Can I Bring 2 Checked-In Baggage On Singapore Airlines? | Smart Packing Tips

Singapore Airlines uses two systems for checked bags. To and from the U.S. or Canada, the allowance is set by number of pieces. Everywhere else, the allowance is set by total weight. So the answer to bringing two checked bags depends on where you fly, your cabin, your ticket type, and any status you hold.

How Singapore Airlines Checked Baggage Works

Two models appear across the network. The piece model applies on flights to or from the U.S. and Canada. The weight model applies on all other routes. Under the piece model, Economy and Premium Economy include two checked bags at up to 23 kg each, while Business and Suites/First include two at up to 32 kg each. Under the weight model, the number of bags is flexible, as long as the combined weight stays within your cabin’s limit and each bag stays under 32 kg and within 158 cm in linear size.

For the formal wording and the fine print, see Singapore Airlines checked baggage—piece model and checked baggage—weight model. Both pages list cabin limits, status bonuses, and size rules.

Free Checked Allowance At A Glance

Bringing Two Checked Bags On Singapore Airlines: Rules

To/From The U.S. Or Canada

Here, two checked bags are standard on all cabins. Economy and Premium Economy include two pieces capped at 23 kg each. Business and Suites/First include two pieces capped at 32 kg each. The sum of length, width, and height must not pass 158 cm (62 inches) for each piece. Status can add extra pieces, as shown later.

All Other Routes Under The Weight Model

You can check two bags on a weight-based itinerary, since the limit is about total kilos rather than pieces. Pack as many bags as you like within the allowance for your cabin and ticket. A single bag may not exceed 32 kg for handling safety. Oversize or heavy bags bring fees, so splitting weight across two medium cases is the safer play.

Size, Per-Piece Limits, And What Happens At The Counter

Staff will weigh and tag each bag. On weight routes, they add the numbers and check the per-piece cap of 32 kg. On piece routes, they check the count, the weight per bag, and the 158 cm limit. If a bag is overweight, agents may ask you to shift items or pay fees. If a bag is oversize, fees apply even when the bag sits within the free count.

Status, Infant, And Codeshare Notes

KrisFlyer, Star Alliance Gold, And PPS Club

Perks vary by model. On weight routes, PPS Club members receive a bonus equal to the cabin allowance, while Elite Gold and Star Alliance Gold add 20 kg and Elite Silver adds 10 kg. On piece routes, PPS Club adds two pieces, and Elite Gold, Star Alliance Gold, and Elite Silver add one piece.

Infants And Children

Infants get their own free checked allowance. On weight routes, that’s 10 kg. On U.S./Canada routes, it’s one piece up to 23 kg in Economy or Premium Economy, or one piece up to 32 kg in Business or Suites/First. You may also check one collapsible stroller and one car seat without charge. That policy sits on the airline’s young-traveller pages.

Codeshares And Mixed Tickets

If your ticket includes partner flights, the operating carrier’s rules can override parts of the allowance. The same goes for itineraries that mix both models. Your e-ticket receipt lists which concept applies on each leg, so review that line by line before you pack two bags.

Practical Scenarios For Two-Bag Packing

Economy, Singapore To Tokyo (Weight Model)

You booked Economy Standard. The free checked limit is 30 kg. You want to bring two bags. Pack 15 kg in each, or any split that stays at 30 kg. If one bag hits 18 kg and the other 12 kg, the total is still fine.

Premium Economy, Los Angeles To Singapore (Piece Model)

Your fare includes two pieces up to 23 kg each. That means two checked bags with room for gifts and still within the free count. If you need a third bag, buy an extra piece in advance online for a discount shown on the airline’s site.

Business, Sydney To Singapore (Weight Model)

Your limit is 40 kg. Two checked bags at 20 kg each fit neatly inside the rules. A single 33 kg bag breaches the per-bag cap, so split that load across two cases.

Fees, Discounts, And Smart Ways To Save

Two things drive fees: extra kilos on weight routes and extra pieces or oversize on U.S./Canada routes. Buying extra online can be cheaper than paying at the desk. The airline states that pre-purchases more than 48 hours before departure can be discounted by up to 25 percent, with smaller savings between six and 48 hours. The site also lists route-based bands and per-kilo rates for weight routes, and flat rates for extra pieces on U.S./Canada flights.

You’ll find the live charts and the “Manage Booking” path on the airline’s additional baggage page. Book early to lock the lower rate, and always weigh both bags at home to avoid surprise charges.

What Counts As Two Checked Bags Done Right

Meet The Size Rule

Keep each bag within 158 cm in linear size. Use a soft tape. Add length, width, and height. Oversize bags can still travel, but charges apply on piece routes and on U.S./Canada flights even when within the free bag count.

Respect The 32 Kg Cap Per Bag

Handlers won’t accept bags above 32 kg. If you’re close to that limit on a weight route, split the load. A cheap digital scale saves time at the airport.

Match The Tag To The Leg

Your tag should show the right concept for each sector. On an itinerary with both models, ground staff will use the rules tied to each leg. Double-check tags match flight segments. If something looks off, ask before you hand over both bags.

Second Table: Status, Infant, And Extra Piece Cheatsheet

Common Mistakes That Trigger Fees

Two bags can still rack up charges when small details slip. A quick sweep before you leave home saves money and stress at the counter.

• Packing one heavy case and one light case on a weight route, then crossing the 32 kg cap on the heavy one. Spread the load and you’ll stay inside both rules.
• Buying gifts late, then pushing one bag past the limit. Keep a compact scale in the front pocket and re-weigh after shopping.
• Forgetting the tape measure. Many hard-shell cases sit close to 158 cm. If a new cover or strap adds a few extra centimeters, fees can kick in on piece routes.
• Mixing rules on a multi-leg trip. A sector to the U.S. follows the piece model, while the return via a different hub follows the weight model. Pack to satisfy both from the start.

Quick Packing Checklist For Two Checked Bags

• Weigh both bags at home. Aim below the cap to leave room for gifts or last-minute items.
• Measure linear size. Keep each bag within 158 cm.
• Use two medium suitcases instead of one giant case. That keeps each bag under 32 kg with less strain on zippers and wheels.
• Print or save the baggage pages linked above. If a desk agent queries a rule, you have the source ready.
• If you need more room, buy extra online early for lower rates.

When you match your route model, cabin, and fare to the rules above, bringing two checked bags on Singapore Airlines is straightforward. Piece routes grant two as standard. Weight routes allow two as long as your total sits within the free kilos and each bag stays under the common limits. Pack smart, weigh early, and you’ll breeze through the counter.