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Scoot Baggage Policy

Cabin Bag, personal item, checked bag fees, overweight, special items, and basic economy rules for Scoot, with every figure cited to the airline's own policy page.

Quick answer

  • Carry-on: up to 21.3 x 15 x 9", max 10 kg, free
  • Personal item: up to 15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9", free on every fare

Carry-on baggage

Max dimensions (in)
21.3 x 15 x 9"
Max dimensions (cm)
54 x 38 x 23 cm
Weight limit
10 kg (22 lb)
Fee
Free
Gate-check risk
Medium

Economy passengers may carry two pieces totaling up to 10 kg, split between one main cabin bag at 54 x 38 x 23 cm and one personal item at 40 x 30 x 10 cm. ScootPlus allows two pieces totaling 15 kg within the same dimensions. Total linear dimensions for the main bag must not exceed 115 cm.

Scoot carry-on maximum size, 21.3 x 15 x 9 inches (54 x 38 x 23 cm) 21.3" (54 cm) 9" (23 cm) 15" (38 cm) L H W
Scoot maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

Scoot cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Scoot carry-on size is 21.3 x 15 x 9 inches, which works out to 54 x 38 x 23 cm. Those measurements include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Gate sizers on Scoot match the published limits closely, so a bag listed as "22 inch" by a luggage brand can fail if its wheels push the total past 21.3 inches. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.

Scoot cabin bag weight limit

Scoot limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb). Most domestic check-in counters do not weigh carry-ons, but gate agents can pull bags that look heavy. If your bag is over the limit, expect to be asked to check it, sometimes at the higher gate-check fee.

Does Scoot charge for cabin bag bags?

No. Scoot includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on most fares. This applies across standard economy fares.

Scoot carry-on by fare class

Fare Carry-on Personal item Notes
Fly Included Included 10 kg combined cabin, no checked bag.
FlyBag Included Included 10 kg combined cabin, 20 kg checked.
FlyBagEat Included Included 10 kg combined cabin, 20 kg checked, meal included.
ScootPlus Included Included 15 kg combined cabin across two pieces, 30 kg checked.

Scoot overhead bin size by aircraft

Scoot operates Airbus A320 and A321neo on short and medium-haul routes and Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 Dreamliners on long-haul routes from Singapore Changi. 787 overhead bins are generous, A320 bins are tighter.

Avoiding gate-check on Scoot

ScootPlus and passengers with BoardMeFirst add-ons board first. Cabin bags are sometimes weighed at the gate, especially on Dreamliner long-haul flights from Singapore. Keep your bag and personal item under 10 kg combined to avoid excess fees.

What counts as a personal item on Scoot

Allowed

  • Handbag
  • Laptop bag
  • Small backpack

Counts as a second carry-on

  • Large duffel that exceeds under-seat dimensions

Common Scoot carry-on mistakes

  • Assuming the personal item is free of the weight cap, it counts toward the 10 kg combined Economy limit.
  • Arriving with no checked bag purchase on a Fly fare, airport rates per kilogram are steep.
  • Bringing an oversized instrument without booking an extra seat.

What happens if your bag does not fit on Scoot

If your cabin bag exceeds the size or combined weight limit at the gate, Scoot will force it into the hold and charge airport excess fees by the kilogram.

Scoot vs Singapore Airlines carry-on

Scoot is the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines and shares Changi as its hub, but the baggage gap is wide. Singapore Airlines Economy Lite includes 7 kg cabin plus 25 to 30 kg checked on most international routes, while Scoot Fly includes 10 kg cabin combined across two pieces and zero checked. ScootPlus roughly matches Singapore Airlines Economy Standard with 15 kg cabin and 30 kg checked. Singapore Airlines provides lounges, meals, and seatback entertainment at base fare, while Scoot unbundles every service. For short regional hops under 5 hours, Scoot is cheaper, but for long-haul 787 routes the price gap narrows once baggage, seats, and meals are added.

See Singapore Airlines baggage policy

Personal item

Max dimensions (in)
15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9"
Max dimensions (cm)
40 x 30 x 10 cm
Included
Yes, free on every fare

The personal item must fit under the seat in front and counts toward the 10 kg combined cabin allowance on Economy.

Does your bag count?

Bag typeTypical sizeFit
Standard backpack
Everyday daypack, laptop backpack
 18 x 13 x 8" Too big
Tote bag
Canvas or leather tote
 15 x 14 x 5" Too big
Laptop bag
Messenger or slim briefcase
 16 x 12 x 4" Too big
Small duffel
Gym or weekender
 18 x 11 x 11" Too big
Purse
Handbag or crossbody
 12 x 10 x 5" Too big
Under-seat roller
Mini wheeled bag
 16 x 14 x 8" Too big

Checked baggage fees

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Domestic economy
1st bagNot published
2nd bagNot published
Long-haul / international
1st bagNot published
Weight limit70 lb
Linear dim62 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

Fly and FlyPromo fares include no checked bag. FlyBag and FlyBagEat include 20 kg, and ScootPlus includes 30 kg. Checked bags must not exceed 32 kg and 158 cm total linear dimensions. Excess baggage is sold per kilogram at the airport, roughly SGD 20 per kg for flights under 5 hours and SGD 25 per kg for flights over 5 hours. Pre-purchased add-ons are significantly cheaper than airport rates.

Ways to skip the Scoot checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Scoot carry-on size.
  2. Use a Scoot co-branded credit card. These typically waive the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions.
  3. Earn elite status. Mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction.
  4. Book a higher fare. Premium Economy, Business, and First usually include 1 to 2 checked bags.

Special items & sports equipment

Ski / snowboard
Not published
Golf clubs
Not published
Bicycle
Not published
Pet in cabin
Not published
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments may be carried in the cabin within standard size limits. Oversized instruments such as cellos or double basses require purchase of an additional seat.

Scoot does not carry pets in the cabin or as checked baggage, with the exception of service dogs which fly free in the cabin. Sports equipment including skis, bikes, surfboards, golf clubs, and scuba gear counts toward the pre-purchased checked allowance rather than a flat per-item fee. CPAP devices are permitted with 48-hour advance notice.

Basic economy restrictions

Fly (Economy) Scoot's lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
Yes
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • No checked baggage included
  • No meal included
  • No seat selection included
  • Changes and cancellations are paid

Frequently asked questions

What is the Scoot carry-on size limit?

Scoot allows a carry-on bag up to 21.3 x 15 x 9" (54 x 38 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. The weight limit is 10 kg (22 lb).

What is the Scoot personal item size?

The personal item on Scoot must fit within 15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9" (40 x 30 x 10 cm) and slide fully under the seat in front of you. The personal item must fit under the seat in front and counts toward the 10 kg combined cabin allowance on Economy.

Does Scoot charge for carry-on bags?

No. Scoot includes one free carry-on bag plus one personal item on most fares.

What is the Scoot carry-on weight limit?

Scoot limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb). Overweight carry-ons are typically asked to be checked at the gate.

Can I bring a carry-on on Scoot Fly (Economy)?

Yes. Scoot Fly (Economy) passengers can bring one carry-on bag plus one personal item.

How can I avoid Scoot checked bag fees?

Four common ways: (1) pack in a carry-on and personal item only (confirm your bag fits the Scoot carry-on size of 21.3 x 15 x 9"); (2) hold a Scoot co-branded credit card, which typically waives the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions on the same reservation; (3) reach elite status in the airline's frequent flyer program, where mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction; (4) book a higher fare class (Premium Economy, Business, First) where checked bags are included.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Scoot?

Scoot currently has a medium gate-check risk based on our review of boarding policies and traveler reports. Arrive early in your boarding group to improve the odds of space in the overhead bins.

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