About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Jeju International (CJU) to Singapore Changi (SIN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Cheju to Singapore. The left side wins overall. The Hallasan volcano departure view is genuinely spectacular and hard to beat, and through the cruise the left side tracks closer to the Vietnamese and Malaysian coastlines as the route arcs southwest. The right side landing view at Changi is good but the departure experience tips the balance.
What can I see during takeoff from Jeju International in Cheju?
During takeoff from Jeju International (CJU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Jeju departures heading southwest toward Singapore typically use runway 07/25 or 13/31. On a southwesterly departure, the left side gives you Hallasan, the 1,950m shield volcano dominating Jeju's center, as the aircraft climbs and banks. You also get the southern coastline and the open East China Sea spreading out ahead. Notable sights include: Hallasan volcano crater and summit, Jeju southern coastline cliffs, East China Sea, Seogwipo city on the southern shore.
What can I see when landing at Singapore Changi in Singapore?
When landing at Singapore Changi (SIN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Changi approaches typically come in from the east or northeast over the South China Sea, landing westward on runways 02C/20C or similar. On approach from the northeast, the right side faces south and gives you the Singapore city skyline, Marina Bay, and Sentosa Island as the aircraft descends over the eastern suburbs. The left side sees mostly open sea and industrial Jurong. Notable sights include: Marina Bay Sands and CBD skyline, Sentosa Island and resort, Johor Strait and southern Malaysia, Eastern Singapore reservoir chain.
How long is the flight from Cheju to Singapore?
The flight from Jeju International (CJU) to Singapore Changi (SIN) takes Approximately 5 hours 30 minutes.
What does the Cheju to Singapore flight path pass over?
After crossing the East China Sea, the route passes over the northern Philippines or Taiwan Strait area, then tracks down the South China Sea. You may see the Vietnamese coastline and the Mekong Delta region to the right, the Paracel Islands as low atolls in the South China Sea, and the northern tip of Borneo and the Malay Peninsula as the flight descends toward Singapore.