For more information about the options to reach Singapore by air, sea or train, refer to Expat Focus' City Guide on Singapore.

The award winning Changi Airport of Singapore is served by more than 80 international airlines, offering more than 4,000 weekly flights out from Singapore. The range of airlines that operate out of Changi Airport range from the premium / international (e.g. Qantas, United Airlines, KLM, British Airways, and including Singapore's national carrier, Singapore Airlines) to the budget (e.g. Valuair and Tiger Airways). Thanks to Singapore's central geographical position in the world, Changi Airport is connected to many cities from the US, to Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Southwest Pacific.

Changi Airport is located in the eastern part of Singapore. The influx of many passengers through Singapore's Changi Airport has one great advantage for the relocating expatriate – accessibility to the rest of the Singapore island, is easily available and convenient. The distance from the airport to the city center is less than 20 km (12 miles), and depending on the traffic conditions, it would take about half an hour to get to the city center. Do refer to the section on Public Transport for more information about taxis in Singapore.

From the Changi Airport, the easiest option for a land transfer to your final destination would be by taxi. There is no need to make prior arrangements, as there are many available taxis from the airport to your final destination. Take note that there are additional surcharges (e.g. late night charges). For expatriates with extra luggage and larger families, maxi-cabs (for more than four passengers) can be arranged for in advance. Visit www.limousinecab.com or call Tel: (+65) 9657 3453 or email booking@limousinecab.com. Bookings can be made daily, even on public holidays. For expatriates travelling light, there is a train service ('MRT' or 'Mass Rapid Transit') available from the airport that will take you across the island.

If you intend to drive to Singapore from Malaysia, or reach Singapore via taxi or coach from Malaysia, you can easily cross into Singapore from Malaysia via one of the two causeways (bridges) that connect Singapore with Malaysia. One causeway is located at Woodlands (north of Singapore), while the other is located at Tuas (northeastern Singapore). The use of these causeways (especially the causeway at Woodlands) is heavy, especially during peak hours and on eve of weekends and public holidays, so be prepared for delays, as you will need to pass through the usual immigration and customs checks.

Another way to reach Singapore via Malaysia or Thailand is by train. The KTM (Keretapi Tanah Melayu) operate regular train services between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, and the services are reliable and efficient. The train service connects Singapore with many major Malaysian cities. Call (+60) 3 2263 1111 for more information. This option is recommended for expatriates who are travelling light. If you are holidaying in Malaysia or Thailand, the Eastern and Oriental Express is a lavish way to reach Singapore. Visit their website to email your queries to an international sales office located nearest to you. The train station in Singapore is centrally located in Tanjong Pagar, just outside the Central Business District. From there, it is easy to take a taxi to your final destination.

If you are reaching Singapore from Indonesia, there are a number of regional passenger ferry services that operate between Singapore and Indonesia. There are also some ferry services from a number of Malaysian cities. This option, however, is not recommended, especially if you will be travelling with heavy or bulky luggage. Ferry services to the nearby Malaysian or Indonesian islands, however, is commonly used by the locals and expatriates alike who head out to these islands for a quick getaway (or for a game of golf) at one of their resorts over the weekend. There are a few ferry terminals in Singapore. The Singapore Cruise Center Ferry Terminal at Harbourfront operates ferry services mainly to Indonesian cities such as Batam and Karimun. The Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal operates ferry services to Bintan and Tanjung Pinang in Indonesia, and Tioman in Malaysia. The Marina South Pier offers local ferry services to the southern islands (e.g. Kusu Island and St. John's Island).

Another way to reach Singapore by sea is via an international cruise. Each year, there are a growing number of international cruise lines that stopover in Singapore, for example, Cunard Line, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises and Sliversea Cruises. These cruises can start anywhere from Europe, Asia or even the US, and is certainly an interesting option for the relocating expatriate.