With clear allowances, flexible options, and first-rate convenience, Singapore Airlines Baggage Policy is intended to provide passengers with a seamless, stress-free travel experience. Knowing the airline's cabin and checked luggage policies lets you travel with confidence, whether you're packing for a little vacation or a global journey. Singapore Airlines guarantees that your luggage experience is as smooth and comfortable as your trip because of its generous limitations, traveler-friendly features, and clear policies.
Cabin (Carry-On) Baggage
For carry-on or cabin baggage, Singapore Airlines sets limits in both weight and dimensions:
Each standard cabin bag must not exceed 7 kg (for Economy, Premium Economy) and a dimension limit of a total of 115 cm (sum of length + width + height) for the bag.
In addition to the main cabin bag, passengers are generally permitted a personal item (e.g., handbag, laptop bag) that fits under the seat and meets smaller dimension limits. For example, some guidance calls for personal items of approximately 40 × 30 × 10 cm with combined linear size not exceeding about 80 cm.
The exact number of items and permissible weight can vary by class: e.g., Economy may allow one cabin bag plus one personal item; Business/First class may allow more.
Tip for travellers: Although the published weight limit is 7 kg, many frequent flyers report that standard carry-on bags are rarely weighed at boarding unless overhead bins are full or there’s obvious over-packing.
Checked Baggage Allowance
Weight concept (most routes)
For flights that use the weight concept (i.e., many routes excluding the U.S. and Canada), the allowance is based on the total weight of checked baggage rather than a fixed number of pieces. Key guidelines:
For Economy class: typically up to 30 kg (66 lb) for many routes.
For Premium Economy: up to 35 kg (77 lb) in many cases.
For Business class: commonly up to 40 kg (88 lb).
For First/Suites class: up to 50 kg (110 lb).
Important caveat: a single checked bag should not exceed 32 kg (for safety and occupational health reasons) even if your total allowance is higher.
Additional / Excess Baggage Charges
If you exceed your free allowance in weight or number of pieces, Singapore Airlines allows you to either pre-purchase additional baggage online ahead of time (which usually gives a discount) or pay handling fees at the airport.
Some highlights:
For weight-based routes (non-U.S./Canada), excess baggage is typically charged per kilogram based on predetermined regions/bands (e.g., South Asia sub-continent, Europe, Australia).
For U.S./Canada routes (piece concept), charges apply per additional piece beyond the allowance, and there are overweight and oversized charges too.
Pre-purchasing online up to six hours before departure can reduce the fee (by 10-25 % in some cases).
Practical Tips & Things to Check
Check ticket/booking: Always verify the exact allowance for your route and class in your booking or on the airline’s website. Policies vary by destination and fare type.
Pack smart: For carry-on: keep your bag under 7 kg and within 115 cm total linear size. Also bring a small personal item and ensure it fits under your seat.
Distribute weight: When using weight-concept allowance, you can spread your weight across checked bags, but keep each bag under the airline’s per-bag max (e.g., 32 kg).
Pre-purchase extra allowance: If you anticipate extra baggage, buy ahead via the Manage Booking portal to save.
Mind the unusual items: For sporting gear, musical instruments, oversized luggage: declare ahead, check dimension/weight rules, and budget for possible extra fees.
Going U.S./Canada?: Be aware that the piece concept applies, so it’s the number of bags and per-bag limits, not just total weight.
Know status benefits: If you hold status (KrisFlyer, PPS Club, Star Alliance Gold), you may have extra allowance — factor that into your planning.
Overheights & oversize: Remember that even if your total allowance covers the weight, airlines may limit each bag to a safe maximum (e.g., 32 kg) and your bag’s dimensions cannot exceed linear limits (158 cm in many cases).
At the airport: Check which bag counter and where your flight is routed, especially if making connections. Sometimes local ground agents enforce strict measurements/weights.
Documentation and routing: If you have multiple segments (e.g., one airline code-shared, or separate tickets), confirm your baggage allowance applies across all segments.
Conclusion
Singapore Airlines has a multi-layered luggage policy that includes a carry-on allowance, a checked baggage allowance (which, depending on the route, can be by weight or by piece), and additional fees for non-standard items or exceeding those allowances.
You'll be in a better position to travel efficiently and affordably if you pay attention to your ticket, route, class of travel, and your status in the airline's program. Prior to your trip, always check the most recent information on Singapore Airlines' official website because policies are subject to change.