Non-Standard Baggage

You may have to carry large or heavy items, such as sporting equipment or musical instruments, with you at times when you fly. Most of these items can be checked in or carried on board. Upon arrival, the checked baggage may come out on a different carousel from your normal baggage. Do seek advice from the airport staff and/or look for the odd-sized baggage signanges at the airport.

Odd-sized baggage should not exceed 200cm (length) x 75cm (width) x 80cm (height) in dimension.

Sporting equipment

Your sporting equipment counts towards your checked baggage allowance. If you exceed this allowance, the usual additional baggage charges will apply.

If you’re travelling to or from Canada and the USA, most sporting equipment is treated as one piece of baggage. A canoe is treated as two pieces of baggage. If you’re travelling to or from Canada, your sporting equipment will be charged according to the baggage allowance that applies to your journey.

In line with local Occupational Health and Safety rules, we are unable to accept any item above 32kg as checked baggage, and these items may have to be re-packed.

We accept your avalanche rescue backpack as a carry-on or checked baggage if it fulfils the following conditions:

The backpack must be packed in a manner that it cannot be accidentally activated, and measures must be taken to ensure that the airbag inside does not inflate;
The airbags within the backpacks must be fitted with pressure relief valves;
The gas cylinders can only be accepted if they are integrated into the backpack. Spare cylinders or removed cylinders may not be carried;
Avalanche packs that contain Division 1.4s explosives and CO2 are not permitted;
The backpack cannot contain more than 200 mg of gunpowder, and cannot use a flammable or toxic gas as compressed gas; and
The battery must be removed, and the battery can be brought on board once it is removed. Your pack will need to be inspected and approved by one of our representatives before we accept it.

Any equipment that is not appropriately packed will not be accepted.

We accept your bicycle as a checked baggage if it fulfils the following conditions:

The bicycle is packed in a hardside bicycle case, a cardboard, or a padded protective case that is designed for transportation;
The handlebars must be secured parallel to the frame;
The pedals and all other parts with extensions must be removed;
No part of the bicycle is protruding from the case; and
The tyres must be deflated.

Motorised or battery-powered bicycles are not permitted on passenger flights. Please seek assistance from the Singapore Airlines Cargo team for transport of such items.

Bicycles packed in a plastic bag or packed in a soft non-padded case will not be accepted.

Oversized bag fees do not apply to checked bicycles. Both standard checked baggage fees and overweight service charges still apply.

We accept your canoe/kayak equipment as a checked baggage if it is packed in a protective bag or hard case.

Please note that motors and electrical components of canoes/kayaks are not acceptable on passenger flights.

Please seek assistance from the Singapore Airlines Cargo team for transport of such items.

Any equipment that is not appropriately packed will not be accepted.

Please contact Singapore Airlines, should you wish to carry firearms and ammunition for sporting purposes, as your checked baggage. You will be responsible to ensure that all necessary permits and licenses are in order prior to your travel on Singapore Airlines.

In addition, the following conditions shall apply:

The ammunition must be completely removed from the firearm(s).
Each passenger may only check in maximum gross weight of 5kg (11lb) of ammunition for his or her own use. Ammunition with explosive or incendiary projectiles will not be accepted.
The ammunition must be securely packed in a sturdy box. Passengers travelling in a group must carry their ammunition in their own separate boxes or bags. Each box/bag/package shall not exceed the maximum limit of 5kg (11lb) of ammunition.
The firearm(s) must be packed in a suitcase or firearm case.

If you are bringing the weapon to / from Singapore, you may apply for a licence with the Singapore Police Force here.

We accept your golfing equipment as a checked baggage if it is packed in a protective bag or hard case.

Please note that battery-driven golf trolleys are not permitted on passenger flights.

Please seek assistance from the Singapore Airlines Cargo team for transport of such items.

Any equipment that is not appropriately packed will not be accepted.

We accept inflatable sport balls, such as soccer balls and basketballs, as a carry-on or checked baggage if it is deflated* before the flight to avoid any damage.

*It must be sufficiently deflated that it can no longer bounce.

Inflatable sport balls that are not equipped with a deflation valve will not be accepted. Please note that we are not liable if there is any damage that results from the inability to deflate the ball.

We can accept your scuba diving equipment as a checked baggage if it fulfils the following conditions:

It is packed in a protective bag or hard case;
Compressed air cylinders must be emptied with the valves open;
The air in buoyancy vest shall be emptied;
The battery and bulb of diving lights shall be removed and packed separately, as they may contain rechargeable lead-acid battery, or be of high intensity, which can generate large amounts of heat when illuminated. They shall be carried as carry-on baggage.

For lithium batteries, the requirements and restrictions for this type of battery must be met.

Any equipment that is not appropriately packed will not be accepted.

We accept your windsurfing equipment as a checked baggage if it fulfils the following conditions:

The windsurfer needs to be dismantled for travel;
A board bag is recommended, as well as either a separate mast bag and sail/quiver bag, or a bag to accommodate both.
Buy separate fin and boom bags (or pack them in with the board and masts respectively).
Ensure that the packaging of choice is well-padded and that your equipment has no sharp edges protruding out of the bag.

Any equipment that is not appropriately packed will not be accepted.

Others

Your musical instrument should be properly stored in a hard and/or rigid protective case that is designed for transportation. Soft cases are not recommended. For string instruments, we recommend that you also loosen the strings.

Depending on the size and weight, your musical instrument can be a checked baggage, cabin-seat baggage, or cabin baggage.

Checked Baggage
Musical instruments, such as cello and full-sized guitar, that exceed the standard cabin baggage allowance should be checked in, and would be counted as part of your checked baggage allowance. If you exceed the free baggage allowance, the usual additional baggage charges will apply.

Cabin-seat Baggage
If you prefer not to check in your musical instrument, you can purchase an additional seat, and we will secure your musical instrument to it.

To carry your instrument as a cabin-seat baggage, it should not exceed the following size and weight limitations:

Boeing 737 aircraft*: 44cm (height) X 30cm (width) x 30cm (depth); or
Non-Boeing 737 aircraft*: 127cm (height) X 43cm (width) x 30cm (depth); and
40kg in weight.

*If you are unsure of the type of aircraft that you are travelling on, please refer to the Flight Schedule page.

Please contact Singapore Airlines in advance should you wish to purchase an extra seat.

Cabin Baggage
If you are travelling with a small musical instrument such as a violin, you can carry it with you as a cabin baggage, which will be counted as part of your standard cabin baggage allowance.

To qualify as a cabin baggage, the sum of length, width and height of your musical instrument (including the case) should not exceed 115cm, and should not weigh more than 7kg.

We accept urns as a carry-on or checked baggage if it fulfils the following conditions:

It should be packed in a shock absorber material (with effective protection against breakage), in a container with special lid; and
It should be securely sealed to ensure no spillage.

Please make sure that the Certificate of Death and the Certificate of Cremation are with the passenger carrying the cremated ashes. This applies to both human's and pet's ashes.

If the ashes are carried as carry-on baggage, full security procedures (with X-ray) will be applied at the airport security point. Hence, urns made of thick material (e.g. metal) should be avoided as it would inhibit the ability to see its contents during x-ray screening, leading to risk of non-acceptance.

Please contact Singapore Airlines in advance should you require any advice or assistance for transporting the ashes.

Flights Operated by Another Airlines

If your itinerary includes flights operated by other airlines, please note that additional baggage handling charges may apply to your non-standard baggage. Please check with the operating airlines for their baggage policies.