Scoot Ipoh flights soar past S$700 one way as Chinese New Year demand sends fares sky high

SINGAPORE, Oct 23 — Reuniting with loved ones during festive seasons is something many look forward to.

But for some, particularly those travelling to Ipoh, Malaysia for Chinese New Year (CNY) next year, it can come at a hefty price.

This comes as flight ticket prices surge during the holiday season, with low-cost carrier fares soaring to new heights.

A check by AsiaOne on Thursday (Oct 22) found that one-way Scoot flights from Singapore to Ipoh cost significantly more in the week leading up to CNY (January 30 to February 5, 2027) — at S$734.20 (RM2,347)