Changi Airport MRT Station
Changi Airport station is the terminus of the Changi Airport branch of the East West Line, carrying the station code CG2. It sits within the grounds of Singapore's main international airport, serving the terminal complex and the facilities surrounding it. As a terminal station on a branch line, it is not an interchange, but it provides a direct rail link between the airport and the wider MRT network.
Changi Airport on the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) map
Changi Airport station at a glance
| Station codes | CG2 |
|---|---|
| Lines | East West Line (Changi Airport branch) |
| Interchange | No, single line station |
| Chinese name | 樟宜机场 |
| Tamil name | சாங்கி விமானநிலையம் |
| Next stations | |
| Train times | East West Line (Changi Airport branch): first train leaves the terminus at 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM Full first and last train guide |
See Changi Airport on the map. The interactive map opens with this station highlighted, so you can trace the route from where you are.
From Changi Airport station, trains run along the branch line to Expo (CG1), which is the only neighbouring station. At Expo, passengers can change to the main East West Line to travel towards Tanah Merah, Pasir Ris, or destinations across the island including Raffles Place and Jurong East. The branch line is short but useful, connecting the airport to the rest of the network without requiring a change at any other point.
The station sits directly beneath Changi Airport's Terminal 2 and Terminal 3, with covered walkways connecting to the various terminals, including Terminal 1. Jewel Changi Airport, a large shopping and leisure complex built around an indoor waterfall, is accessible on foot via the terminal connections. The immediate area around the station is made up entirely of airport facilities, with no residential or commercial neighbourhood beyond the airport campus itself.
Around Changi Airport station
Changi Airport MRT station sits within the airport precinct, surrounded almost entirely by aviation, retail and leisure facilities rather than residential or industrial areas. Jewel Changi Airport and the airport terminals dominate the immediate surroundings, offering extensive shopping, dining and entertainment. Attractions such as the Butterfly Garden and the Changi Experience Studio make this precinct a destination in its own right, well beyond its role as a transit hub.
| Place | Type | Distance | Why go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Garden | Zoo | About 260 m (~4 min walk) | Visit to see live tropical butterflies in a lush garden setting. |
| Koi pond | Zoo | About 270 m (~4 min walk) | A peaceful spot to watch ornamental koi fish. |
| Terminal 2 Orchid Garden | Attraction | About 340 m (~6 min walk) | A display of orchid varieties within the terminal environment. |
| Changi Experience Studio | Attraction | About 350 m (~6 min walk) | An immersive studio exploring the history and stories of Changi Airport. |
| Jewel Changi Airport | Shopping mall | About 370 m (~6 min walk) | A large retail and leisure complex with a wide range of shops and dining. |
| Hedge Maze | Attraction | About 400 m (~7 min walk) | A garden maze offering a fun outdoor activity for visitors of all ages. |
| Changi Airport Terminal 2 | Shopping mall | About 430 m (~7 min walk) | The main shopping and dining hub of Terminal 2. |
| Changi Airport Terminal 3 | Shopping mall | About 470 m (~8 min walk) | A large terminal offering shopping, dining and passenger facilities. |
Places and straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Actual walking routes may be longer.
How to get to Changi Airport by MRT
Worked out from the network map. Stop counts are station to station and do not include walking or waiting time.
| From Orchard | Take the North South Line from Orchard to City Hall (3 stops), then change to the East West Line from City Hall to Changi Airport (11 stops). About 14 stops with 1 change. |
|---|---|
| From City Hall | Take the East West Line from City Hall to Changi Airport (11 stops). About 11 stops, no changes. |
| From Jurong East | Take the East West Line from Jurong East to Changi Airport (22 stops). About 22 stops, no changes. |
| From Woodlands | Take the North South Line from Woodlands to Bishan (8 stops), then change to the Circle Line from Bishan to Paya Lebar (6 stops), then change to the East West Line from Paya Lebar to Changi Airport (6 stops). About 20 stops with 2 changes. |
| From HarbourFront | Take the North East Line from HarbourFront to Dhoby Ghaut (3 stops), then change to the North South Line from Dhoby Ghaut to City Hall (1 stop), then change to the East West Line from City Hall to Changi Airport (11 stops). About 15 stops with 2 changes. |
Tips for using Changi Airport station
- Most of the verified places are reachable on foot from the station within ten minutes, so walking is the most straightforward option for the majority of visitors.
- The airport terminals and Jewel Changi Airport are busiest during morning and evening peak travel periods, so allow extra time if you are visiting then.
- If you are travelling from central Singapore, the Changi Airport branch of the East West Line runs directly here, so no interchange is needed from Tanah Merah station onward.
- For Terminal 3, which is the furthest of the verified places at roughly eight minutes away, it is worth checking whether the airport's internal shuttle services can save you walking time.
Changi Airport station: common questions
Which line is Changi Airport MRT station on?
Changi Airport is on the East West Line (Changi Airport branch). Its station code is CG2.
Is Changi Airport an interchange station?
No. Changi Airport is served by the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) only. The nearest interchange is shown in the next stations row above.
What time is the first and last train at Changi Airport?
Times below are for the first and last train leaving the line terminus; trains reach Changi Airport a few minutes later depending on its position on the line. East West Line (Changi Airport branch) first train 5:19 AM, last train 11:23 PM. Check the operator for holiday changes.
What is there to do near Changi Airport MRT station?
The area around the station offers a range of attractions and retail options, including the Butterfly Garden and Koi pond at approximately 260 to 270 metres away, the Changi Experience Studio at roughly 350 metres, and Jewel Changi Airport at approximately 370 metres. The airport terminals themselves also provide extensive shopping and dining.
Which shopping mall is closest to Changi Airport MRT station?
Jewel Changi Airport is the closest shopping mall at approximately 370 metres from the station, followed by Changi Airport Terminal 2 at roughly 430 metres and Terminal 3 at approximately 470 metres.
How far is the Butterfly Garden from Changi Airport MRT station?
The Butterfly Garden is approximately 260 metres from the station, which works out to roughly a four-minute walk.
Sources: station codes, line colours and interchanges from the LTA rail system map; operating hours from SMRT and SBS Transit. Last reviewed September 2026.
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Plan the rest of the trip
Every station on the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) is listed on its line guide, with the full route and interchanges. For times, see the first and last train guide, and for the whole network in one view use the interactive Singapore MRT map or the PDF map.