Changi Airport

When you're flying to Singapore, your point of entry will be the Changi Airport, located at the eastern tip of the main island. It is considered to be one of the world's busiest airport and is also said to be one of the largest aviation hub in the whole of Asia.

It currently has 3 terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 and the Budget Terminal which opened in 2006. Another terminal, Terminal 3, is set to open in 2008. The terminal will have 28 aerobridge gates, with eight capable of handling the gigantic Airbus A380, the largest passenger airline to date. Singapore Airlines, is the launch customer of the A380, making them the "First to Fly" the new jetplane. The first A380 is expected late this year.

The most easily recognizable structure at the Changi Airport is the Air Traffic Control Tower. It was constructed as part of the phase one of the Changi Airport redevelopment plan.

Moving between terminals is easy. Terminals 1 and 2 are linked by the skytrain, while the Budget Terminal has a free shuttle service to Terminal 2. Changi Airport is connected to the Mass Rapid Transit network with an underground station in Terminal 2. There are also public transport bus terminals at the basement of both Terminals 1 & 2. Taxi stands are located at the arrival halls.

If you're coming from the Philippines by PAL, and the sumptuous in-flight meal still didn't fill you up, there are several food outlets in all terminals. You can already have a taste of local dishes upon your arrival.

At the Budget Terminal, you can go to the arrival hall and check out Han's Cafe. Try the kaya toast and Singapore kopi!

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