The left side captures the CBD skyline and urban Singapore on departure from Changi, which is the most visually dramatic moment of this very short hop. The landing view on the right at Seletar is pleasant but the reservoir and forest scenery is quieter. Left side wins overall for the Changi departure views.
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Flight Path
Singapore Changi to Seletar is 10 miles (16 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.
The flight path crosses the eastern fringe of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve and the Ang Mo Kio and Hougang residential new towns. The Serangoon Reservoir and Punggol waterway system may be visible to the east. At this low altitude and short distance, the entire flight remains within Singapore's urban and peri-urban landscape with no significant elevation changes.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from SIN
LEFTDeparting Changi on runway 02L/02C heading roughly north, the left (west) side looks across the city-state toward the CBD skyline, Marina Bay, and the reservoir system. The right side faces the South China Sea and open water with little of interest.
Landing at XSP
RIGHTSeletar Airport typically uses runway 03 or 21. On approach from the south heading north toward runway 03, the right (east) side looks across the Upper Seletar Reservoir and the forested Central Catchment Reserve, which are the most visually distinctive features near the airport. The left side faces more urban residential areas of Yishun and Sembawang.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Singapore Changi (SIN) to Seletar (XSP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Singapore to Singapore. The left side captures the CBD skyline and urban Singapore on departure from Changi, which is the most visually dramatic moment of this very short hop. The landing view on the right at Seletar is pleasant but the reservoir and forest scenery is quieter. Left side wins overall for the Changi departure views.
What can I see during takeoff from Singapore Changi in Singapore?
During takeoff from Singapore Changi (SIN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Changi on runway 02L/02C heading roughly north, the left (west) side looks across the city-state toward the CBD skyline, Marina Bay, and the reservoir system. The right side faces the South China Sea and open water with little of interest. Notable sights include: Marina Bay Sands and CBD skyline, MacRitchie Reservoir, Kallang Basin, East Coast Parkway corridor.
What can I see when landing at Seletar in Singapore?
When landing at Seletar (XSP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Seletar Airport typically uses runway 03 or 21. On approach from the south heading north toward runway 03, the right (east) side looks across the Upper Seletar Reservoir and the forested Central Catchment Reserve, which are the most visually distinctive features near the airport. The left side faces more urban residential areas of Yishun and Sembawang. Notable sights include: Upper Seletar Reservoir, Central Catchment Nature Reserve, Lower Seletar Reservoir, Mandai area forest.
How long is the flight from Singapore to Singapore?
The flight from Singapore Changi (SIN) to Seletar (XSP) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 10 miles (16 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Singapore to Singapore flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the eastern fringe of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve and the Ang Mo Kio and Hougang residential new towns. The Serangoon Reservoir and Punggol waterway system may be visible to the east. At this low altitude and short distance, the entire flight remains within Singapore's urban and peri-urban landscape with no significant elevation changes.