How to travel from Singapore to Zhangjiajie: Flight and Train 2025

Changsha is the capital and an important transportation hub of Hunan province. Tourists who cannot wait to be enchanted by Zhangjiajie’s grand scenery are recommended to arrive at the nearby city - Changsha which is 321 km away from Zhangjiajie.

Direct flights from Singapore to Changsha are limited. It usually operates 1 or 2 flights daily and mostly flies at night. Flights to Changsha usually depart from Singapore Changi Airport and arrive at Changsha Huanghua International Airport, taking about 5 hours.

To travel from Changsha to Zhangjiajie, train (2~3.5 hrs) and bus (4~5 hrs) are good choices. For more detailed information, please refer to the Changsha to Zhangjiajie transfer guide.

5~10 direct flights are operated each day from Singapore to Beijing, costing about 6~6.5 hours. Arriving airports include Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport.

Taking a flight (about 3 hrs) from Beijing to Zhangjiajie is chosen by most travelers who want to combine a Zhangjiajie tour with Beijing since it is fast and convenient.

Singapore to Zhangjiajie via Xi’an

Flights from Singapore to Xi’an are fewer than to Beijing. 1~2 non-stop flights are available for travelers’ choice. It will take about 5.5~6 hours to arrive at Xian Xianyang International Airport.

Taking the direct flight (about 1.5 hrs) from Xian to Zhangjiajie is the best and most convenient way to save time and energy for travelers.

Singapore to Zhangjiajie via Shanghai

As a vibrant metropolis, Shanghai has a close connection with other international destinations. With over 10 direct flights each day, it’s highly recommended to choose Shanghai as the gateway city to China. It only needs 5~5.5 hours of flying time from Singapore Changi Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Several daily flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie can get you from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie in just about 2.5 hours.

As a global financial hub and world-class city, Hong Kong always gives a big surprise to international visitors with its rich cultural treasures and modern prosperity.

About 15 non-stop flights are operated daily from Singapore to Hong Kong International Airport, with a flight time of 4 hours. It is convenient for Singapore tourists to plan their itinerary since there are more flexible flight schedules.

If you're looking for a direct route from Hong Kong to Zhangjiajie, the high-speed train (about 6.5 hrs) is the most convenient, comfortable, and reliable option.

Singapore to Zhangjiajie via Guangzhou

Guangzhou is also a good option to connect Singapore with Zhangjiajie. Normally, 7 non-stop flights are operated daily and the flight duration is approximately 4 hours. After your Guangzhou exploration, direct trains and flights are available for Singapore visitors to transfer to Zhangjiajie.

Check out the Guangzhou to Zhangjiajie transportation guide to ensure a seamless itinerary.

With 3 direct flight options and 4.5~5 hours of flying time, Chengdu is one of the best gateway cities for your Zhangjiajie tour.

Chengdu owns 2 international airports, namely Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Direct flights from Singapore usually arrive at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport.

Flights (about 1.5 hrs) are the most recommended and convenient way when you depart from Chengdu to Zhangjiajie. It should be noted that there is no direct train from Chengdu to Zhangjiajie currently.

Singapore to Zhangjiajie via Chongqing

It usually has3 non-stop flights daily to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport from Singapore, with an average flight time of 5 hours. These flights usually depart in the afternoon or at night.

We also provide Singapore to Chongqing Flights Schedule for your tour inspiration.

Zhangjiajie can be visited all year round since its scenery varies from season to season. The suitable visiting time depends on your preference and what you want to experience.

Considering the temperature and scenery, the best time to visit Zhangjiajie is spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). During these times, the weather is pleasant and comfortable with fewer rainfalls. The scenery is attractive and impressive. The mountains and parks are going to dress up with green trees and colorful flowers in spring, while in autumn some of leaves are going to turn red or brown.

Zhangjiajie is a relatively large destination boasting numerous natural wonders. Tourists usually plan their Zhangjiajie tour for more than one day. Therefore, choosing the right area to stay in is essential for a good travel experience. It largely depends on where you want to explore in Zhangjiajie. Here are the 4 best places to stay in Zhangjiajie, namely Wulingyuan Town, places near ticket stations of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Zhangjiajie downtown, and Fenghuang Ancient Town. Various hotel options are provided in these areas, ranging from 5-star luxury hotels to 3-star budget ones. Check more recommended hotels in Zhangjiajie to decide where to stay!

Zhangjiajie is an incredible place with absolutely beautiful landscape under heaven. Travelers usually spend 3 to 5 days in and around Zhangjiajie. There is no doubt that Wulingyuan National Forest Park is the highlight of all the stunning attractions which needs to spend 2 days inside. If you have one more day, you should add Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon with Glass Bridge Experience or Tianmen Mountain into the trip. Some travelers choose to visit Yellow Dragon Cave or Baofeng Lake for one day. If you prefer Zhangjiajie day tours, you can always find a tour.

If you want to enjoy the antique beauty of ancient town, Fenghuang Ancient Town is the best choice for one to two days' escape. And, you can also consider of Fanjingshan Mountain to see the mushroom stone and odd mountains.

Most travelers would add Zhangjiajie into their longer China trip and you can go with Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Yangtze River Cruise, Guilin, Changsha, Chengdu, Chongqing and more. To customize your China tour with Zhangjiajie, just feel free to tell us your likes and demands, and we are here ready to help you at any time! Tailor make your China tour with China Discovery now!

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