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Singapore Airlines Carry-On Size
Complete carry-on and personal item dimensions for Singapore Airlines, including weight limits, enforcement level, and packing tips.
Carry-on bag
Personal item
Important notes for Singapore Airlines passengers
Economy: one carry-on bag (7 kg). Business: two items totaling 7 kg each. First and Suites: two items totaling 7 kg each. The 7 kg limit is actively enforced — weigh your bag before arriving. Total dimensions must not exceed 115 cm.
Packing tips for Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines has moderate enforcement — limits are real but not always checked. That said, oversized bags risk being gate-checked, especially on full flights. Use packing cubes to stay organized and compressible, and check our what not to pack guide to avoid wasting space on items you will not need.
For clothing that packs small and performs well in transit, see our travel fabrics guide and our merino t-shirt roundup — merino compresses better than cotton and handles multi-day wear between washes.
FAQ
What is the carry-on size limit for Singapore Airlines?
Singapore Airlines allows carry-on bags up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 inches), including handles and wheels. The maximum weight is 7 kg (15.4 lb).
What is the personal item size for Singapore Airlines?
Singapore Airlines allows a personal item up to 40 × 30 × 10 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 3.9 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you.
Does Singapore Airlines weigh carry-on bags?
Singapore Airlines has moderate enforcement. They may weigh or measure bags, especially on full flights or at certain airports. Slightly oversized bags sometimes pass, but it is not guaranteed.
Can I bring a carry-on and a personal item on Singapore Airlines?
Singapore Airlines generally allows one carry-on bag for the overhead bin and one personal item for under the seat. Economy: one carry-on bag (7 kg). Business: two items totaling 7 kg each. First and Suites: two items totaling 7 kg each. The 7 kg limit is actively enforced — weigh your bag before arriving. Total dimensions must not exceed 115 cm.
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