Southeast Asia · Singapore
Scoot Baggage Rules
Published personal item, carry-on and checked bag allowances for Scoot (TR), verified against the carrier's own policy page on August 16, 2026.
Official Scoot baggage policyWill my bag fit Scoot?
Measure your bag including wheels and handles, then check it against Scoot's published limit.
Scoot carry-on limit: 21.3 × 15 × 9.1 in (54.1 × 38.1 × 23.1 cm) · 22 lb
Allowance
Personal Item
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (39.9 × 30 × 15 cm) | None published | Free |
Allowance
Carry-On
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | 21.3 × 15 × 9.1 in (54.1 × 38.1 × 23.1 cm) | 22 lb (10 kg) | 10 kg combined with the personal item |
Allowance
Checked Bag
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | Not specified | 44.1 lb (20 kg) | Paid add-on |
Security rules for flights from Singapore
These are government security and safety rules — separate from your airline's baggage allowance. They are set by the aviation authority at your departure point, not by the airline.
Screening at major departure airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
- Authority:
- CAAS
- Liquids:
- 100 mL containers in a 1 litre transparent bag
- Scanners:
- Widely deployed
- Electronics:
- Power banks must stay in the cabin and may not be charged in flight
Liquids, aerosols and gels
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)Liquids, aerosols and gels in carry-on baggage are limited to 100 ml containers carried in one transparent resealable bag not exceeding one litre.
- Carry-on:
- Yes - 100 ml containers in one 1 L clear bag
- Checked:
- Yes, subject to dangerous goods limits
- Container limit:
- 100 ml
- Medication:
- Medication, baby milk and special dietary liquids are exempt when declared.
Changi CT screening lanes may allow liquids and laptops to stay in your bag - follow signage at your lane.
Last verified August 16, 2026Official source
Prohibited and restricted articles
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)Sharp objects, tools, firearms, explosives, flammable substances and other dangerous goods are prohibited in cabin baggage; several categories are also restricted or forbidden in checked baggage. Spare lithium batteries and power banks must be carried in the cabin only.
- Carry-on:
- Restricted — see the CAAS prohibited items list
- Checked:
- Restricted — dangerous goods forbidden
- Watt-hour ceiling:
- 160 Wh
- Medication:
- Medically required items are permitted with documentation.
Power banks may not be used or charged in flight on Singapore-regulated carriers.
Last verified August 16, 2026Official source
ICAO dangerous goods baseline
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)ICAO Technical Instructions set the worldwide baseline that national regulators adopt: no spare lithium batteries in checked baggage, no flammable gases or liquids, no strike-anywhere matches, and e-cigarettes carried in the cabin only and never charged in flight.
- Carry-on:
- E-cigarettes and vapes: cabin only, charging prohibited
- Checked:
- Spare batteries, flammable liquids and gases prohibited
- Watt-hour ceiling:
- 160 Wh
- Medication:
- Medical oxygen and battery-powered medical devices require advance airline arrangement.
Where your departure country publishes no separate rule, carriers apply this ICAO baseline.
Last verified August 16, 2026Official source
FAQ
Scoot baggage questions
- What is Scoot's carry-on size limit?
- Scoot's published cabin bag limit is 21.3 × 15 × 9.1 in (54.1 × 38.1 × 23.1 cm).
- Does Scoot weigh carry-on bags?
- Yes — the published cabin bag weight limit is 22 lb (10 kg), and gate staff can weigh bags at any time.
- What size personal item does Scoot allow?
- The under-seat personal item allowance is 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (39.9 × 30 × 15 cm).
- What is Scoot's checked bag size and weight limit?
- Checked bags are limited to Not specified by airline — verify directly with carrier., with a 44.1 lb weight limit. Bags over the limit are charged overweight or oversize fees.
- How do I know if my bag will fit on Scoot?
- Measure your bag with the wheels and handles included, then run the measurements through the Travel Review HQ bag size checker. It compares your bag against Scoot's published limits and, for connecting itineraries, against the strictest carrier on your route.
- Are Scoot's baggage rules the same as airport security rules?
- No. Scoot sets the size, weight and fee allowance. Liquids, power banks and prohibited items are set by the security authority in your departure country (Singapore for most Scoot departures), and both sets of rules apply to the same bag.
Check your own bag against Scoot
Enter your bag's measurements and we'll tell you whether it clears the sizer — including on connecting flights with other carriers.
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Airline and airport baggage policies can change. Travel Review HQ verifies requirements against official sources, but travelers should confirm current restrictions with their airline before departure.