Scoot Baggage Allowance Summary
Last verified: 13 June 2026 · Official policy: https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage
| Baggage type | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| International checked baggage | By fare: Fly = 0 kg (cabin only) · FlyBag 20 kg · FlyBagEat 20 kg · ScootPlus 30 kg | Scoot is a low-cost carrier — the cheapest Fly fare includes NO checked baggage (cabin only). FlyBag and FlyBagEat add 20 kg (FlyBagEat also adds a meal); ScootPlus (premium) includes 30 kg. Allowance is by weight, single bag up to 32 kg. Pre-purchase extra checked baggage in 5 kg increments up to 40 kg — it is cheaper online than at the airport. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | Economy 2 pieces, 10 kg combined • ScootPlus 2 pieces, 15 kg combined | Dimensions: Cabin bag max 54 × 38 × 23 cm plus a small personal item max 40 × 30 × 10 cm; the weight limit (10 kg Economy / 15 kg ScootPlus) is the combined total of both. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | Pre-purchased checked baggage is sold in 5 kg blocks (20/25/30/35/40 kg) at route- and date-dynamic prices shown in the booking flow — always cheaper than the airport. Confirm your exact rate at booking. |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | See details | Infants (under 2, no seat) get no free checked or cabin baggage allowance of their own; one collapsible stroller travels free. |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | Sports and oversized equipment is carried as part of, or in addition to, the purchased checked allowance (single item up to 32 kg). Pre-declare via Manage Booking. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scoot's checked baggage allowance for international flights?
By fare: Fly = 0 kg (cabin only) · FlyBag 20 kg · FlyBagEat 20 kg · ScootPlus 30 kg. Scoot is a low-cost carrier — the cheapest Fly fare includes NO checked baggage (cabin only). FlyBag and FlyBagEat add 20 kg (FlyBagEat also adds a meal); ScootPlus (premium) includes 30 kg. Allowance is by weight, single bag up to 32 kg. Pre-purchase extra checked baggage in 5 kg increments up to 40 kg — it is cheaper online than at the airport. Always confirm at https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage before flying.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Scoot?
Economy 2 pieces, 10 kg combined • ScootPlus 2 pieces, 15 kg combined. Dimensions: Cabin bag max 54 × 38 × 23 cm plus a small personal item max 40 × 30 × 10 cm; the weight limit (10 kg Economy / 15 kg ScootPlus) is the combined total of both. Always verify your specific allowance on https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage before flying — airlines can change these limits without prior notice.
What are Scoot's excess baggage charges?
Pre-purchased checked baggage is sold in 5 kg blocks (20/25/30/35/40 kg) at route- and date-dynamic prices shown in the booking flow — always cheaper than the airport. Confirm your exact rate at booking. Excess baggage rates change frequently — confirm the current rate on https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage. To avoid excess charges, pre-purchase additional baggage online through "Manage Booking" — it is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter.
What is Scoot's baggage allowance for infants?
Infants (under 2, no seat) get no free checked or cabin baggage allowance of their own; one collapsible stroller travels free. Confirm current infant baggage policy at https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage.
What about sports equipment and special items?
Sports and oversized equipment is carried as part of, or in addition to, the purchased checked allowance (single item up to 32 kg). Pre-declare via Manage Booking.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Scoot?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Scoot is to pre-purchase additional baggage allowance when booking on HappyFares or through the airline's "Manage Booking" portal before your flight — this is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter. Also, weigh your bags at home before the airport. If you are travelling with a group, distribute weight across all passengers while staying within each individual limit. Codeshare flights may use the operating carrier's policy, not the marketing carrier's — confirm with both airlines.
What is the Scoot cabin (hand) baggage size limit in cm?
Cabin bag max 54 × 38 × 23 cm plus a small personal item max 40 × 30 × 10 cm; the weight limit (10 kg Economy / 15 kg ScootPlus) is the combined total of both. The cabin baggage weight limit is Economy 2 pieces, 10 kg combined • ScootPlus 2 pieces, 15 kg combined. Size limits are checked at the gate — an oversized bag is moved to the hold and can attract a fee, so measure your trolley bag (wheels and handles included) before you fly. Confirm at https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage.
How do I add extra baggage on Scoot after booking, and how much does it cost?
You can add prepaid extra baggage any time after booking through Scoot's "Manage Booking" on https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage, or from HappyFares My Trips — buying it online is about 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. Pre-purchased checked baggage is sold in 5 kg blocks (20/25/30/35/40 kg) at route- and date-dynamic prices shown in the booking flow — always cheaper than the airport. Confirm your exact rate at booking. Add it before the online cut-off (usually a few hours before departure); after that you pay the higher per-kg rate at check-in.
What is the maximum weight for a single checked bag on Scoot?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg on Scoot — a fixed baggage-handler safety limit that applies on virtually every airline. If your free allowance is higher, split it across two or more pieces, each 32 kg or under. A bag over your free limit but under 32 kg is accepted on payment of excess; a single piece over 32 kg is refused at check-in and must travel as cargo. Confirm piece rules at https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage.
Can I carry a power bank in Scoot cabin baggage?
Yes — power banks are allowed ONLY in cabin baggage (never checked-in). Per DGCA's 11-November-2025 advisory, you may carry up to 2 power banks per passenger. Each must be ≤100 Wh for unrestricted carriage; 100-160 Wh requires airline approval; >160 Wh is banned. Store them in your seat pocket or under-seat personal item — NOT in overhead bins. In-flight use is banned, including charging from aircraft USB ports. A 20,000 mAh / 3.7V power bank equals 74 Wh, so it's permitted.
How many liquids can I carry in Scoot hand baggage?
Per BCAS rules, each liquid container must be 100ml or less, all containers combined fit in one transparent 1-litre resealable bag, and one bag per passenger. This applies to water, perfume, shampoo, gel, toothpaste, and cosmetics. Exceptions: baby food/milk in reasonable quantities; prescription medicine with prescription; duty-free liquids in a Sealed Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB) with receipt. Water bottles bought after security are allowed onboard.
Are keys allowed in hand luggage on Scoot?
Yes — house and car keys are allowed in both cabin (hand) baggage and checked baggage on Scoot and all Indian flights; they are not a restricted item. The only exception is a keychain multi-tool or keyring with a blade or sharp point longer than 6 cm, which must go in checked baggage, not the cabin.
What items are not allowed in Scoot hand (cabin) baggage?
Prohibited in cabin baggage on Indian flights (per BCAS): sharp objects with a blade or point over 6 cm (knives, scissors, box cutters), tools such as screwdrivers, hammers and wrenches, sporting bats and cue sticks, firearms and ammunition, flammable liquids and aerosols, and most lighters and matchboxes. Power banks are cabin-only (never checked-in); liquids must follow the 100 ml rule. When in doubt, pack the item in checked baggage — confirm the current list at https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/booking-your-flight/baggage.