Airport lounges at Singapore Changi Airport

We don’t mean to brag, but we’ve got one of the best airports in the world. While you can easily kill time walking around Singapore Changi Airport, there’s an even better way to wait before boarding your flight: by checking into an airport lounge. It’s also a game-changer if you’re waiting out flight delays. 

One misconception about getting into airport lounges is that you need to travel in Business or First Class in order to qualify – or use certain credit cards. But we’re here to debunk that. There are also pay-per-use lounges and 3rd party memberships that give you access to certain airport lounges in Singapore and around the world – whether you’re flying Business or on a low-cost carrier. Read on to find out more. 

Is it worth paying for an airport lounge in Singapore?

Ah, the age-old question that’s probably popped into your mind if you’re a frequent traveller. Depending on what time your flight departs and whether you’re catching a flight from home or the office, it may actually make financial sense to pay for lounge access. Especially if the alternative is to hail a cab home before making your way to the airport on another cab.

There are 2 ways you can do this: 

Buy a 1-day entry pass

For starters, certain airport lounges will allow anyone flying through the airport to buy 1-day entry passes. You can ask the front desk or pre-purchase a package online.

Prices depend on which lounge you’re heading into, but Changi Lounge’s lite package starts from S$25. Another one you can buy an entry pass to is the Plaza Premium Lounge – but we&...