Flying from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL): What you need to know
Dili is one hour ahead of Singapore. Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport is located in Dili, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Your flight from Singapore to DIL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Whether you're hoping to visit a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Darwin International Airport (DRW) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Singapore to DIL.
SIN is around 19 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Singapore Changi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the departures from Singapore Changi Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
From the centre of Singapore, XSP is roughly 14 kilometres away. When working out the fastest way to get there, check whether public transport is an option or if it's better to drive.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Singapore to DIL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Seletar Airport:
Seletar Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL)
Have a late flight from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near DIL and turn in quicker:
Getting from Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL) to central Dili
Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport to central Dili is around 6 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport is $412. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $838. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Singapore to DIL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL)
February is when most people book flights from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL). Visit Dili in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Dili is October, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Singapore to DIL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport in August when temperatures are between 19ºC and 30ºC.
More about Dili
Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dili:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Farol, Cristo Rei and Immaculate Conception Cathedral are must-do's during your Dili adventure.
Explore more of Timor-Leste
Around 145 kilometres southwest of Dili, Pante Makasar is another essential stop in Timor-Leste. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Bolkenat waterfall, Sumlili Waterfall and EverGreen force Memorial park.