Singapore Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Singapore Airlines offers a generous baggage policy, including free checked bags for all passengers. Economy passengers get 25-30 kg on most routes or two 23 kg bags on flights to/from the US and Canada.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Singapore Airlines (SQ) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 1 piece up to 7 kg (15.4 lbs) and 115 cm (45 in) linear dimensions for Economy/Premium Economy. 2 pieces up to 7 kg each for Suites/First/Business. |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item allowed, maximum dimensions 40x30x10 cm (15.7x11.8x3.9 inches). Includes ladies' handbag, camera bag, document bag, or laptop bag. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Weight concept (most routes): Economy 25-30 kg, Premium Economy 35 kg, Business 40 kg, Suites/First 50 kg. Piece concept (US/Canada): Economy/Premium Economy 2 bags (23 kg each), Business/First/Suites 2 bags (32 kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | Free (0 USD) for all classes. Economy includes 25-30 kg (weight concept) or 2 bags up to 23 kg each (piece concept to/from US/Canada). |
| Second Bag Fee | Free (0 USD) for all classes on piece concept routes (US/Canada). On weight concept routes, any number of bags is allowed as long as the total weight is within the allowance. |
| Overweight Fee | $80 to $100 USD depending on the travel band for bags weighing 23-32 kg on piece concept routes. Weight concept routes charge per kg based on zones. |
| Oversized Fee | $80 to $120 USD depending on the travel band for bags exceeding 158 cm (62 inches) linear dimensions. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | Yes |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Sporting equipment (golf, skis, surfboards) counts towards your standard checked baggage allowance. If it exceeds the allowance, standard additional baggage charges apply. Must be packed in a protective bag or hard case.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (e.g., violin) allowed as cabin baggage if under 115 cm and 7 kg. Larger instruments can be checked (counts toward standard allowance) or carried as cabin-seat baggage by purchasing an extra seat.
International Rules
Singapore Airlines uses a weight concept for most international flights (25-50 kg depending on class) and a piece concept exclusively for flights to/from the US and Canada (2 bags included for all classes).
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Join KrisFlyer Elite Gold or PPS Club for extra baggage allowance (up to 20-50 kg extra). 2. Pre-purchase additional baggage online up to 6 hours before departure for up to 25% discount. 3. Pack heavy items in your carry-on as long as it stays under 7 kg. 4. Ensure your bag is under 158 cm to avoid oversized fees.
Unique Nuances
Singapore Airlines calculates baggage primarily by total weight rather than number of pieces for non-US/Canada routes, allowing you to check multiple smaller bags. They also have a strict 32 kg (70 lbs) maximum weight limit per individual bag for occupational health and safety reasons.