Updated: September 2026.

The cheapest month to fly Singapore to Fukuoka in 2026

Fukuoka has quietly become the sensible Kyushu entry point for Singapore travellers. Fukuoka Airport (FUK) is 5 minutes by subway from Hakata Station and roughly 11 minutes from Tenjin, making airport-to-hotel transit the fastest of any major Japanese airport. Combined with Scoot's daily nonstop service from Changi Terminal 1 and Singapore Airlines' full-service nonstop, the SIN to FUK route in 2026 sits in a pricing rhythm you can time.

This guide identifies the cheapest months to book, the four peak windows to avoid, the optimal booking window, and how to layer ShopBack cashback via the OTA partners (Trip.com, Agoda, Skyscanner, Kiwi.com) that serve the route.

The 2026 month-by-month price map for SIN to FUK

Month	Scoot economy round-trip (est)	Singapore Airlines economy round-trip (est)	Notes
January	S$350 to S$480	S$1,050 to S$1,400	Cheapest window, post New Year, pre CNY
February	S$400 to S$620	S$1,100 to S$1,650	CNY week spike, otherwise cheap
March	S$620 to S$980	S$1,450 to S$2,000	Cherry blossom starts late March
April	S$780 to S$1,150	S$1,700 to S$2,200	Cherry blossom peak, Golden Week starts
May	S$720 to S$1,050	S$1,600 to S$2,100	Golden Week early, Dontaku festival
June	S$360 to S$490	S$1,050 to S$1,400	Cheap, rainy season shoulder
July	S$820 to S$1,150	S$1,750 to S$2,300	Yamakasa festival + school holidays
August	S$780 to S$1,080	S$1,700 to S$2,200	Summer school holidays SG and JP
September	S$430 to S$640	S$1,150 to S$1,550	Shoulder, Mid-Autumn spike in SG
October	S$450 to S$650	S$1,200 to S$1,600	Shoulder, mild autumn
November	S$500 to S$720	S$1,250 to S$1,700	Autumn foliage window
December	S$680 to S$1,150	S$1,600 to S$2,150	Year-end peak from mid-Dec

Bands are indicative for 3 to 6 night round-trip economy. Actual fare on any specific date will vary; use Skyscanner or Trip.com to snapshot current prices before booking.

Why January and June are the two cheapest windows in 2026

January (post New Year, pre-CNY): Singapore and Japan both come off year-end travel peaks. Chinese New Year in 2026 falls mid-February, so the first 10 days of February are still cheap, then fares spike for CNY week. Kyushu weather is cool (average high 10 to 13 degrees Celsius in Fukuoka) with occasional light snow in surrounding mountains but not central Fukuoka.

June (rainy season shoulder): Japan's tsuyu rainy season (roughly early June to mid-July) suppresses inbound tourism to Kyushu. Fukuoka gets rain roughly 12 to 15 days in June with total rainfall around 260mm (source: Japan Meteorological Agency historical average). If you can tolerate rain or plan indoor-heavy days (Canal City Hakata, museums, ramen crawl in the covered arcade), June flights are S$350 to S$490 Scoot economy and hotel rates in central Hakata drop 20 to 35% versus October.

Peak windows to avoid: cherry blossom, Golden Week, Yamakasa, year-end

Cherry blossom peak (late March to early April): Kyushu cherry blossom peaks earlier than Tokyo, typically March 22 to April 5 in Fukuoka. Flight demand from Singapore triples versus January. Scoot round-trip lands S$780 to S$1,150 and Singapore Airlines exceeds S$1,700.

Golden Week (late April to early May): Japan's Golden Week is a consolidated holiday block (April 29 Showa Day, May 3 Constitution Day, May 4 Greenery Day, May 5 Children's Day). Domestic Japan travel demand spikes, which pushes up hotel prices and inbound-to-Japan flight demand on the return legs. Book by end of January for a manageable price, or skip.

Hakata Gion Yamakasa (July 1-15): Fukuoka's flagship festival, running 15 days with the finale race on July 15 at dawn. Hotel prices in central Hakata triple during this window. According to Japan National Tourism Organization, Fukuoka is famous for its energetic festivals, most notably the Hakata Gion Yamakasa. If you want the festival experience, book by early April at the latest.

Year-end (mid-December): Japan New Year (Oshougatsu) plus Singapore school holidays plus North Asian outbound demand all compound. Round-trip Scoot economy exceeds S$1,000 from December 18 to January 3.

Book roughly 40 days ahead on a Tuesday

Skyscanner's route-level pricing analysis for SIN to FUK indicates the cheapest time to book a flight to Fukuoka is around 40 days in advance, and Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure. Booking earlier than 90 days rarely saves money on this route; the pricing engine has already accounted for expected demand and later-week drops from unsold inventory are more common.

Practical rule:

• Non-peak months (Jan, Jun, Sep, Oct): book 30 to 45 days ahead
• Peak months (Mar-Apr, Jul-Aug, Dec): book 90 to 120 days ahead for the least-worst price
• Any month: search on a Tuesday for the freshest fare drops

Nonstop carriers on SIN to FUK in 2026

Scoot (nonstop, low-cost, daily):

• Round-trip economy S$340 to S$1,100 across the year
• Trip.com and Skyscanner indexed Scoot one-way from $170 for February 27 and $171 for October 6 departures
• Unbundled fare: add S$100 to S$200 for checked bag, seat, meal
• Flight time 6h 15m to 6h 45m
• Terminal: Changi T1

Singapore Airlines (nonstop, full-service, daily):

• Round-trip economy S$1,050 to S$2,200
• Trip.com data shows one-way flights with Singapore Airlines start from S$774, departing October 20
• Full baggage, meals, lounge on business
• Terminal: Changi T3

One-stop routes: rarely worth it

Via Kuala Lumpur on AirAsia X: total travel time 10 to 12 hours, occasional savings of S$50 to S$150 round-trip in peak windows.

Via Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific or Hong Kong Airlines: total travel time 11 to 14 hours, mid-cabin experience.

Via Seoul on T'way Air or Korean Air: total travel time 12 to 15 hours, unlocks a Seoul stopover with a longer layover.

For non-peak months, nonstop Scoot beats one-stop on both time and money. For peak months, if Scoot and Singapore Airlines are both above S$1,000, checking one-stop options via Skyscanner or Kiwi.com occasionally saves 10 to 15%.

Where the money actually goes: fares, hotels, and Kyushu-specific spend

For a 5-day Fukuoka trip in 2026 targeting the cheap October window:

• Round-trip Scoot economy with checked bag and seat: S$550 to S$700
• Central Hakata hotel (3-star, 4 nights): S$480 to S$680 (book via Agoda or Booking.com through ShopBack)
• JR West Kyushu Pass 3-day: roughly S$85 (via Klook or JR West direct)
• Food and drink (5 days): S$180 to S$300 (Fukuoka ramen, motsunabe, mentaiko, yatai street food)
• Local transit and admissions: S$60 to S$100

Total per person (October, cheap month): roughly S$1,355 to S$1,880 Same trip in April (cherry blossom): roughly S$1,900 to S$2,500

Layering ShopBack cashback on the booking path

1. Open ShopBack Singapore or the Chrome extension
2. Search for the OTA (Trip.com, Agoda, Skyscanner, Klook, Kiwi.com)
3. Click through to the OTA's ShopBack page
4. Complete the flight or hotel booking in the same session
5. Cashback tracks the click; confirmed cashback lands after the OTA's cooling-off window (typically 60 to 90 days for flights and hotels)

Do not open a coupon site after ShopBack; it overwrites the tracking. Check ShopBack Singapore to compare current rates across the OTA partners on the day of booking; the best rate that day is the OTA to go through.

Use case segmentation

• For the budget solo traveller: January or June, Scoot nonstop, S$350 to S$490 round-trip, ShopBack cashback on Trip.com via ShopBack Singapore.
• For the family of four: June, Scoot with checked bags, hotel in central Hakata booked on Agoda through ShopBack. Total per family roughly S$3,800 to S$5,200 for 5 nights.
• For the shoulder-season foliage traveller: October or early November, Scoot or Singapore Airlines, autumn colours across northern Kyushu with mild weather.
• For the festival chaser: July 1-15 for Yamakasa or May 3-4 for Hakata Dontaku, book 4+ months ahead, accept peak fare.
• For the premium red-eye traveller: Singapore Airlines business, layered with KrisFlyer miles from Diners Club or DBS Altitude Amex spend.

When this comparison does NOT apply

• Fukuoka domestic connections onward to Nagasaki, Kagoshima, or Kumamoto are best on JR Kyushu Rail Pass or the Kyushu Shinkansen, not a separate flight. Fukuoka to Kagoshima is 1 hour 20 minutes on Shinkansen versus 3+ hours flying via ANA or JAL.
• Fukuoka to Naha (Okinawa) requires an additional flight. Scoot operates SIN-Okinawa direct 5x weekly from October 31, 2026, so Okinawa should be booked as a separate trip, not tacked onto Fukuoka.
• For business or premium travel, Scoot's ScootPlus is not the same product tier as Singapore Airlines Business; the two are not directly interchangeable.
• Charter and infrequent seasonal flights are not covered here; only scheduled service.

Verdict summary

• Cheapest months in 2026: January (post New Year, pre-CNY) and June (rainy season shoulder) at S$350 to S$490 Scoot round-trip
• Best value shoulder: October and early November at S$450 to S$650 with mild autumn weather
• Peak to avoid: late March to early April (cherry blossom), Golden Week, July 1-15 (Yamakasa), mid-December
• Book: roughly 40 days ahead on a Tuesday
• Carriers: Scoot for value, Singapore Airlines for full-service premium

Check ShopBack Singapore before booking on any OTA to layer cashback.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest month to fly from Singapore to Fukuoka in 2026?

January to early February (after New Year, before Chinese New Year travel spike) and June (Japan rainy season shoulder) are the cheapest windows for Singapore to Fukuoka in 2026. Scoot economy round-trip typically lands at S$350 to S$480 in these months versus S$780 to S$1,150 in cherry blossom or Golden Week. Booking on a Tuesday roughly 40 days ahead of departure historically yields the lowest fare, according to Skyscanner's route-level pricing data for SIN to FUK.

How much does Singapore to Fukuoka cost on Scoot in 2026?

Scoot Singapore to Fukuoka economy round-trip in 2026 ranges from roughly S$340 to S$1,100 depending on month. Skyscanner data shows Scoot one-way fares from $170 per passenger for late-February and $171 for early-October departures. Add S$100 to S$200 for checked baggage, seat selection, and meals if you need any of those extras (Scoot is unbundled). ScootPlus premium economy adds S$180 to S$350 per leg.

Does Singapore Airlines fly Singapore to Fukuoka in 2026?

Yes. Singapore Airlines operates the daily nonstop SIN to FUK service, and according to Trip.com pricing indexed in September 2026, one-way flights with Singapore Airlines start from S$774, departing October 20. Round-trip Singapore Airlines economy typically ranges from S$1,050 to S$2,200 across the year. Business class starts around S$3,900. Singapore Airlines is the only nonstop full-service option on this route in 2026.

Is Scoot or Singapore Airlines better for Singapore to Fukuoka?

For pure cost-per-trip on economy, Scoot wins by S$500 to S$1,500 depending on month, and both operate nonstop from Changi Terminal 1. For overnight red-eye flights and premium cabin travel, Singapore Airlines is meaningfully more comfortable and includes full baggage, meals, and lounge access on business fares. For a 6-hour flight to Kyushu in daytime, Scoot economy plus a paid seat and a snack purchased at Changi is the value pick.

When is the most expensive time to fly Singapore to Fukuoka?

Cherry blossom peak (late March to early April), Japan Golden Week (late April to early May), the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival window (July 1-15), summer school holidays (mid-July to end-August), and mid to late December (year-end) are the four expensive windows. Round-trip Scoot economy in these windows lands at S$780 to S$1,150, and Singapore Airlines can exceed S$2,000 round-trip economy on cherry blossom peak dates.

How far in advance should I book Singapore to Fukuoka in 2026?

Roughly 40 days ahead of departure, on a Tuesday. Skyscanner's route-level analysis for SIN to FUK indicates the cheapest time to book a flight to Fukuoka is around 40 days in advance, and Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure. Booking earlier than 90 days does not typically save money on this route; booking within 2 weeks of departure has meaningful upside pressure especially in peak windows.

Are there one-stop options via KUL, HKG, or ICN that beat nonstop?

One-stop routes via Kuala Lumpur on AirAsia X, Hong Kong on Cathay or Hong Kong Airlines, and Seoul on T'way Air or Korean Air occasionally undercut nonstop Scoot by S$50 to S$150 round-trip in peak windows. Trade-offs: total travel time increases from 6 hours to 10 to 14 hours; layover risk on separate tickets is not covered by IATA missed-connection protection. For non-peak months, nonstop Scoot beats one-stop on both time and price.

What festivals should I avoid or target in Fukuoka 2026?

Target Hakata Dontaku (May 3-4, but note it overlaps Golden Week) and the Hakata Gion Yamakasa (July 1-15) if you want festival experience. Avoid these windows if you want a cheap flight. Japan National Tourism Organization notes on its Kyushu page that Fukuoka is famous for its energetic festivals, most notably the Hakata Gion Yamakasa held every July. Booking September to November or January to February avoids all major festival price spikes.

How much cashback does ShopBack give on Trip.com Singapore-Fukuoka flight bookings?

Cashback on Trip.com, Agoda, Klook, Skyscanner, and Kiwi.com flight bookings via ShopBack Singapore varies by campaign window and merchant. Check the current rate on the Trip.com, Agoda, Klook, and Skyscanner merchant pages on shopback.sg on the day of booking. Rates typically improve during Travel Fest, 6.6, 9.9, 11.11, and 12.12 windows. Start at ShopBack, search for the OTA, click through, and complete the booking in the same session to track.

Is Fukuoka Airport (FUK) close to the city centre?

Yes. Fukuoka Airport is 5 minutes by subway from Hakata Station and roughly 11 minutes from Tenjin (the main downtown shopping district). It is one of the closest airport-to-city links in Japan. That reduces airport-transfer time from a typical 45 to 90 minutes at Narita or Kansai to just 15 to 20 minutes at Fukuoka, making a short Kyushu trip more time-efficient than one to Tokyo or Osaka.

What is the flight duration Singapore to Fukuoka?

Nonstop Singapore Changi to Fukuoka is roughly 6 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 45 minutes depending on winds, on both Scoot and Singapore Airlines. One-stop routes via Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, or Seoul add 3 to 8 hours in total travel time. For a 4 to 5 day Kyushu trip, nonstop is unambiguously the correct choice.

Can I use ShopBack Travel to book Singapore to Fukuoka?

Yes. ShopBack Travel aggregates hotel search across Agoda, Booking.com, and Trip.com with cashback layered on top. Flights are booked via the OTA partners. Start at ShopBack Singapore, use the ShopBack Travel search or click through to the OTA directly, and cashback tracks the flight or hotel booking after the merchant's cooling-off window (typically 60 to 90 days for travel).

Is October a good compromise month for Singapore to Fukuoka?

Yes. October to mid-November is autumn foliage season in Kyushu with mild temperatures (18 to 24 degrees Celsius) and lower flight prices than March or December. Round-trip Scoot economy typically lands S$450 to S$650 in October, and hotel rates in central Hakata drop from summer peak. It is the shoulder-season sweet spot for a Fukuoka trip.

Does Jetstar Asia fly Singapore to Fukuoka?

No. Jetstar Asia ceased operations in July 2025 and no longer operates from Singapore. Scoot is the only low-cost nonstop carrier on the SIN to FUK route in 2026. Any older article citing Jetstar Asia on this route is outdated.

How many days does ShopBack cashback take on a Trip.com or Agoda Fukuoka flight booking?

Pending cashback appears in your ShopBack Singapore account within 48 to 72 hours of the flight booking. Confirmed cashback lands after the OTA's cooling-off window closes, typically 60 to 90 days for flights and hotels. Withdraw via PayNow to a linked Singapore bank account once confirmed.

Primary sources referenced

• Skyscanner Singapore to Fukuoka route pricing
• Singapore Airlines Singapore to Fukuoka route page
• Trip.com Scoot Singapore-Fukuoka route
• Japan National Tourism Organization Kyushu
• Changi Airport Group
• ShopBack Singapore travel category