The Top Budget Airlines Singapore Travellers Like You Love

Website	https://www.airasia.com/en/gb
Contact Details	+65 6307 7688
Features	Low-Cost Fares, Various Seat Options Like “Hot Seats” With Extra Legroom, Mobile App Ecosystem Called AirAsia MOVE, Variety of Catering Options, Other Amenities

A leading budget airline in Asia, AirAsia offers extensive connections to destinations across the continent and is known for its low fares and digital services. AirAsia has long been a major low-cost carrier in the region, and from Singapore. For example, it celebrated 20 years of operations in Singapore and offered fares from around S$148 for certain destinations in early 2024. Its online promos cover flights + ancillary services (hotels, transfers), making it convenient for budget-conscious travellers.

Website	https://www.lionair.co.id/en
Contact Details	+62 811-193-80888 customercare@lionairgroup.com
Features	All-Economy Class Configurations on Most Aircraft, Optional Add-Ons for Seat Selection, Baggage, and Meals, Wide Network of Domestic and International Flights

The Lion Air Group, which includes Lion Air and other subsidiaries like Batik Air and Thai Lion Air, has expanded its operations to Singapore. Lion Air is a low-cost carrier headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, and launched its first flight in 2000. By 2018, it carried 36.8 million passengers in Indonesia alone. The airline has expanded internationally to select markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and China.

While the Lion Group operates multiple carriers, Lion Air offers one of the lowest cost options for travellers in the Southeast Asia region. Its in-flight product is modest; it holds a “3-Star Low-Cost Airline” certification via Skytrax.

Website	https://www.flypeach.com/en/ap/capa
Contact Details	+81-3-6629-1627 info@flypeach.com
Features	Direct Flights From Osaka to Singapore, a New Airbus A321LR Aircraft With Extra Legroom and USB Charging, an In-Flight Menu With Various Snacks and Meals for Purchase, a Mobile App for Check-In, a Baggage Fee Structure for Different Fares, Optional “Fare Holder” Service To Hold a Booking Price for 24 Hours

Peach Aviation is a Japanese low-cost airline and part of the All Nippon Airways (ANA) Group, operating from hubs including Osaka (Kansai) and Tokyo. As of December 4/5, 2024, Peach launched daily direct flights between Singapore (Changi) and Osaka (Kansai) using its Airbus A321LR aircraft, with fares starting from S$164.20 one-way for this route. The A321LR offers a seat pitch of up to 81 cm (32 inches) and each seat features a USB charging port, making it a comfortable choice for a 6½-hour flight in the budget category.

Website	https://www.flyscoot.com/en
Contact Details	+65 6501 2888 sales@flyscoot.com mice@flyscoot.com
Features	Customisation Options (Variety of Cabin Types Like the Quiet Scoot-in-Silence Zone and ScootPlus for Business Class), Economy Seating Varies by Aircraft, Paid-For Options Such As Wi-Fi, Food, and In-Flight Entertainment

Scoot is Singapore-based and has been recognised as one of the top long-haul low-cost carriers globally (World’s Best Long-Haul Low-Cost Airline 2025 by Skytrax). It operates from Changi Airport and offers flights across Asia and Australia in a low-cost format, which gives good value for longer trips.

A subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, Scoot is a strong contender for both short and long-haul flights within Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. It merged with Tigerair in 2017, expanding its network and efficiency.

Website	https://www.zipair.net/en
Contact Details	contact.en@zipair.net
Features	Standard Economy or a “Zip Full-Flat” Business Class Seat (Boeing 787 Aircraft), Free In-Flight Wi-Fi with Streaming Capabilities, and Options for Purchased Meals, Amenity Kits

ZIPAIR is a Japanese budget airline, a subsidiary of Japan Airlines, that flies from its hub in Tokyo to Singapore. As a low-cost carrier, it operates on a model where the base fare covers only the seat and two carry-on bags, and passengers pay extra for everything else, such as baggage, meals, and seat selection. This allows travellers to customise their travel experience and keep costs low by only paying for the services they need.

What is considered a low-cost airline?

A low-cost airline (often called a budget carrier) is an airline that offers lower base fares by removing traditional services included in standard tickets. These airlines typically operate with a single aircraft type, use secondary airports, and charge separately for extras such as checked baggage, seat selection, or onboard meals. This model allows travellers to pay only for what they need, making it ideal for short- to medium-haul trips within Asia.

What happened to Jetstar Asia?

Jetstar Asia announced it will cease all operations on 31 July 2025, citing unsustainable cost pressures, high airport fees, and intense competition in the region. Customers with bookings after that date are eligible for full refunds or alternative travel options. The closure only affects Jetstar Asia; other carriers in the same group (such as Jetstar Airways in Australia/NZ and Jetstar Japan) continue operations.

Can you still fly to Ho Chi Minh City from Singapore?

Because Jetstar Asia (which operated some Singapore-based intra-Asia routes, including Vietnam) is shutting down, service on routes like Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City via that carrier will be impacted. You may still find flights on other carriers or via code-share arrangements.

What about flights from Singapore to the Gold Coast?

As with other routes operated by Jetstar Asia, if the booking is with the 3K (Jetstar Asia) code, then the service will not be available after 31 July 2025. For routes such as Singapore to the Gold Coast, you’ll want to verify whether the flight is operated by a different carrier (for example, Jetstar Airways or another regional airline) and check the fare conditions carefully.

Which is the correct airline name to use: Jetstar Asia or Jetstar Airways?

The name matters:

• Jetstar Asia (flight code “3K”) is the Singapore-based budget carrier that will cease operations on 31 July 2025. 

• Jetstar Airways (flight code “JQ”) is the Australian/New Zealand budget carrier, not impacted by the shutdown. 

So if your ticket shows “3K”, you should check your booking status; if “JQ”, you’re dealing with Jetstar Airways.

What happened to Tiger Airways Singapore (Tiger Airways), and how is it related to Singapore Airlines?

Tiger Airways was rebranded as Tigerair in July 2013. Later, the parent company, Budget Aviation Holdings, under Singapore Airlines Group, started overseeing both Tigerair and Scoot. Eventually, Tigerair was merged into Scoot, and today, Scoot is the low-cost carrier under Singapore Airlines’ umbrella.

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