Singapore Airlines' Early Bird Fare Deals: Why It Pays to Plan Ahead
Starting to dream of a 2026 getaway? Booking early is the secret to securing the best value flights before everyone else catches on.
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When it comes to travel, the early bird really does get the worm. Or in this case, the best value fares. Singapore Airlines has just launched its Early Bird Fare Deals, with flights taking off from all major cities and many regional centres through their partnership with Virgin Australia. And if you're a Type A planner, this is for you.
From return fares like Adelaide to Brussels from $1,473, Sydney to Milan from $1,669 or Perth to Manchester from $1,555, Singapore Airlines' Early Bird Fares are full of great value options. Every Early Bird customer can unlock exclusive Pelago discounts on tours, passes and experiences — and KrisFlyer members booking selected European destinations can also earn 50% bonus KrisFlyer miles.
So, if you're looking to lock in your holiday plans for 2026 at exceptional value, here's how to do it.
Book High-Demand Destinations Early
Paris in winter, Rome in summer, London in spring. Whenever you plan on taking off, Europe books out fast. The smart move? Secure your flights now. With Singapore Airlines' Early Bird fares, you can choose from more than 100 destinations, including popular spots like Milan, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Brussels. By the time everyone else is emailing their boss to ask for annual leave, you'll already have your dream itinerary locked in.
Maximise Your Annual Leave
Speaking of time off work, here's where organised travellers win big: mapping your trip around long weekends and public holidays. With a few carefully placed leave days, you can plan your trip abroad to perfection. For example, in 2026 Easter Monday lands on April 6. If you take the four days before (March 30–April 3) as annual leave, you'll end up with a ten-day break, perfect for a European spring escape. Planning ahead also gives you first pick on leave at work, and helps you line up those rare sweet spots where flights, events, and time off align.
Time Your Trip Around the Seasons
Australia's summer is Europe's low season, and vice versa. So, planning a future trip based on the season lets you dodge peak crowds and chase the weather that works best for you. You could swap the beach for ski slopes and hot chocolates in January, or book for August to catch the last long golden evenings of a European or North American summer. Luckily, the sale covers travel between January and September 2026 so you can choose your favourite time to go — just keep an eye on blackout dates.
Avoid School Holidays
Another bonus of forward planning? You can sidestep the chaos (and higher prices) of school holiday periods by travelling in the quieter in-between weeks with available Singapore Airlines' Early Bird Deals. Aiming for off-season windows means more choice, less crowding and smarter value. Plus, if you're travelling with the kids, the sooner you book your flights the more likely you are to nab those prime departure times — no 6am alarms or overnight layovers unless you want them.
Reserve Bucket-List Experiences in Advance
Want to dine at a three-Michelin-star restaurant in Paris, explore street markets in Ho Chi Minh City or snag tickets to Wimbledon? These experiences often sell out months in advance. By locking in flights now, you can get a head start on bookings that make a trip unforgettable. When you book a Singapore Airlines' Early Bird flight, you'll unlock exclusive Pelago perks (including up to 10% off tours, airport transfers and even Eurail passes) make ticking those experiences off even easier.
Make the Most of Extra Rewards
Booking early doesn't just save you money and give you something to look forward to, it adds extra value to your trip. With selected Early Bird bookings to Europe, KrisFlyer members can earn 50% bonus KrisFlyer miles to put towards their next trip. All Early Bird customers will unlock Pelago perks — including up to 10% off tours and passes, plus a free 1GB global roaming eSIM. There's a $10 Kris+ sign-up offer available for new users. All the more reason to get that 2026 trip out of the group chat and into the calendar.
Don't Wait Until It's Too Late
Singapore Airlines Early Bird Fare Deals run only until Tuesday, September 30 2025, with fares across Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class cabins. Book now, and by the time 2026 rolls around you'll be counting down the days, not scrambling for last-minute options.
Find out more and book your Early Bird fare for select travel dates in 2026 here.
