How many kg of baggage are allowed in Scoot airlines?
  • 15 Jul, 2024
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How many kg of baggage are allowed in Scoot airlines?

People are always afraid of getting imposed charges for exceeding the set baggage limits on Scoot Airlines. You have to be clear with the fact that the airline is quite strict with its baggage policy. Thus, if you are here to know what are the baggage rules, how many KGs are allowed to carry onboard as a handbag,  how to add additional luggage and various other things, you need to delve into the tabs and examine everything and post that you will be cleared about the same; please have a look:

Is Scoot strict with baggage?

Generally, many rules are made from the perspective of fliers on Scoot Airlines. However, it imposes charges or taxes for exceeding the number of luggage. However, as long as you are carrying the weight permitted by the airline, you will not be imposed any charges. 

Can we have 2 handbags in flight?

People flying with Scoot Airlines often look for resolutions to the query of whether they are permitted to carry 2 handbags in flight. So,  to know the relevant answer, you are advised to delve into the tabs to find the same; please have a look:

  • All travelers are permitted to carry one piece of luggage onboard. 
  • The weight must not exceed 7 KG while the dimensions must be restricted to 54 cm. 
  • You are also authorized to carry a handbag, purse, etc.; it must be within the restricted size; if it exceeds the size, additional charges can be imposed. 

How to add baggage in Scoot?

It is no less than the scariest nightmare for fliers when they are imposed additional charges by Scoot Airline for exceeding the baggage limits. To avoid any such case, the same fliers ask about adding baggage to their existing bookings. There are different methods you can adopt to add luggage to your bookings, and those are described below; please have a look:

Add luggage via the website.

The first method to add luggage to your existing booking is through the official website of Scoot Airlines. This process will take around 5-10 minutes to complete the procedure. So, follow the steps as written below;

  • Visit the official website of Scoot Airlines to begin the mode. 
  • You must tap "Manage My Booking," enter all your ticket details, such as PNR Number, name, etc., and find your itinerary. 
  • Go to the "Edit My Flight" information and hit the tab "Add luggage."
  • You can select the number of pieces of luggage, and the airline will charge you based on the kgs. 
  • Once you complete the process, you will receive a confirmation email. 

Approach the Airport and Request. 

The online method for adding luggage to your bookings can be tricky or confusing. If this occurs, you can head to the airport with all your ticket details and ask the official to add luggage to your bookings. Always remember to approach the official within their working hours so the team can initiate the process. 

How much does 1 kg of excess baggage cost?

Scoot Airlines is quite strict when it comes to baggage rules; considering this same fact, people often ask how much the charges for 1 kg of excess baggage, so to find out the same, you are advised to take note of the given points; please look:

  • Generally the baggage fare for 1 KG excess luggage begins from USD 20/KG. 
  • However, these charges may vary depending on different factors, such as flight route, class, etc. 
  • For accurate cost, you are advised to delve into the tabs and find out the same. 
  • Read more about how much baggage is allowed in a flight per person.

Understand the Baggage Rules on Scoot Airlines?

No one will ever wish to spend their hard-earned money to exceed the baggage limits. Before this situation persists, it's better to be aware of Scoot Airlines' baggage rules, and some of the pointers are written below; please have a look:

Carry on Luggage. 

  • Carry 1 personal luggage along with 1 carry-on luggage onboard without any charges. 
  • The weight of your luggage must not exceed 7 KG.
  • Dimensions must be 54cm. 
  • However, these rules can vary for ScootPlus Fares fliers. 

Checked-in Luggage.

  • The maximum luggage allowance is 40 KG. 
  • However, FlyFare or Fly-Promo fares are not allowed to carry complimentary luggage onboard. 
  • FlyBag and FlyBagEat are permitted to carry an extra luggage of up to 15 KG. 
  • For any other information, get a hold of Scoot Airlines officials.