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$566+ Cheap flights from Singapore (SIN) to New York, NY (NYC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SIN — NYC
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Wed 8/5
Wed 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Singapore Changi to New York are usually found in November or July, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Singapore to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 6, 2026.

This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/196:15 am
SIN
-
EWR
2 stops26h 22m
ANA
Mon 11/3010:55 am
EWR
-
SIN
1 stop25h 00m
ANA
Deal found 7/6$930
This Traveloka deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Traveloka is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/202:35 pm
SIN
-
EWR
2 stops30h 25m
Air India
Mon 10/511:30 am
EWR
-
SIN
1 stop31h 55m
Air India
Deal found 7/2$972
This Traveloka deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Traveloka is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/157:40 pm
SIN
-
EWR
1 stop23h 50m
Air India
Tue 9/2211:30 am
EWR
-
SIN
1 stop31h 55m
Air India
Deal found 7/4$1,012
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/123:15 am
SIN
-
JFK
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/271:20 pm
JFK
-
SIN
1 stop27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$1,072
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/57:40 pm
SIN
-
JFK
1 stop38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/259:50 am
JFK
-
SIN
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,073
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/131:45 pm
SIN
-
JFK
1 stop43h 05m
China Airlines
Sat 7/251:15 am
JFK
-
SIN
1 stop23h 20m
China Airlines
Deal found 7/6$1,075
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/117:40 pm
SIN
-
JFK
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/271:20 pm
JFK
-
SIN
1 stop41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,076
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/208:45 am
SIN
-
EWR
2 stops34h 40m
Air India
Tue 8/411:25 am
EWR
-
SIN
1 stop32h 20m
Air India
Deal found 7/4$1,077
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/72:20 am
SIN
-
JFK
1 stop24h 25m
SAUDIA
Mon 10/197:00 pm
JFK
-
SIN
1 stop32h 30m
SAUDIA
Deal found 7/4$1,077
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/123:00 am
SIN
-
JFK
2 stops32h 05m
Air China
Sun 7/262:05 am
JFK
-
SIN
1 stop31h 50m
Air China
Deal found 7/6$1,080
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1211:25 pm
SIN
-
JFK
1 stop35h 40m
Air China
Sun 7/262:05 am
JFK
-
SIN
2 stops35h 55m
Air China
Deal found 7/6$1,083
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/51:10 pm
SIN
-
EWR
1 stop31h 50m
Air India
Mon 10/1911:30 am
EWR
-
SIN
1 stop31h 55m
Air India
Deal found 7/3$1,085

Find flight deals from Singapore to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Singapore (SIN) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$930
(ANA)

One-way from

$566
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,155

Good round-trip deal

$2,188 or less

Good one-way deal

$892 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Singapore to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Singapore to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SingaporeNew York

SIN - JFK

SINJFK

Singapore Changi

Sun 11/15

12:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops38h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/30

10:20 pm-8:20 pm

3 stops33h 00m

$1,162

SingaporeNew York

SIN - JFK

SINJFK

Singapore Changi

Fri 9/25

12:30 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops37h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/31

11:20 am-8:20 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$1,164

SingaporeNew York

SIN - JFK

SINJFK

Singapore Changi

Thu 10/8

9:30 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops33h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/19

10:20 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops34h 10m

$1,164

SingaporeNew York

SIN - JFK

SINJFK

Singapore Changi

Wed 9/2

12:30 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops37h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/22

10:20 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops58h 10m

$1,199

SingaporeNew York

SIN - JFK

SINJFK

Singapore Changi

Wed 9/23

1:40 am-6:55 pm

2 stops29h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/27

11:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 35m

$1,211

SingaporeNewark

SIN - EWR

SINEWR

Singapore Changi

Thu 10/1

8:35 pm-8:26 am

1 stop23h 51m

Newark

Wed 10/14

1:57 pm-6:15 am

2 stops28h 18m

$1,251

SingaporeNewark

SIN - EWR

SINEWR

Singapore Changi

Tue 7/28

8:45 am-5:51 am

1 stop33h 06m

Newark

Tue 8/4

5:00 pm-6:15 am

1 stop25h 15m

$1,269

SingaporeNewark

SIN - EWR

SINEWR

Singapore Changi

Tue 8/4

8:45 am-5:51 am

1 stop33h 06m

Newark

Fri 8/14

8:43 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$1,308

SingaporeNew York

SIN - LGA

SINLGA

Singapore Changi

Wed 8/12

8:35 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops28h 03m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/27

2:55 pm-6:15 am

2 stops27h 20m

$1,333

SingaporeNewark

SIN - EWR

SINEWR

Singapore Changi

Wed 8/12

8:35 pm-11:53 am

2 stops27h 18m

Newark

Thu 8/27

3:59 pm-6:15 am

2 stops26h 16m

$1,333

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Compare providers for flights from Singapore to New York

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Singapore to New York in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Singapore-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Singapore-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Singapore-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Singapore-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Singapore-New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Singapore to New York

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Singapore to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Singapore to New York?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Singapore to New York (average of $221). Flying from Singapore to New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of $950). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SIN to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Singapore to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 6, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Singapore to New York as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Singapore to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Singapore to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 6, 2026.

The most flights from SIN to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Singapore to New York?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Singapore to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Singapore to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 58% of 1-stop itineraries from Singapore to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Singapore to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Singapore to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Dubai (DXB) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,118.

What’s the fastest layover option from Singapore to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Singapore to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 23h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Singapore to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Singapore to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 50m.

How often are flights from Singapore to New York delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Singapore and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Singapore to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Singapore to New York flights?

Over the last year, Singapore Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Singapore to New York?

The price you pay for your flight from Singapore to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated July 6, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Singapore to New York, such as EVA Air,Japan Airlines, andSingapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,489 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,864 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,563 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Singapore to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Singapore to New York?

    Singapore Changi (SIN), located 10.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Singapore to New York. 4 airlines have flights from Changi to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from Singapore Changi to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to New York per day.

  • How long is the flight from Singapore to New York?

    Emirates, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Singapore to New York in just under 23h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 34m. The distance between Singapore and New York is about 9522 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Singapore to New York round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Singapore to New York is Japan Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $736 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Emirates, starting at $950 and $1,117 round-trip. Japan Airlines is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Singapore to New York one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $581 on Korean Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $584 and China Airlines from $588 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Singapore to New York?

    Most travelers choose Singapore Changi - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Singapore Changi - Newark or Singapore Changi - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from Singapore to New York.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Singapore to New York?

    The cheapest flight price from Singapore to New York is $797. On average you can expect to pay $3,128. The most popular route, (Singapore Changi - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $916.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Singapore to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Singapore to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Singapore to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Singapore to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Singapore to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Singapore to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Singapore to New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Singapore to New York (average of $221). Flying from Singapore to New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of $950). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Japan AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$950Average$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,117Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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