Written Reply to Parliamentary Question on Ensuring Fair Allocation of Peak-Hour Slots Available to Low-Cost Carriers at Changi Airport

Mr Gerald Giam Yean Song asked the Minister for Transport 

a.     what is the current percentage of peak-hour slots at Changi Airport that are currently allocated to low-cost carriers (LCCs) compared to full-service carriers; 

b.     whether there are any policies ensuring a fair proportion of peak-hour slots are available to LCCs; and 

c.     if not, whether the Ministry will consider introducing such policies to enhance competition and consumer choice.

Reply by Minister for Transport Chee Hong Tat:

1.     In December 2024, 33% of slots in the peak hours for passenger flights were allocated to low-cost carriers (LCC). This is comparable to the LCC share of Changi's overall passenger traffic.

2.     Slots at Changi Airport are allocated by the Changi Slot Coordinator (CSC), a unit within Changi Airport Group. CSC assesses new slot applications based on Changi Airport’s available capacity, as well as how the proposed route would contribute towards Changi’s network.