Singapore is introducing a mandatory Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) levy for all flights departing from Changi and Seletar airports. Starting with tickets sold in October 2026 for 2027 departures, the system uses a fixed price envelope to fund a centralized SAF pool, aiming for an initial 1% fuel blend. The levy is structured by distance and cabin class, with higher charges for long-haul flights to the Americas and Europe. Transit passengers are exempt to maintain the hub's competitiveness. This model differs from the EU approach by shifting cost certainty to passengers to stabilize the green energy transition for airlines.
