Scoot’s Winter 2025/26 Expansion

Ashish Kumar August 13, 2025

Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, is set to expand its Asian network with three new routes — Okinawa and Tokyo Haneda in Japan, and Chiang Rai in Thailand. Services will launch between December 2025 and March 2026, alongside frequency boosts across popular destinations.

New Scoot (TR) Routes: Launch Dates, Aircraft & Fares

Scoot’s route expansion adds affordable, direct access to several sought-after leisure destinations.

New Scoot Routes Overview

Route (From Singapore) Launch Date Weekly Frequency Aircraft Type Intro Fare (One-way, Incl. Taxes)
Okinawa, Japan 15 Dec 2025 3x weekly Airbus A320 family S$190
Chiang Rai, Thailand 1 Jan 2026 5x weekly Embraer E190-E2 S$128
Tokyo Haneda, Japan 1 Mar 2026 Daily Boeing 787 Dreamliner S$190

Destination Highlights

1. Okinawa – Subtropical Paradise

  • Known for white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and UNESCO-listed heritage.

  • Positioned as a winter sun getaway for Singapore travellers.

  • Flights timed to capture year-end holiday demand.

2. Tokyo Haneda – Gateway to Central Tokyo

  • Conveniently located closer to the city than Narita Airport.

  • Daily Boeing 787 service for comfort on the 7-hour flight.

  • Complements Scoot’s existing Tokyo Narita operations.

3. Chiang Rai – Northern Thailand’s Cultural Gem

  • Famous for Lanna heritage temples, mountain scenery, and the Golden Triangle.

  • Served by right-sized E190-E2 jets that link emerging regional cities.

Scoot Flight Timings (Sample)

Example Schedules

Route Flight No. Departure (SIN) Arrival (Local) Departure (Local) Arrival (SIN)
Singapore–Okinawa TR834 02:15 08:20 09:20 13:45
Singapore–Chiang Rai AM/Mid slots Morning or Evening Morning or Evening Same Day Same Day
Singapore–Haneda TR800 17:30 01:00 (+1) 03:15 08:30

Exact schedules subject to operational adjustments.

Scoot Network Frequency Increases

Scoot isn’t just adding new destinations — it’s also boosting flights to meet Northern Winter 2025/26 demand.

Frequency Upgrades

Destination Previous Frequency New Frequency Effective Date
Bangkok 35 weekly 39 weekly Aug 2025
Ipoh 17 weekly 21 weekly Nov 2025
Chiang Mai 7 weekly 14 weekly Dec 2025
Tokyo Narita 12 weekly 14 weekly Oct 2025
Sapporo (via TPE) 4 weekly 7 weekly Dec 2025
Jeju 5 weekly 7 weekly Jan 2026
Taipei 23 weekly 25 weekly Oct 2025, then 28 weekly from Dec 2025

What Travellers Should Know

  • Introductory Fares:

    • Chiang Rai from S$128*

    • Okinawa from S$190*

    • Tokyo Haneda from S$190*

  • Convenience Factor: Haneda offers shorter transfer times compared to Narita.

  • Aircraft Comfort:

    • E190-E2 — ideal for short-haul leisure trips.

    • 787 Dreamliner — wide-body comfort for Japan flights.

Why Scoot is Expanding Now

The move supports year-end holiday peaks and anticipated post-pandemic travel growth in Asia. With Japan and Thailand among the top destinations for Singapore travellers, Scoot is positioning itself strongly in the affordable international leisure travel market.

 

 

Disclaimer: Flight schedules, fares, and launch dates are based on Scoot’s official announcements and may change without prior notice. Travellers should check latest updates before booking.

 

 

 

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