Singapore Airlines Baggage Policy: Cabin, Checked, and Extra Baggage Allowance

Singapore Airlines Baggage Policy mentions all rules and regulations set for carrying bags on the aircraft. Travelers are allowed to take carry-on, checked, and additional baggage, but to a certain limit. Any bag that is overweight will be charged an amount as fee to the traveler. However, passengers are required to review the rules to avoid paying extra costs at the airport. Additionally, they can even purchase Singapore Airlines baggage allowance, if required at the time of booking tickets or during check-in. 

Staying aware of the allowed and prohibited items on Singapore Airlines is also important, as boarding can be delayed or cancelled due to these issues.

Overview of Singapore Airlines Baggage Policy

All limits and allowances of baggage on Singapore Airlines are summarized in this policy, along with the penalties. The allowance generally varies by the traveling class, destination, and loyalty status of the passenger. And it can differ for flights to and from the United States. 

1. The typical allowance includes two checked bags of 23 kg each for Economy and Premium Economy, while a 32 kg bag limit for Business Class, First Class, and Suites passengers. 
2. The limit for carry-on is set to 7 kg per passenger for Economy and Premium Economy passengers. One piece and a personal item can be taken, which must fit under the seat in front of the traveler, such as a handbag, laptop bag, camera bag, etc.
3. Suites, First Class, and Business Class travelers can carry two pieces of 7 kg each as their carry-on with one personal item. 
4. However, the sum of height, width, and length must not exceed 115 cm in all cabins. 
5. Oversized or additional items, such as sporting equipment or musical instruments, can be carried but may incur a fee and will have certain restrictions, as they will not be considered regular carry-on or checked luggage.
6. Travelers can purchase extra Singapore Airlines baggage allowance for a discount at the time of reservation or online check-in. 
7. There will be no concession in fee if the bags turn out to be overweight at the Airport counter during Singapore Airlines check-in. 
8. For U.S.-bound flights, travelers are allowed to take two checked bags, and the combined weight must not exceed 100 kg. 
9. PPS and KrisFlyer Elite Gold/Star Alliance Gold members will be granted additional baggage allowance by the airline. 
10.  Travelers are required to report immediately if their bags are delayed or lost by contacting the Singapore Airlines lost and found department. 
11.  For damaged baggage, they are required to report to the airline within 7 days of the flight arrival. 

NOTE: As per Singapore Airlines Cancellation policy, travelers will not be able to cancel their flights after checking in their bags.

Singapore Airlines Cabin Baggage Allowance 

Travelers can carry up to two cabin baggage, depending on their class of travel, along with a personal item. Singapore Airlines will charge them if any of their bag is overweight or exceeds the set limit of their particular cabin. The bag will be kept in the overhead space above the seat and under the seat in front of them. 

• Suite, First Class, and Business Class: 2 Bags of 7 kg each 

Singapore Airlines carry-on bag dimensions: The total of height, length, and width must not exceed 115 cm. 

• Economy Class and Premium Economy Class: 1 bag of 7 kg

Singapore Airlines carry-on bag size: The combined sum of all sides of the bag should not cross 115 cm, including height, length, and width. 

Additional Items Allowed on Singapore Airlines

Travelers can carry any one item out of these as their personal item on a Singapore Airlines flight. It will be free of charge and added to the limits of the cabin baggage allowance. 

• Ladies Handbag
• Document Bag
• Camera or Camera Bag
• Overcoat
• Umbrella
• Laptop or notebook in a bag
• Baby products, like food, toys, and diapers, can be taken, but the weight should not exceed 6kg.
• Passengers dependent on Crutches, walking sticks, etc, can be carried.
• Duty-free goods

The dimensions of these bags should be under 40 cm x 30 cm x 10 cm. If the dimension crossed 80 cm, it will be considered as part of the cabin baggage allowance. Then either the cabin bag or the personal item will be allowed on board. 

NOTE: Carrying food items is restricted in many countries. Hence, it is advised to research the destination country for allowance on food items. While traveling to Singapore, travelers can check the Singapore Food Agency for food types and quantities allowed on board. 

Singapore Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance

The allowance for checked baggage is always mentioned on the traveler’s ticket. Therefore, they must check their tickets to confirm the quantity allowed according to their cabin. Travelers will have to maintain the weight limit, while an additional allowance will be provided to PPS and KrisFlyer Elite Gold/Star Alliance Gold members.

Singapore Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance
Traveling Class	Standard Allowance	PPS Club Members	KrisFlyer Elite Gold /Star Alliance Gold members	KrisFlyer Elite Silver Members
Suites and First Class	50 kg	An extra 50 kg is allowed.	Additional baggage: 20 kg.	10 kg add-on baggage is granted.
Business Class	40 kg	An additional 40 kg is allowed.	Baggage limit exceeded by 20 kg.	Additional: 10 kg
Premium Economy Class	35 kg	An extra 35 kg is permitted.	Passengers can bring an additional 20 kg of luggage.	10 kg extra is consented.
Economy Flexi	30 kg	30 kg extra is allowed.	20 kg is entitled as a bonus, in addition to the standard limit.	Silver Members are granted an additional 10 kg baggage allowance.
Economy Standard	30 kg	The limit is exceeded by 30 kg.	An extra 20 kg is added to the limit.	An additional 10 kg is licensed to these passengers.
Economy Value	25 kg	Travelers qualify to double their standard checked baggage limit. Hence, the limit reaches 50 kg.	An additional 20 kg is allowed to be taken as Singapore Airlines checked baggage.	Passengers can go ahead with an extra 10 kg of luggage on Singapore Airlines.
Economy Lite	25 kg	More 25 kg can be carried as checked allowance.	In addition to the standard 25 kg, flyers can bring 20 kg of baggage.	A total of 35 kg of checked baggage is allowed, including the additional 10 kg.

NOTE: Infants are permitted up to 10 kg of checked baggage allowance by Singapore Airlines. Moreover, the above-mentioned allowance is for all destinations except for flights to Canada and the United States.

Singapore Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance for the U.S and Canada Flights

The baggage allowance for passengers traveling to the United States or Canada will be measured by the piece concept. The piece here refers to the bag carried as checked luggage, mentioning how many bags and of what weight are allowed by Singapore Airlines. Infants are also granted the same quantity of baggage, depending on the traveling class, but in a single unit. 

Traveling Class	Standard Allowance	PPS Club Members	KrisFlyer Elite and Star Alliance Members
Suites and First Class	2 pieces, up to32 kg each	2 Additional pieces,up to 32 kg each	1 Additional piece,up to 32 kg.
Business Class	2 pieces, up to32 kg each	2 Additional pieces,up to 32 kg each	1 Additional piece,up to 32 kg.
Premium Economy Class	2 pieces, up to23 kg each	2 Additional pieces,up to 23 kg each	1 Additional piece,up to 23 kg.
Economy Class (All Fares)	2 pieces, up to 23 kg each	2 Additional pieces,up to 23 kg each	1 Additional piece,up to 23 kg.

When someone is carrying an alcohol based disinfectant or Hand Sanitizers in the checked baggage, the quantity must not exceed 500 ml per bag or 2 liters in total, as per the instructions for Dangerous Goods Regulations.

Priority Baggage Handling on Singapore Airlines

Flyers traveling in Suites, Business Class, First Class, and Premium Economy Class can take advantage of Priority Baggage handling. Along with this, the members of the PPS Club, Star Alliance, and KrisFlyer Elite Club can also enjoy this perk, even when they are traveling on non-premium cabins. The status of priority handling is mentioned on the bag tags for easy identification and navigation:

• Suites and First Class: PRIO F
• Business Class: PRIO J
• Premium Economy: PRIO S

NOTE: These bags’ tags can also be generated from the self-service kiosk at the time of check-in at the airport on the same day of the departure. And if disabled people can ask for Singapore Airlines’ special assistance to do the same.

Non-Standard Baggage on Singapore Airlines

Non-standard Baggage is the oversized items being carried on Singapore Airlines, such as Sports Equipment, Musical instruments, and more. Travelers will have to pay an extra fee for taking these items on board, whether in checked baggage or as carry-on luggage. The dimensions of these things must not exceed 200 cm in length, 75 cm in width, and 80 cm in height, while overweight items have to be under 32 kg, due to operational and safety regulations. However, they must be neatly and securely packed, especially those delicate and breakable items.

Odd-sized Baggage includes:

• Archery
• Avalanche Rescue Backpack
• Baseball
• Bicycles
• Bowling
• Canoes
• Firearms
• Fishing Equipment
• Golf
• Hang Gliding
• Hocket
• Hunting
• Parachutes
• Javelin
• Rackets
• Scuba Diving Equipment
• Snowboards and Surfboards
• Waterski

Additional Baggage Allowance on Singapore Airlines

Travelers can purchase additional baggage allowance before their check-in to qualify for their overweight, as they will have to pay an extra amount at the airport per kg for exceeding the limits, and there will be no concessions in that. Additionally, Singapore Airlines offers 10% discounts on buying extra baggage allowance within 48 to 6 hours before the scheduled departure of the flight. However, it can also be purchased at the airport, but it will be more expensive.

What is Singapore Airlines excess baggage fees?

If passengers exceed the Singapore Airlines baggage allowance limits, there are additional baggage charges that may apply.

Pre-Purchase additional baggage – Passengers can purchase additional baggage online up to 6 hours before their departure. Discounted rates of 10 to 25 % are available. 

Last-minute additional baggage – Even if you’ve completed online check-in, you can still purchase last-minute additional baggage between 48 hours and six hours before departure.

Flexible options for different itineraries – For non-US and non-Canada itineraries – 

• Pre-purchase additional baggage in blocks of 5kg up to 100kg per flight.
• Passengers can choose from extra baggage pieces, additional weight within the free allowance, or oversize baggage. Singapore Airlines extra baggage fees may apply. 
• Passengers can purchase any of the following combinations –
  • You can opt for up to two extra baggage pieces in addition to your free allowance
  • If your baggage within the free allowance exceeds the weight limit,m, you have the option to add extra weight to each piece.
  • You can choose to include oversize baggage making sure it is within the Singapore Airlines luggage size limit of 158 cm.

Pre-purchase discounted weight pricing for Non-US and Canadian travel routes

The table below shows the Singapore Airlines extra baggage fees that apply when you pay online –

From / To	Singapore	Band 1	Band 2	Band 3	Band 4
Singapore		USD6/kg	USD12/kg	USD17/kg	USD21/kg
Band 1	USD6/kg	USD12/kg	USD18/kg	USD23/kg	USD27/kg
Band 2	USD12/kg	USD18/kg	USD23/kg	USD28/kg	USD33/kg
Band 3	USD17/kg	USD23/kg	USD28/kg	USD33/kg	USD38/kg
Band 4	USD21/kg	USD27/kg	USD33/kg	USD38/kg	USD42/kg
Band 5	USD5/kg	USD5/kg	USD5/kg	USD5/kg	USD5/kg

Last-minute discounted weight pricing for Non-US and Canadian travel routes –

The table shows below the last-minute Singapore Airline baggage fee for extra baggage for weight concept. The fee mentioned below is for the last-minute online purchase between 48 hours and 6 hours online –

From / To	Singapore	Band 1	Band 2	Band 3	Band 4
Singapore		USD8/kg	USD14/kg	USD20/kg	USD26/kg
Band 1	USD8/kg	USD15/kg	USD21/kg	USD27/kg	USD33/kg
Band 2	USD14/kg	USD21/kg	USD27/kg	USD34/kg	USD39/kg
Band 3	USD20/kg	USD27/kg	USD34/kg	USD40/kg	USD45/kg
Band 4	USD26/kg	USD33/kg	USD39/kg	USD45/kg	USD51/kg
Band 5	USD6/kg	USD6kg	USD6/kg	USD6/kg	USD6/kg

Pre-purchase discounted piece pricing for US and Canadian travel routes –

The table below shows the Singapore Airlines extra baggage fees for piece concept when you pay online – 

From/to (Per KG)	Between U.S. and Canada		Other Itineraries
Additional Piece of Baggage (All Classes)	Band 1	$120	SIN – Band 3	$40
	Band 2	$160	Band 5	$40
	Band 3	$200	Others	$120
	Band 4	$280
Overweight baggage from 50 to 70 Pounds (23 to 32 KG)	Band 1	$80	SIN – Band 3	$40
	Band 2	$100	Band 5	$40
	Band 3	$140	Others	$80
	Band 4	$180
Oversized baggage (Exceeding 62 Inches (158 CM))	Band 1	$80	SIN – Band 3	$40
	Band 2	$100	Band 5	$40
	Band 3	$140	Others	$80
	Band 4	$180

Last-minute discounted piece pricing for US and Canadian travel routes –

The table shows below last-minute Singapore airline baggage fees for extra baggage for the piece concept. The fee mentioned below is for the last-minute online purchase between 48 hours and 6 hours online – 

From/to (Per KG)	Between U.S. and		Other Itineraries
Additional Piece of Baggage (All Classes)	Band 1	$135	SIN – Band 3	$45
	Band 2	$180	Band 5	$45
	Band 3	$225	Others	$135
	Band 4	$315
Overweight Charge 50 to 70 Pounds (23 to 32 KG)	Band 1	$90	SIN – Band 3	$45
	Band 2	$113	Band 5	$45
	Band 3	$158	Others	$90
	Band 4	$203
Oversized Charge (Exceeding 62 Inches (158 CM))	Band 1	$90	SIN – Band 3	$45
	Band 2	$113	Band 5	$45
	Band 3	$158	Others	$90
	Band 4	$203

Band 1 – Hong Kong SAR – China, Japan, Korea, Germany, United Kingdom, Taiwan – China and points in North America (direct flights)

Band 2 – Singapore

Band 3 – Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, South Asia Subcontinent (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka), Australia, New Zealand.

Band 4 – Countries/ regions outside of Band 1, Band 2 and Band 3

Band 5 (sector) – Copenhagen – Rome, Barcelona – Milan

Singapore Airlines Lost or Delayed Baggage

If someone failed to find their bags at the time of arrival at the destination airport, it can be either lost or delayed. In most cases, the baggages are delayed due to some operational issues, but passengers are required to take immediate action to retrieve their bags as soon as possible. 

1. Report Immediately

Flyers must register a complaint at the lost and found office at the airport or by using the online mode. However, it is recommended to visit Singapore Airlines’ Lost and Found office and get the reporting done physically. It must be ensured that they are provided with a copy of the report for future inquiries. 

2. Reference Number

Passengers will be provided with a 10-digit reference number, which can be used for tracking the status of their complaint through the Singapore Airlines lost baggage portal.

3. Updates on the baggage

The department will convey the status of their bags through emails for 7 days. Travelers can get the bags delivered to their addresses or come to the airport to receive them, if found.

NOTE: The bag delivery charges will be paid by the passenger. And if the bags are not found, they can file a claim after 7 days of complaining.

Damaged Baggage

Sometimes bags can be damaged during transit, and if the damage is non-negotiable, passengers can file a complaint. However, the claim will only be for reasonable damages, and not the normal ones. Singapore Airlines will not be responsible for normal damages, which include:

• Cuts, scratches, dent marks,
• Damage to hangers, pockets, zippers, wheels, external locks, etc.
• Loss due to overpacking,
• Marks are present at the time of check-in or when they are delayed and found by airport authorities. 

The claim should be filed after 72 hours and within 7 days of the arrival of the flight. And the last destination should be operated by Singapore Airlines.

Expert Tips to Save on Singapore Airlines Baggage Fees

Flyers should keep these things in mind to save themselves from paying an extra fee at the airport for their overweight baggage, irrespective of their travel class.

• Recheck Limits: Travelers must check the weight limits allowed on their tickets before packing anything. 

• Read the Policies: It is important to read the Singapore Airlines baggage policy to check all the allowed and restricted items on board. 

• Purchase Additional Allowance: Travelers must purchase additional baggage allowance in advance, as it can be expensive at the airports. Singapore Airlines also offers these allowances at 10% to 25% discounts. 

• Pack Smart: Always weigh the bags at home to check if they are within the limit or not. Wear the bulkiest clothes and keep heavy items in the carry-on bag and light things in the checked one. 

• Fee Chart: Travelers must check the fee chart to know the pricing and additional fees on specific destinations like Canada and the United States for each additional kg.

Conclusion

Singapore Airlines Baggage allowance depends on the flyer’s travel class. The carry-on baggage limit has fewer variations for upper-class passengers than for Economy passengers, which is in the number of bags and not in the quantity. However, the checked baggage limit clearly depends on their cabin, and any additional baggage will cost them a fee. Extra items are also allowed on board, which are overweight than the standard size, like sports, musical equipment, etc. Flyers are required to report if their baggage is lost or delayed due to the airline’s fault. And claims can be filed for damaged items within 7 days of flight arrival.

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