Singapore to Cheras flights
Cheras lies 311 km (193 mi) north-west of Singapore, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 9 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Singapore | Cheras | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Singapore | Malaysia |
| Population | 5.6 million | 135,823 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 60 m (197 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Singapore) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Nearest large airport | SIN, 17 km out | SZB, 20 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Cheras
Crossing from Singapore into Malaysia: money changes from the Dollar to the Ringgit (MYR); the dialling code becomes +60; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Singapore
Singapore is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH, 35 km), Senai International Airport (JHB, 44 km), Seletar Airport (XSP, 14 km), Raja Haji Fisabilillah International Airport (TNJ, 86 km).
Arriving in Cheras
Cheras is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (SZB), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 12,401-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL, 40 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport | SZB | 20 km (12 mi) | 12,401 ft | 90 ft |
| Kuala Lumpur International Airport | KUL | 40 km (25 mi) | 13,530 ft | 69 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Cheras from Singapore?
311 km (193 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Singapore.
How long does it take to get from Singapore to Cheras by air?
About 1 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Singapore and Cheras?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Singapore to Cheras flights?
Typically Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (SZB); Cheras also has KUL.
What currency do I need in Cheras?
The Ringgit (MYR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.