Travel comparison
Singapore vs Indonesia
A side-by-side look at the practical travel essentials for Singapore and Indonesia — power, safety, money and getting around — so you can plan or choose between them quickly.
Quick answer
Traveling between Singapore and Indonesia, you will need a plug adapter, and a voltage converter is generally not needed for dual-voltage chargers.
| Detail | Singapore | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Power plug | Type G | Type C/F |
| Voltage | 230V | 230V |
| Frequency | 50Hz | 50Hz |
| Emergency (general) | 999 (police) / 995 (ambulance & fire) | 112 |
| Police | 999 | 110 |
| Ambulance | 995 | 119 |
| Tap water | Generally safe | Use bottled water |
| Driving side | Left | Left |
| Currency | Singapore Dollar (SGD, $) | Indonesian Rupiah (IDR, Rp) |
| Dialing code | +65 | +62 |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (SGT) | UTC+7 to UTC+9 |
| Best season | Singapore is warm and humid year-round. February to April is often a comfortable window for sightseeing, while November to January can be wetter. Indoor attractions and evening plans help manage heat at any time of year. | May to September is generally the dry season for Bali, Java and many popular routes. Rainy season varies by island, and travel around national holidays can be busy, so check local conditions for remote islands. |
Full brief
Singapore travel essentials
Plugs, emergency numbers, tap water, tipping and more for Singapore.
Full brief
Indonesia travel essentials
Plugs, emergency numbers, tap water, tipping and more for Indonesia.