SINGAPORE- One of the world’s best and busiest airports, Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is renowned as a global aviation hub, connecting Southeast Asia to the rest of the world. Despite its vast network, expansion opportunities remain as airlines and airports collaborate to optimize connections at industry events like the IATA Slot Conference.
This article explores the top 10 unserved routes for Singapore, based on passenger demand data from October 2023 to September 2024. These unserved routes present exciting prospects for future growth at Singapore Changi Airport.
Top 10 Unserved Routes
Using detailed passenger traffic analysis, BEONTRA has highlighted the most promising unserved routes for Singapore Changi. These markets represent significant opportunities for airlines seeking to expand their presence and enhance connectivity.
1 | CTS | Sapporo New Chitose, Japan | 82,353 |
2 | CGQ | Changchun, China | 66,035 |
3 | DLC | Dalian, China | 63,051 |
4 | HRB | Harbin, China | 56,051 |
5 | IAH | Houston George Bush, USA | 48,655 |
6 | GVA | Geneva, Switzerland | 47,050 |
7 | DUB | Dublin, Ireland | 44,882 |
8 | YYZ | Toronto Pearson, Canada | 43,937 |
9 | MAD | Madrid, Spain | 43,697 |
10 | VIE | Vienna, Austria | 41,024 |
1. CTS (Sapporo, Japan)
- Passenger Volume: 82,353 PAX
Sapporo, the gateway to Hokkaido, is a prime destination for winter tourism. Its appeal to leisure travelers from Southeast Asia makes it a top candidate for new flights.
Scoot (TR) recently launched direct flights between Singapore and Sapporo, addressing the previously unserved route.
2. CGQ (Changchun, China)
- Passenger Volume: 66,035 PAX
As a key economic center in Northeast China, Changchun’s outbound travel demand is growing rapidly. Establishing a direct link with Singapore would cater to both business and leisure travelers.
3. DLC (Dalian, China)
- Passenger Volume: 63,051 PAX
Dalian, a coastal city known for its industrial and financial sectors, has considerable potential for both tourism and business travel demand to Singapore.
4. HRB (Harbin, China)
- Passenger Volume: 56,051 PAX
Harbin’s unique cultural attractions and rising outbound travel make it another strong contender for a new route connecting it with Southeast Asia.
5. IAH (Houston, USA)
- Passenger Volume: 48,655 PAX
Houston, a major hub for energy and business, represents a high-yield opportunity for long-haul connectivity to Singapore, catering to premium and corporate travelers.
6. GVA (Geneva, Switzerland)
- Passenger Volume: 47,050 PAX
Geneva’s reputation as a global financial and diplomatic center ensures steady demand from high-value travelers, including diplomats and executives.
7. DUB (Dublin, Ireland)
- Passenger Volume: 44,882 PAX
Dublin’s rising prominence as a tech hub and its vibrant tourism sector make it a promising market for direct connectivity to Singapore.
8. YYZ (Toronto, Canada)
- Passenger Volume: 43,937 PAX
With its diverse population and strong business ties to Asia, Toronto offers the potential for a profitable long-haul route to Singapore.
9. MAD (Madrid, Spain)
- Passenger Volume: 43,697 PAX
Madrid’s rich culture and growing travel demand from Southeast Asia make it an attractive destination for new services from Changi.
10. VIE (Vienna, Austria)
- Passenger Volume: 41,024 PAX
Vienna’s strategic location and appeal as a cultural and business hub present opportunities for direct flights to Singapore.
Bottom Line
Singapore Changi Airport’s strategic position as a global hub equips it to capitalize on these opportunities. By bridging these unserved markets, the airport can further strengthen its role in facilitating global connectivity.
As the aviation industry evolves, such data-driven insights will guide airlines and airports in identifying routes with high potential for success.
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