SIA's A380 and A350-900ULR make this one of aviation's premier ultra-long-haul routes.
Singapore Airlines operates both the A380 and A350-900ULR on SIN-LHR, making it one of the airline's flagship long-haul pairings. The A380 features the iconic Suites product in first class. BA runs a daily nonstop as well, typically on the 777-300ER with Club World business class. Qantas routes through Singapore as part of its traditional kangaroo route to Australia. With Singapore - London, small time shifts often unlock better fares and smoother airport transfers.
Singapore passport holders can visit the UK for up to 6 months without a visa -- one of the most generous allowances for any nationality. Heathrow's Elizabeth Line connects to central London in 30 minutes for GBP 13, making the airport-to-hotel transfer straightforward.
UK school holidays (Christmas, Easter, summer half-terms) and Singapore's June school break push fares up. The cheapest windows are late January to early March and September-October when demand is moderate. SIA sales in January and August can drop return fares below SGD 900. On Singapore - London, compare airport pair SIN -> LHR and total trip cost before paying.
SIA generally offers a superior product at every cabin level: newer seats, better meals, and the iconic A380 Suites in first class. BA's advantage is Heathrow T5 connections to UK domestic flights and Avios loyalty points. SIA is usually priced slightly higher.
No. Singapore passport holders can enter the UK for up to 6 months without a visa. This is among the most generous visa-free allowances the UK offers.
Westbound takes roughly 13 hours. The eastbound return is shorter at about 12 h 30 min due to favorable winds. Both SIA and BA offer daily nonstops.
