They don't come much better than this. Since Changi International first commenced operations on July 1, 1981, the International Federation of Pilot Airlines Association (IFALPA) has never given this airport an unsatisfactory rating for its services. The list of awards for Changi is impressive. Two United Kingdom based travel publications, Wanderlust magazine and Buying Business Travel magazine, gave Changi the top worldwide airport and best worldwide airport awards, respectively. The Condé Nast Traveler magazine from the United States also gave Singapore's Changi the best international airport award last year.
Here are some of the reasons travellers speak so highly of this facility.
What Makes Changi Stand Out?
- There are beauty salons in all three terminals.
- All three terminals have children's play areas.
- Medical services and pharmacies are in all three terminals.
- Changi has 7-Eleven stores and supermarkets.
- Passengers in transit who have more than five hours to wait until their next flight can take a tour of Singapore, depending on their individual visa requirements. It lasts two hours and is free for everyone.
Natural Attractions
Various flora and fauna within six different gardens also add charm and grace to Changi. There's a butterfly garden in Terminal 3, a bamboo garden and a cactus garden, which has more than forty species of cacti found mostly in North America and Africa.
What Can Travellers Do for Fun?
There's a lot to do for adults and children alike. Passengers who are waiting for a connecting flight can choose to see movies in any of the three terminals. These don't cost anything and they are shown twenty-four hours a day. Here are some other things to do:
