions such as the Blue Mountains region; in fact, it’s only a short 20-minute drive from the airport to the famed mountain range. Other must-visit spots up in the West include the Sydney Zoo, the Raging Waters Sydney water park, and the Nepean River.
If you’re thinking of heading Down Under for your next holiday, 2026’s the year to do it. With Singapore Airlines’ new direct flights to WSI, exploring Western Sydney’s great wilderness and family-friendly attractions is made so much more convenient.
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Cover image adapted from: Singapore Airlines, Western Sydney International Airport
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