Tuticorin to Singapore Flights

  About Tuticorin

Tuticorin, also known as Thoothukudi by the locals, is a port city in Tamil Nadu. It falls under the Thoothukudi district of the state and is approximately 40 km to the east of Tirunelveli. The city is known for its beautiful beaches and historical monuments. It is the perfect vacation spot in Tamil Nadu if you want to disconnect from your regular life and the world to relax and rejuvenate. Thoothukudi is also called as Muthu Nagaram, which literally translates to Pearl City. The primary behind the city receiving such a name is because the city thrives on pearl diving. The Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary, the beaches, Our Lady of Snows Basilica, Thiruchendur Murugan temple are some of the popular spots in the port city. You can also visit the Tuticorin Port. The city also has a history of making some great leaders like Subramanya Bharathy (who was a famous poet), Veerapandiya Kattabomman, Venni Kalady and so on.

Best Time to Visit Tuticorin

Tuticorin usually sees a lot of tourists during its festivals, but October to March is considered to be the ideal time to visit the city. Winter doesn't really get too cold, but it's not too hot either. The humidity and the temperature both decrease during winter. This is the best time to go skiing or swimming at the beach. Talking a romantic walk on the beach is a favourite thing to do among locals. The climate is quite favourable for you to take up any or all outdoor activities. You will also get to be a part of the different festivals that you can attend. Join the locals in celebrating the festivals with a lot of grandiose. Since this is peak season, you will come across great flight deals to Tuticorin online. Make sure you book a hotel in Tuticorin that is either beach-facing or closer to the beach.

Monsoon in Tuticorin starts from August and goes on till October. The level of humidity increases, making it difficult for tourists to venture outside and have a good time. Though the climate might seem pleasant for nature lovers since you will get to experience the beautiful landscape of the port city, it might put a damper on your plans to go to the beach. However, the Our Lady of Snow festival is celebrated in August, and you can attend it if you are visiting the festival during this time.

April to July is summer in Tuticorin and the scorching heat makes it quite the task to take part in any outdoor activities. The heat only increases during April and May. This is not an ideal time to visit Tuticorin, courtesy of the heat. The blistering heat will tire and exhaust you, which will only make it tougher to go outside during the day. However, since it is off season, you will get cheaper flight tickets to Tuticorin during this season.

Places to Visit in Tuticorin

The Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary is a very popular tourist spot in Tuticorin. You will also spot tigers in the national park if you are lucky enough. The sanctuary is also home to Nilgiri langur, flying squirrel, lion-tailed macaque, pangolin, etc. You can either opt for a safari ride or even go trekking in a nearby area. Now, this is something that adventure and nature lovers will surely enjoy. The Thiruchendur Murugan temple is a popular place of worship and is dedicated to Lord Murugan, also known as Lord Kartikeya, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Even though the temple is quite close to the sea, it has never flooded, even when a Tsunami had hit the state.

The Our Lady of Snows Basilica is one of the biggest churches in Tamil Nadu. It is inspired by Rome's Basilica Di Santa Maria Maggiore and is another popular place of worship in Tuticorin. Kalugumalai or Kazhugumalai, meaning 'Hill of Vultures' is a town in Tuticorin that is famous for its temple and monolithic Jain beds. You will get a scenic view of the city from the hill, and the area was used as a trade route during the ancient times. The Ettayapuram palace is another tourist spot in the city that will stun you. One of the interesting facts about the palace is that no one knows which ruler in Tuticorin lived in the palace. You must also visit the Sri Vaikuntam temple in the city. It is one of the nine sacred and holy Vishnu temples in the country. Manapad is a tourist destination in the city you must visit, and you will fall in love with this coastal village. It is not as explored as the other tourist spots and is also the best spot to try leisure activities and water sports.

Things to do in Tuticorin

Go trekking at the Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary. While you can also opt for a safari ride at a certain fee, a lot of tourists who are into adventure and nature go for the trek. Thoothukudi also has quite a few beaches. You can either go for a walk at the beach or a swim. During peak season, you will also get to indulge in a lot of water activities. The city also has temples and churches that are worth visiting. The Thiruchendur Murugan temple is not only an architectural marvel but also one of the most popular places of worship in the city after the Our Lady of Snows Basilica church. The locals celebrate festivals in the city in a very grand manner, and you wouldn't want to miss being a part of all the celebrations. Not to mention, the food you get during these festivals is simply mouthwatering. While you indulge in the celebrations, you can also communicate with the locals and get to know more about their lifestyle and culture. The city was ruled by the Dutch and the Portuguese at one point, which also reflects in the architecture. You will come across these when you visit the palaces and the beaches, too. Not to mention, you must also catch the beautiful sunset by the beach.

Food and Restaurants in Tuticorin

Tuticorin is known for its authentic South Indian delicacies and seafood. Since it is a coastal city, it is pretty obvious that the seafood here is mouthwatering. The Meen Kuzhambu (Fish Sambhar), Meen Varuvai (a type of fish fry) and Karuvaddu Kuzhambu (a type of dry fish curry) are some of the popular seafood preparations here. For vegetarians, the Vatthal Kuzhambu (a type of Vattha curry) is something you must try here. Venthaya Kali is a top-rated breakfast preparation here. The city is also known for its desserts like the Tuticorin Macaroon, made of cashews, and the Ulunthang Kali, made of black urad dal. You must also try the street food here that serves biryanis and parottas. There is a particular street in the city with restaurant names that are followed by the word 'Nightclub'. While it does not meet your usual parameters that qualify as a nightclub, it gets really crowded by late evening and night.

While there are very few restaurants and cafes in the city, the very few of those stand out. Capsi Family restaurant is popular for its quick service, good food and the fact that it is surrounded by a garden. Aardvark Cafe is yet another place where you can treat yourself to delicious cakes and coffee. You must also visit the Anjappar Chettinad and Sri Krishna Restaurant to enjoy a good meal. Don't forget to pack a few macaroons to take back home for your friends and family.

How to reach Tuticorin (Transportation)

By Air

The Tuticorin Airport is about 15 km away from the main city. The flight connectivity to Tuticorin is quite limited. Changing flights from Chennai International airport is a popular route to Tuticorin. Spicejet and Indigo Airlines run flights to Tuticorin quite frequently. Flights to Tuticorin are quite affordable, too. There is a high possibility of you getting cheap tickets to Tuticorin during off season. You can also fly to the neighbouring cities like Madurai, Coimbatore and take a train or bus from here. It might prove to be a tad bit more time consuming, which is why the Chennai International airport is the apt option for you. You can check out a few flight deals to Tuticorin that have an accommodation combo.

By Rail

The Pearl City Express leaves Chennai to Tuticorin every morning and evening. Trains from Bangalore and Mysore are also well connected to Tuticorin railway station. You can take a flight to Chennai and then a train from there to Tuticorin. It will be quite convenient and less time-consuming. There are several other trains also that connect to Tuticorin.

By Road

While buses run quite regularly from Chennai and other parts of Southern cities to Tuticorin frequently, finding a private taxi or a bus from the northern part of the country can prove to be time-consuming and expensive. Make sure you are travelling by road during the right season. Monsoons can be quite tough down South and travelling by road this time might get difficult.

  About Singapore

One of the most expensive cities to go on a vacation, Singapore has a rich culture, amazing food and also a great place to go cruising. Not to mention, the marvellous architecture. The city is also known for hosting grand festivals and for its lavish nightlife. You can plan a trip with your family or with your friends. You can also plan a solo backpacking trip to Singapore. The city also has quite a few hostels for young travellers. One of the most popular highlights of the city is Universal Studios. Not only will you get to be a part of your favourite comic universes but you can also try all of the theme-based rides here. Singapore has quite a lot of amusement parks and places for you to explore your adventurous side. It is also the perfect place for you to flaunt your most stylish self or shop till you drop.

Best Time to Visit Singapore

Singapore is ideal for visiting any time of the year because of its climate. It is warm and tropical all year round, which is one of the reasons why the prices barely go down. December is one of the most happening months, and prices are skyrocketing this month, thanks to the lavish New Year's Eve parties. The expensive hotel prices, however, do not drop and only increase during Christmas and New Year's Eve. You might also want to steer clear of Chinese New Year to avoid the high prices of flight tickets to Singapore and accommodations. While the temperature ranges between 29 to 31 degree Celsius throughout the year, you might also experience mild showers every now and then. You can book a hotel in Singapore either closer to all the tourist attractions or go for a hostel, in case you are on a solo trip or with your friends.

November to June is when the city experiences winter, and there is also a boost in the number of tourists. This period also sees a lot of festivals being hosted in Singapore. November to January is when Singapore receives rainfall and witnesses the highest precipitation. You can be a part of the Chinese New Year celebrations in February or the Dragon Boat Festival in June and the Great Singapore Sale from June to August. The best part about planning your travel during these months is that you can get cheap flight tickets to Singapore from India.

A lesser popular time to visit is from July to October when the number of tourists is comparatively lesser. If you reach right before the Great Singapore Sale ends, you might even get your favourite designer items at a reasonable price. Though you might receive rainfall between June and September, it only affects the North-eastern part of Singapore more. If you are planning your vacation to Singapore in July and August, you can attend the Singapore Food Festival and the Hungry Ghost Festival. You can also catch the Grand Prix Singapore in September along with the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Places to Visit in Singapore

Singapore has a lot of tourist attractions that are perfect for every kind of vacation. The Underwater World is the best place to visit in Singapore with your family. Not only will you see over 2500 marine animals, but you can also dive with the sharks and swim with the dolphins. The Singapore Zoo houses a lot of zebras, mole rats, parakeets, white tigers, a komodo dragon and other creatures. You will have to pay a certain fee to enter, just like at the Underwater World. You can also head to the River Safari that is home to red pandas and 6000 other animals. The best part is that safari is river-themed. Singapore also has a lot of beaches like the Changi Beach, Tanjong Beach and Sentosa Island that you can visit. Universal Studios is one of the major attractions of Singapore. It is a theme park that has Transformers, Shrek, Madagascar-based rides and a lot of your other favourite characters, other than Harry Potter. You can go with your kids or friends.

The Smith Street Hawker Centre in Chinatown is where you go to try delicious Chinese, Malay and Indian street food. You will not even have to worry about hygiene. You can also go to Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum to be amazed at wax statues of celebrities like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, Queen Elizabeth II, and others. Marina Bay Sands is one of the most popular and luxe hotels in Singapore. It also boasts of the world's biggest infinity pools and staying here even for a night will be the experience of a lifetime. You will definitely come across this when you are booking a hotel in Singapore online. The Coney Island is one of the most romantic places in Singapore and an ideal place to plan a date, too.

Things to do in Singapore

Singapore is one of those places where you can fulfil your lavish holiday dreams. You can party till wee hours and treat your hangover by just lying near the pool at your hotel to soak in the view. The city has a lot of places for you to go sightseeing or indulge in adventurous activities. Marina Bay district in Singapore has the best tourist attractions in the city. You can experience the nightlife here and visit some of the popular nightclubs. You can also book your accommodation at the Marina Bay Sands resort, and you won't even have to go anywhere. The complex has an amazing casino, a lot of nightclubs, shops, Sands SkyPark and performance halls. You can also head to Chinatown to enjoy a night out in the town. Try out the street food, go clubbing or shopping. You can go shopping at Pagoda Street, grab a bite at New Bridge Road or Smith Street and head over to Tanjong Pagar district to experience the nightlife. The Sentosa is an island resort that is basically for all age groups. You can go with your family, with your friends or on your solo trip, too. Little India is where you go to if you want to stray from the main city. It's 2 miles from Marina Bay.

Food and Restaurants in Singapore

Singapore is one tourist destination where you will find an eclectic blend of cuisines from all over the world. Be it continental, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, or Malay cuisine, and it's easy to find a restaurant that will satiate your hunger pangs and food cravings. Maxwell Food Centre is a popular place that has about 100 stalls of different kinds of food. It would be best if you also tried the fine dining scenes, the bars and lounges in the city. Le Noir Bar & Lounge in Marina Bay Sands is one of the best places to go to in the area. If you are craving European or French cuisine, you can head to Entre-Nous Creperie at Seah Street. Cure at Keong Saik Road is one of the best places to go to if you want to try some Irish or European food. You can also try Colony for some Singaporean food. Positano Risto is another fine restaurant that serves the best pizza and other Italian food. If you want to have Chinese food at a fancy restaurant instead of a local food joint, you can visit the Summer Pavilion at The Ritz-Carlton. Paulaner Brauhaus Singapore is popular for serving German food and drinks. It is also a Brew Pub that you can't miss. You can just chill with a couple of beers here. You will find a lot of good Indian restaurants in the Little India area in Singapore. If it is French, European or Caucasian food that you want to try, head over to Chef's Table by Chef Stephan Zoisl. You can also try the Japanese food at Akira Back.

How to reach Singapore (Transportation)

Singapore has its own airport called Changi Airport. The flight connectivity to Singapore from India is excellent. Not only do you get direct flights to Singapore from here, you even get connecting ones, depending on the availability. Indigo, Singapore Airlines, Srilankan Airlines, Spicejet run flights to Singapore quite frequently. You'll get cheap flight tickets to Singapore quite easily, but in any case, book your tickets in advance. If you take a direct flight to Singapore, it will take about 5 to 6 hours to land in the city. Getting a taxi from Changi Airport is also not very difficult since the city sees a lot of tourists throughout the year. Changi Airport has quite a lot of facilities like art activities for kids, baby care rooms, lounges, entertainment decks and rest areas that are free to use. In fact, you can also get a temporary local SIM card to use within the city at the airport itself. The airport also has movie theatres, in case you have to wait for a long time for your flight. You'll also find showers, spa facilities, prayer rooms, shopping areas and prayer rooms in the airport.

  About Singapore Airport

Singapore Changi Airport or popularly known as Changi Airport services the city of Singapore and is a major civilian airport. It is easily one of the largest hubs for transportation in Asia. It has been rated by Skytrax as the World's Best Airport eight consecutive times since 2013. It is the world's first airport to reach such a milestone and earn a record. In terms of international passenger traffic and cargo, the Singapore Changi Airport stands as one of the busiest in the world. The airport is located in Changi, which is on the eastern side of Singapore. It is about 20 km away from Singapore's Downtown Core.

Singapore Changi Airport is the home base for a plethora of airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Scoot, BOC Aviation, Singapore Airlines Cargo, Jetstar Asia Airways and Silkair. The airport is recognised for its passenger traffic and stands at the 18th position on a global scale as the busiest airport. Just in 2019, Singapore Changi Airport accommodated over 68.3 million passengers. The airport serves close to 100 airlines with flights flying to 380 cities around the world. It has been recorded that the airport witnesses close to 7,400 flights that depart and arrive at Singapore Changi Airport every week. Over the years, Singapore Changi Airport has taken home over 620 awards ever since it has opened for business. Not to mention how it received 28 awards in one year alone, being 2019.

About Airport Terminals

As Singapore Changi Airport hosts more than 100 airlines with connections to over 380 cities in 100 countries worldwide, it witnesses an abundance of air traffic. It is the seventh busiest airport in terms of international passenger traffic. The Singapore Changi Airport has five passenger terminals and has been designed to hold a capacity of about 85 million passengers. Terminal 1's operations kicked off in 1981 and are located on the northern side of the airport. The terminal underwent renovation and opened for public use in 2019. Terminal 2 is situated on the eastern side. However, the operations as on May 1, 2020, have been suspended for 18 months. Terminal 3's location is by the western end and officially opened for business in 2008.

Meanwhile, Terminal 4 is the most recent terminal that came into existence in 2017 and is at the southern side. Besides the four functioning terminals for domestic and international flights, the airport also caters to a private run terminal named JetQuay CIP Terminal. The terminal sees a resemblance to the First Class Terminal built by Lufthansa at the Frankfurt Airport in Germany. With an access fee, the terminal is open to all travellers who are travelling in varied classes. Plans to construct Terminal 5 are also in works. If it goes according to schedule, the terminal should be ready by 2030 with an expected capacity of 50 million passengers in a year.

About Airport Authority

Owned by the Government of Singapore, the airport is operated by a consortium of Changi Airport Group, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore and Republic of Singapore Air Force. Changi Airports International (CAI) is the consultant and investor in the airport venture. CAI is also recognised to be a leading company in the global aviation market. Over the years, the consortium has enabled extensive airport infrastructural development. The airport is currently being managed by CAI, who have worked to bring about a strong economic gain out of the developed project. They have further brought forth integrated solutions to enhance the airport's quality and for it to achieve world-class stature in the aviation industry. The airport is also associated with the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore which is a statutory board that falls under the Ministry of Transport of the Government of Singapore. As part of the venture, the CAAS has enabled an air hub to help promote the safe practices and protocols for civilian air-service arrangements.

Top airlines flying from Singapore Changi Airport

Singapore Changi Airport serves as a home base for airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Silkair, BOC Aviation, Singapore Airlines Cargo, Scoot and Jetstar Asia Airways. The airport also witnesses some Indian airlines chartered for international travel. Air India, Air India Express, GoAir, IndiGo and Vistara are some of the Indian airlines that fly to Singapore Changi Airport. These flights have dedicated services to the airport and even have space for parking.

The airport caters extensively to international cities and is recognised as one of the best. The largest market for the Singapore Changi Airport is from cities such as Malaysia, India, Thailand, China, Tokyo, Sydney, Jakarta, Vietnam, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, Denpasar, to name a few. The airlines seen by the Singapore Changi Airport include Air France, Air China, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, AirAsia, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Bangkok Airways, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, Druk Air, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Fiji Airways, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Malindo Air, Saudia, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Srilankan Airlines, Swiss, Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways, United Airlines and Vietnam Airlines, to name a few. There are also extensive cargo flights and airlines that fly from Singapore Changi Airport. Cargo airlines from Singapore Changi Airport include Air Hong Kong, Asiana Cargo, Cathay Pacific Cargo, China Airlines Cargo, Etihad Cargo, Emirates SkyCargo, Korean Air Cargo, SF Airlines, UPS Airlines and more.

Facilities at the Singapore Changi Airport

The airport serves a slew of facilities that would be ideal and essential for passengers.

Airport lounges- Singapore Changi Airport has a handful of airline lounges at all the terminals. You can find from first-class and business-class lounges to VIP rooms and hotels, Singapore Changi Airport offers many beautiful and snazzy lounges. Even the regular boarding lounge area near the departure zones are very exquisite.

Baby care rooms - There are dedicated baby care rooms at several intervals of the airport. The rooms are kept perfectly well and hygienic. They also have baby products such as diapers and powders.

Baggage storage - The baggage services include porter services where professionals escort the passengers and take care of their luggage. You can also get plastic wrapping done for your baggage.

ATMs and foreign exchange - There are ATM kiosks and foreign exchange counters and booths at all terminals. You can find them at the departures and arrivals segments of all terminals.

Medical services - Some many clinics and pharmacies are available at all the terminals in the airport. Medical assistance can also be availed if you check at the information desk.

Entertainment deck - Since there are many layovers of flights that do take place, the Singapore Changi Airport has installed entertainment decks to keep the passengers engaged. From watching TV to recreational activities, the airport has facilities for the same.

WiFi and internet - You can avail the airport's WiFi services on the phone. The airport also has dedicated internet cafes in several spots of the Singapore Changi Airport. You will have to pay a fee to get access to the internet cafe.

Prayer rooms - The airport has dedicated multi-faith rooms to allow passengers to engage in their religious prayers. The rooms can also be used for meditation purposes in case required.

Smoking zones - To keep the atmosphere of the airport clean and fresh, the Singapore Changi Airport has installed several smoking lounges. You can find packs of cigarettes at the airport premise as well.

Spas and shower services - There are booths for shower and spa services that can be availed at the airport's lounge.

How to reach Singapore Changi Airport

Mass Rapid Transit

Since the Singapore Changi Airport is massive with a slew of terminals sprawled across the expanse, the airport has provided a dedicated Mass Rapid Transit network which works as a perfect connection for Singapore Expo site as well as the Changi Airport. There are underground lines called the Changi Airport MRT station which links Terminal 2 and 3. A Downtown Line opened recently owing to the tremendous demand for the route connecting Pasir Ris and Tuas link. The dedicated shuttle service connects the Expo from Bukit Timah and Bukit Panjang to and from the city. The MRT is considered to be one of the most convenient ways to reach the Singapore Changi Airport. A plan to build Land Transport Masterplan is in the works that would be extended to Terminal 5 of Singapore Changi Airport. The plan is said to be concluded by 2040.

Bus

There are dedicated bus services to reach the Singapore Changi Airport. They are operated by SBS Transit, Go-Ahead Singapore and SMRT Buses. These buses have excellent stops which connect Terminal 3 to Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 as well. Another route that connects the first three terminals is from the basement busy bays. One of the best ways to reach Singapore Changi Airport also has coaches that traverse from Johor Bahru. They start coaches and stand at Terminals 1,2 and 3.

Taxi and rentals

Taxis and rentals are also available at the Singapore Changi Airport. You can find efficient taxis and rentals from the city centre to reach the Singapore Changi Airport. You can avail limousine services as well to reach the Singapore Changi Airport.