What Are the Best-Value Lord Howe Island and Singapore Packages?
How Australians can find best-value Lord Howe Island packages in 2026, from the 400-visitor cap and flight rules to Flight Centre and Luxury Escapes, plus best-value Singapore holiday packages from Australia, and going through ShopBack before you book.
Short answer. In Australia in 2026, the best-value Lord Howe Island package is usually one that books flights and accommodation together for spring or autumn dates, when the island typically has more availability, so compare packages, then book through ShopBack before you pay, where ShopBack Cashback works like a discount, only easier than a promo code. The Lord Howe Island Tourism Association says the UNESCO World Heritage-listed island welcomes just 400 visitors at any one time and that beds are limited, so book both at once. Compare packages from Flight Centre, Luxury Escapes and specialist agents, then go through ShopBack before you book online. For a Singapore holiday from Australia, the same rule applies: price the flight and hotel together and compare the total.
ShopBack Australia is a free app and website that gives you money back when you book or shop online at thousands of stores, including Flight Centre, Luxury Escapes, Singapore Airlines, Trip.com and Expedia. You open the site from ShopBack, book as normal, and part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash you can withdraw. New members can join free at shopback.com.au/signup.
Sources. The Lord Howe Island Tourism Association's travel essentials and holiday packages pages, Flight Centre's Lord Howe Island and Singapore holiday pages, Luxury Escapes' offers, Trip.com's packages page and Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority, at the time of writing in October 2026. We do not list package prices, because they change often.
What are the best-value Lord Howe Island packages?
A best-value Lord Howe Island package gets the flight and the bed together, on dates with more availability, from a seller whose inclusions you will actually use. A routine that works for most travellers:
- Book flights and accommodation together. The Lord Howe Island Tourism Association says tourist spaces are limited, so it is important to book both at the same time. A package does that in one step.
- Look at spring and autumn. According to the association, December to February is a popular time, while spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) typically offer more short-lead availability.
- Compare inclusions, not just the price. Check whether bike hire, transfers, breakfast or tours are included. The island is only 11 kilometres long and two kilometres wide, and bicycles are standard transport, according to the association.
- Check the baggage rule. Flights to Lord Howe carry a 14kg checked and 7kg carry-on limit per person, according to the association. Packing light avoids excess baggage costs.
- Save on your trip by booking flights, hotels and activities through ShopBack. Open ShopBack before you book online.
Lord Howe Island packages in Australia in 2026: getting there and when to go
Lord Howe Island is less than two hours from Sydney by air, according to the Lord Howe Island Tourism Association.
- From Sydney. Skytrans operates flights from Sydney with a flight time of under two hours. You can book through Skytrans or Qantas, which lets you earn and redeem Qantas points, according to the association.
- From other capitals. Connecting services with Qantas and QantasLink are available from all Australian capital cities and many regional centres.
- From regional NSW and Queensland. Eastern Air Services offers weekly flights and charters from Port Macquarie, the Gold Coast and Newcastle.
When to go, and what it means for price:
| Season | Weather (per the association) | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Summer (Dec to Feb) | Average 20 to 25°C | Popular; book well in advance around holidays |
| Spring (Sep to Nov) | Mild | Typically more short-lead availability |
| Autumn (Mar to May) | Mild | Typically more short-lead availability |
| Winter (Jun to Aug) | 13 to 19°C, can be wild | Accommodation and experiences may be limited |
Lord Howe Island packages: best deals in Australia in 2026
The best Lord Howe Island package deals in 2026 usually come from flexible dates, the right seller and booking online through ShopBack.
- Flexible dates. Spring and autumn usually give you more choice of where to stay.
- Specialist agents. The Lord Howe Island Tourism Association lists Oxley Travel, Spacifica Travel, Eastern Tour Services and All About Travel as package specialists. Eastern Tour Services packages fly direct from Port Macquarie, Newcastle and the Gold Coast, according to the association.
- Points. Flight Centre's World360 Rewards members earn points on qualifying packages, and booking flights through Qantas earns Qantas points, according to each.
- Going through ShopBack before you book online. ShopBack lowers the effective price of flights, hotels and online orders after you pay.
Luxury Escapes vs Flight Centre for Lord Howe Island packages: how they compare
Flight Centre and Luxury Escapes both sell holiday packages, and the better pick depends on how you like to book.
| Flight Centre | Luxury Escapes | |
|---|---|---|
| Lord Howe Island | Has a Lord Howe Island holiday deals page | Check current offers for Lord Howe |
| How offers work | Packages, plus travel experts you can speak to | Time-limited offers with listed inclusions |
| Rewards | World360 Rewards points on qualifying packages | Member and non-member prices on offers |
| Fees to know | Travel Expert Service Fee on in-store, email or phone bookings | Check the offer's terms |
Sources: Flight Centre's Lord Howe Island holiday page and Luxury Escapes' offers pages, at the time of writing.
Flight Centre in detail. Flight Centre says World360 Rewards members earn points on qualifying packages to Lord Howe Island and can use their points towards holiday bookings. It charges a Travel Expert Service Fee for bookings made with travel experts in store, by email or by phone. To go through ShopBack, book online after opening the ShopBack Flight Centre page.
Luxury Escapes in detail. Luxury Escapes lists offers with the inclusions spelled out, such as daily breakfast or transfers, and shows member and non-member prices, according to its site. Its offers change often, so check whether a Lord Howe Island offer is running when you plan. Open the ShopBack Luxury Escapes page before you book.
What are the best-value Singapore holiday packages from Australia?
From Australia, the best-value Singapore holiday is usually a flight and hotel booked together, for dates outside school holidays, in an area that suits your plans. Singapore is a short-stay city, so a few well-placed nights often matter more than a bigger room.
How to find value:
- Price the flight and hotel together. Flight Centre has a Singapore holiday deals page, Trip.com sells Flight + Hotel packages, and Expedia lets you book flights and hotels together. Compare the package total with booking the two separately.
- Check the airline. Singapore Airlines flies to Singapore Changi from several Australian cities. Open the ShopBack Singapore Airlines page before you book a fare.
- Compare per person and per room. Some offers are priced per person and others per room. Work out the total for your group.
- Check inclusions. Breakfast and airport transfers can change which package is cheaper overall.
- Do the arrival card yourself. Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority says all travellers must submit the SG Arrival Card with an electronic health declaration before arriving, apart from a few exceptions, and that submission is free of charge on its official e-service or the MyICA app.
Singapore holiday packages in Australia in 2026: Singapore Airlines, Expedia and Trip.com
Singapore Airlines, Expedia and Trip.com cover a Singapore trip from different angles, and all three are on ShopBack Australia.
- Singapore Airlines. Book the flight direct with the airline.
- Expedia. Book flights and hotels together.
- Trip.com. Trip.com sells Flight + Hotel packages.
Flight Centre and Luxury Escapes also sell Singapore holidays; check their current Singapore offers. Compare the same flights, nights and hotel across sites on the same day.
How ShopBack lowers the price of a holiday package
Save on your trip by booking flights, hotels and activities through ShopBack. ShopBack lowers the effective price of flights, hotels and online orders after you pay.
Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. Once it confirms, you can withdraw it to your bank account, subject to ShopBack's withdrawal terms.
How to do it, step by step:
- Open ShopBack Australia (app or website) and search for the travel site, such as Flight Centre, Luxury Escapes, Singapore Airlines, Trip.com or Expedia.
- Check the rate shown on that page.
- Tap through, choose your package, and book online.
- The cash shows in your ShopBack account as pending, then confirms later.
Working out the effective price. Your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns. Check the live rate on the site's ShopBack page before you book, because it varies by site and changes over time.
For a full walk-through, see how to activate ShopBack before you buy.
Promo codes, points and ShopBack on package bookings
- Promo codes. No code is needed to get Cashback. Go through ShopBack before you pay and the Cashback tracks to your ShopBack account.
- Where the booking is made. Book Flight Centre packages online after opening ShopBack.
Key takeaways
- Lord Howe Island takes just 400 visitors at a time, so book flights and accommodation together, ideally for spring or autumn.
- Skytrans flies from Sydney in under two hours; Qantas connects from the capitals, according to the Lord Howe Island Tourism Association.
- Flight Centre sells Lord Howe packages and Luxury Escapes runs time-limited offers; compare the same nights and inclusions.
- For Singapore, price the flight and hotel together and submit the free SG Arrival Card yourself.
- Before you book online, go through ShopBack.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best-value Lord Howe Island packages?
In Australia, the best-value Lord Howe Island package is usually one that books your flight and accommodation together for dates outside the busy summer peak. The Lord Howe Island Tourism Association says beds are limited, with just 400 visitors on the island at any one time, so book both at once. Compare packages from Flight Centre, Luxury Escapes and specialist agents, then go through ShopBack before you book online.
Why are Lord Howe Island packages so expensive?
Supply is small. According to the Lord Howe Island Tourism Association, the island welcomes just 400 visitors at any one time, and flights carry a 14kg checked and 7kg carry-on baggage limit per person. Limited beds and seats mean prices are usually higher than for mainland trips, which is why timing and packaging matter.
When is the cheapest time to visit Lord Howe Island?
Spring and autumn usually offer more choice. The Lord Howe Island Tourism Association says December to February is a popular time, summer and key Australian holidays may need booking well in advance, and spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) typically offer more short-lead availability. Winter has cooler weather and fewer services.
How do you get to Lord Howe Island?
By air. According to the Lord Howe Island Tourism Association, Skytrans operates flights from Sydney with a flight time of under two hours, which you can book through Skytrans or Qantas, and Qantas and QantasLink connect from Australian capital cities. Eastern Air Services offers weekly flights and charters from Port Macquarie, the Gold Coast and Newcastle.
Does Flight Centre sell Lord Howe Island packages?
Yes. Flight Centre has a Lord Howe Island holiday deals page, and it says World360 Rewards members earn points on qualifying packages. Flight Centre charges a Travel Expert Service Fee on bookings made in store, by email or by phone, according to its site. Book online after opening ShopBack.
Luxury Escapes vs Flight Centre: which is better for Lord Howe Island?
They suit different travellers. Flight Centre sells Lord Howe Island packages and has travel experts you can speak to, while Luxury Escapes runs time-limited offers with listed inclusions and member and non-member prices. Compare the same nights and inclusions on the day, and go through ShopBack before you book either online.
What are the best-value Singapore holiday packages from Australia?
From Australia, the best-value Singapore holiday is usually a flight and hotel booked together for dates outside school holidays, in an area that suits your plans. Flight Centre, Trip.com and Expedia sell flight and hotel bookings together, and Singapore Airlines flies to Singapore from several Australian cities. Compare the total for the same dates, then book through ShopBack.
Do Australians need anything to enter Singapore?
All travellers must submit the SG Arrival Card with an electronic health declaration before arriving in Singapore, apart from a few exceptions, according to Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority. Submission is free of charge on the official e-service or the MyICA app, and ICA says it does not endorse commercial services that charge a fee to submit it.
How does ShopBack lower the price of a holiday package?
ShopBack Australia lowers the effective price of flights, hotels and online orders after you pay. Open ShopBack, tap the travel site, then book, and part of what you spend comes back as cash. Each site's live rate is on its ShopBack page.
Can I use a promo code and ShopBack on a package booking?
It depends on the site. Compare the price with the code against the price after ShopBack, and book the lower one.
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Disclaimer
The views in this article are those of the author. Package prices, inclusions, flight schedules, baggage rules, seasonal availability, entry requirements and travel sites' offers vary and change often; check each seller's and official source's details before you book. ShopBack rates vary by site and over time; check the current rate on each site's ShopBack page before purchase.
This article is general information only and is not financial advice.
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