Singapore Airlines Baggage Allowance: Cabin Bags, Checked Baggage & Rules
Flying with Singapore Airlines? Check your 7kg cabin baggage allowance, checked baggage limits, fare rules and airport liquid restrictions before you travel.
Singapore Airlines' baggage allowance varies according to your cabin class, fare type and destination, so it's important to check both your cabin and checked baggage entitlement before you start packing.
Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers can bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7kg. Suites, First Class and Business Class passengers can bring two cabin bags weighing up to 7kg each. Each cabin bag must have combined dimensions of no more than 115cm when its length, width and height are added together.
Singapore Airlines also permits an additional small personal item, such as a handbag, camera bag, document bag or laptop bag, subject to the airline's size and weight requirements. Your main cabin baggage must be small enough to store securely in the overhead compartment or beneath the seat in front of you.
Checked baggage works differently depending on your route. On most Singapore Airlines journeys, including many flights from the UK via Singapore, a weight-based system applies. Economy Lite and Value fares generally include 25kg, while Economy Standard and Flexi include 30kg. Premium Economy includes 35kg, Business Class 40kg, and First Class or Suites 50kg.
Flights to and from the United States use a piece-based system instead. Economy and Premium Economy passengers generally receive two checked bags of up to 23kg each, while Business Class, First Class and Suites passengers receive two bags of up to 32kg each. Your e-ticket shows the baggage allowance applying to your particular journey.
Liquids, gels, creams and aerosols carried in cabin baggage remain subject to airport security requirements. Where standard liquid restrictions apply, containers should normally be no larger than 100ml. CabinCleared's branded travel-size toiletries can help you pack everyday essentials while making efficient use of your Singapore Airlines cabin baggage allowance.
This guide explains Singapore Airlines' cabin baggage rules, Economy and premium-cabin allowances, checked baggage by fare type, the different weight and piece systems, liquids and the common baggage mistakes to avoid before you fly.
Economy & Premium Economy:
1 bag up to 7kg
Business, First & Suites:
2 bags up to 7kg each
Maximum 115cm
total dimensions per bag
Weight concept:
Economy: 25–30kg
Premium Economy: 35kg
Business: 40kg
First / Suites: 50kg
Different rules apply
on piece-concept routes
Additional baggage
can be purchased
Charges vary by
route and destination
Pre-purchase online
where available
Key Singapore Airlines Baggage Tips
Economy and Premium Economy passengers can bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7kg.
Business Class, First Class and Suites passengers can bring two cabin bags weighing up to 7kg each.
Each cabin bag must measure no more than 115cm when its length, width and height are added together.
You can also bring one permitted personal item, such as a handbag, laptop bag or document bag, subject to Singapore Airlines' size and weight limits.
Most Singapore Airlines routes use the weight concept for checked baggage, but journeys to and from the United States use the piece concept.
On weight-concept routes, Economy Lite and Value generally include 25kg, while Economy Standard and Flexi include 30kg.
Premium Economy includes 35kg, Business Class 40kg, and First Class or Suites 50kg on weight-concept routes.
On piece-concept routes, Economy and Premium Economy generally receive two bags of up to 23kg each, while premium cabins receive two bags of up to 32kg each.
Check the allowance shown on your e-ticket before packing, particularly if your journey includes several flights or destinations.
Check the liquid-security requirements at your departure and connecting airports. Where standard restrictions apply, use containers of 100ml or less.
Keep passports, medication, valuables, power banks and spare lithium batteries in your cabin baggage rather than checked luggage.
If you need more checked baggage, purchasing additional allowance online before departure may cost less than paying excess baggage charges at the airport.
Cabin baggage sizes explained
Understanding the difference between small cabin bags, cabin suitcases and checked baggage helps you pack efficiently and avoid delays at the airport.
Singapore Airlines baggage allowance by cabin class
Your Singapore Airlines baggage allowance depends on your cabin class, fare type and route. Most routes use a weight-based checked baggage allowance, while journeys to and from the United States use a piece-based system.
Economy
Premium Economy
1 cabin bag
Up to 7kg
Maximum 115cm total dimensions
Checked baggage:
Lite & Value — 25kg
Standard & Flexi — 30kg
Best for
Economy travellers wanting an included checked baggage allowance, with additional weight available on higher fare types.
1 cabin bag
Up to 7kg
Maximum 115cm total dimensions
Checked baggage:
35kg
on weight-concept routes
USA routes:
2 × 23kg
Best for
Long-haul travellers wanting additional checked baggage without moving into Business Class.
Business, First & Suites
2 cabin bags
Up to 7kg each
Maximum 115cm each
Checked baggage:
Business — 40kg
First / Suites — 50kg
USA routes:
2 × 32kg
Best for
Premium travellers wanting Singapore Airlines' largest cabin and checked baggage allowances.
Checked baggage with Singapore Airlines: what you need to know
Singapore Airlines includes checked baggage across its main fare families, but your allowance depends on your fare, cabin class and route.
One of the most important things to understand before packing is whether your journey uses the Weight Concept or Piece Concept.
Most Singapore Airlines routes, including typical journeys between the UK and Singapore and onward to many destinations across Asia, Australia and New Zealand, use the Weight Concept. This gives you a total checked baggage weight rather than a fixed number of bags. Under the Weight Concept, Economy Lite and Value fares generally include 25kg of checked baggage, while Economy Standard and Flexi include 30kg. Premium Economy includes 35kg, Business Class 40kg, and First Class or Suites 50kg.
You can usually divide your total weight allowance between multiple checked bags. However, no individual bag can weigh more than 32kg, regardless of your overall allowance.
Journeys to and from the United States work differently and use the Piece Concept. Instead of receiving a total baggage weight, you're given a fixed number of checked bags with an individual weight limit for each bag.
Under the Piece Concept, Economy and Premium Economy passengers generally receive two checked bags weighing up to 23kg each. Business Class, First Class and Suites passengers generally receive two checked bags weighing up to 32kg each.
Singapore Airlines also allows passengers to purchase additional baggage where available. Buying additional allowance online before departure can offer savings compared with paying excess baggage charges at the airport, so it's worth deciding what you'll need before you travel.
Oversized, unusually shaped or particularly heavy baggage may be subject to additional restrictions or charges, and items that can't be accepted as ordinary checked baggage may need to travel as cargo.
If your itinerary includes another airline or a codeshare flight, don't assume your Singapore Airlines baggage allowance applies throughout the journey. Check the allowance shown on your ticket and the rules applying to each flight before travelling.
Singapore Airlines cabin baggage rules: liquids, extras and restrictions
Economy and Premium Economy passengers can bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7kg. Business Class, First Class and Suites passengers can bring two cabin bags, with each bag weighing up to 7kg.
Instead of specifying fixed length, width and height measurements for your main cabin bag, Singapore Airlines applies a combined dimension limit. The total of your bag's length, width and height must not exceed 115cm, and your baggage must be suitable for storage in the overhead compartment or beneath the seat in front of you.
In addition to your main cabin baggage allowance, Singapore Airlines permits one additional personal item. This can include a handbag, camera bag, document bag or laptop bag. The additional item must not exceed 40 × 30 × 10cm and must weigh no more than 2kg.
Although Singapore Airlines determines your cabin baggage allowance, liquids and other restricted items are governed by airport security requirements.
Where standard liquid restrictions apply, liquids, gels, creams, pastes and aerosols should normally be carried in containers of no more than 100ml and placed in a transparent, resealable bag. Security arrangements can vary between airports, so check the requirements at your departure and connecting airports before travelling.
CabinCleared's branded travel-size toiletries can help you pack everyday essentials in convenient sizes while making efficient use of your Singapore Airlines cabin baggage allowance.
Power banks and spare lithium batteries must be carried in cabin baggage rather than checked baggage. Singapore Airlines also applies specific restrictions to lithium batteries and portable power banks, so check the airline's latest dangerous-goods guidance if you're travelling with larger or specialist battery-powered equipment.
Cabin baggage that exceeds the permitted weight, dimensions or number of pieces may need to be checked into the hold and could be subject to additional baggage charges.
Common cabin baggage mistakes to avoid
Exceeding the 7kg weight limit, particularly when travelling in Economy or Premium Economy.
Assuming the 115cm measurement applies to one side of the bag rather than the combined length, width and height.
Bringing an additional personal item larger than 40 × 30 × 10cm or heavier than 2kg.
Packing liquids without checking the current security requirements at your departure and connecting airports.
Putting power banks or spare lithium batteries into checked baggage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Singapore Airlines' cabin baggage allowance?
Economy and Premium Economy passengers can bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7kg. Business Class, First Class and Suites passengers can bring two cabin bags weighing up to 7kg each. Each cabin bag must have combined dimensions of no more than 115cm.
Can I take a personal item as well as my cabin bag on Singapore Airlines?
Yes. Singapore Airlines permits one additional personal item, such as a handbag, laptop bag, camera bag or document bag. It must measure no more than 40 × 30 × 10cm and weigh no more than 2kg.
How much checked baggage do Economy passengers get with Singapore Airlines?
On Weight Concept routes, Economy Lite and Value fares generally include 25kg of checked baggage, while Economy Standard and Flexi fares include 30kg. Different allowances apply on journeys using the Piece Concept.
What is the Singapore Airlines Premium Economy baggage allowance?
Premium Economy passengers generally receive 35kg of checked baggage on Weight Concept routes. On journeys to and from the United States, the allowance is generally two checked bags weighing up to 23kg each.
What is the Singapore Airlines Business Class baggage allowance?
Business Class passengers can bring two cabin bags weighing up to 7kg each. Checked baggage is generally 40kg on Weight Concept routes or two bags weighing up to 32kg each on Piece Concept journeys to and from the United States.
What is the difference between Singapore Airlines' Weight Concept and Piece Concept?
The Weight Concept gives you a total checked baggage weight that can usually be divided between multiple bags. The Piece Concept gives you a fixed number of bags with an individual weight limit. Most Singapore Airlines routes use the Weight Concept, while journeys to and from the United States use the Piece Concept.
Can I split my Singapore Airlines checked baggage allowance between several bags?
On Weight Concept journeys, you can generally divide your total allowance between multiple checked bags. However, no individual checked bag can weigh more than 32kg.
Can I take liquids and toiletries on Singapore Airlines?
Yes. Liquids, gels, creams, pastes and aerosols can be carried in cabin baggage subject to airport security requirements. Where standard restrictions apply, containers should normally be no larger than 100ml. Always check the rules at your departure and connecting airports before travelling.
Can I take a power bank on Singapore Airlines?
Yes, subject to Singapore Airlines' battery restrictions. Power banks and spare lithium batteries must be carried in cabin baggage and must not be placed in checked baggage. Check the airline's latest battery requirements before travelling, particularly for higher-capacity devices.
Can I buy additional baggage with Singapore Airlines?
Yes. Additional checked baggage can be purchased for eligible journeys. Where available, buying your allowance online before departure can offer savings compared with paying excess baggage charges at the airport. Charges depend on your route and baggage requirements.