Personal-item bag · 40 × 30 × 10 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 3.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
Singapore Airlines cabin bag and personal item size
Checked against Singapore Airlines' baggage page on 5 October 2026
Personal item (under the seat)
40 × 30 × 10 cm15.7 × 11.8 × 3.9 in
Cabin bag (overhead locker)
115 cm in totallength + width + depth
Weight: 7 kg (15 lb)
Will your bag fit Singapore Airlines?
Personal item. Free on every fare. One additional item (handbag, laptop bag, camera or document bag) free; if over 80cm total it counts as your cabin bag.
Cabin bag. Included on every fare listed below. Economy and Premium Economy: 1 piece up to 7kg, length+width+height max 115cm. Must fit overhead or under seat.
What each Singapore Airlines fare includes
| Fare | Personal item | Cabin bag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy / Premium Economy | Included | Included (7 kg) | 1 piece up to 7kg, sum of dimensions max 115cm, plus one additional item. |
| Suites / First / Business | Included | Included (7 kg) | 2 pieces, up to 7kg each, each max 115cm sum of dimensions. |
Will a standard carry-on fit Singapore Airlines?
The most common US carry-on size is 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm, wheels included). On Singapore Airlines it just fits, with under 1 cm to spare. The common European cabin size, 55 × 40 × 20 cm, is right at the limit.
Bags that fit Singapore Airlines
We checked 1,046 bags with published sizes. 0 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare on every side, and another 7 are within a centimeter. 848 fit the cabin bag size comfortably.
Personal item
Personal-item bag · 40 × 30 × 10 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 3.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
Personal-item bag · 40 × 28 × 11 cm (15.8 × 11 × 4.5 in)
Tight 1 cm (0.4 in) too deep; soft-sided, so it only goes in if it squeezes
Personal-item bag · 15.8 × 9.1 × 3.2 in (40.1 × 23.1 × 8.1 cm)
Tight 0.1 cm (0 in) too long; soft-sided, so it only goes in if it squeezes
Cabin bag
Carry-on suitcase · 19.1 × 12.8 × 8.9 in (48.5 × 32.5 × 22.6 cm)
Fits 103.6 cm in total against a 115 cm limit; 4.1 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in)
Tight 114.3 cm in total against a 115 cm limit
Carry-on suitcase · 55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in)
Tight 114.3 cm in total against a 115 cm limit
Carry-on suitcase · 55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in)
Tight 114.3 cm in total against a 115 cm limit; 2.6 kg left for packing
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If your bag is too big at the gate
Cabin baggage over the limits is checked in at check-in, or collected before boarding and put in the hold; excess baggage charges may apply if it exceeds the checked allowance. No amount published on this page. Source
Power banks on Singapore Airlines
You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin; 100–160 Wh needs the airline's approval. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags. Max 2 power banks; extras not allowed. Cabin baggage only. No use or charging during flight. Keep in seat pocket or under seat, not overhead bin. 100-160Wh needs prior approval.
Work out your power bank's watt-hours · Power bank rules on every airline
Worth knowing
- Cabin bag rule is a 115cm sum of length, width and height, not fixed dimensions.
- Power banks may not go in the overhead compartment.
- Domestic China flights: power banks without a valid 3C mark are banned (effective 28 June 2025).
Singapore Airlines bag questions
What size is the Singapore Airlines personal item?
Singapore Airlines' free personal item can be up to 40 × 30 × 10 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 3.9 in). One additional item (handbag, laptop bag, camera or document bag) free; if over 80cm total it counts as your cabin bag.
How big can a Singapore Airlines cabin bag be?
Up to 115 cm in total (length + width + depth), and no heavier than 7 kg (15 lb). The airline doesn’t say whether wheels and handles count, so measure them in.
Which bags fit Singapore Airlines' limits?
Of the 1,046 bags we track, 0 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare and 848 fit the cabin bag size. See the list.
Can I take a power bank on Singapore Airlines?
Yes, in your cabin bag only. You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin; 100–160 Wh needs the airline's approval. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags.
Sources. cabin baggage page · baggage restrictions / dangerous goods page. Rules checked 5 October 2026. Some details the airline doesn’t publish are marked as such above. Airline staff have the final say at the gate. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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