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Scoot: Bangkok to Singapore -Premium Economy

Discover the Premium Economy Perks on Scoot's Bangkok to Singapore Route

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INTRO

Scoot, the budget-friendly arm of Singapore Airlines, features two cabin classes: economy and premium economy.

While economy passengers need to pay extra for meals and luggage, premium economy includes these perks.

On my recent flight from Bangkok to Singapore, I chose the premium economy fare, which included:

  • Spacious premium leather seats
  • Cabin baggage
  • Check-in baggage
  • Complimentary meal
  • Priority check-in and boarding
  • 30 MB of Wi-Fi (where available)
  • Charging outlet

INFLIGHT CABIN

The Boeing 787 cabin, unchanged since Scoot’s 2012 launch, still offers the same seating style in both economy and premium economy.

However, the premium economy cabin is starting to show some wear and tear, hinting at its years of service.

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A Boeing 787 safety card is placed in a seat pocket on an airplane, displayed against a patterned wall background.
Close-up of a worn and dirty airplane armrest, with a small plastic cup containing a few blue and white items placed nearby. The surface of the armrest shows signs of extensive use and wear.

The wide leather seats in premium economy were quite comfortable, offering ample legroom and a decent recline, making the short flight more enjoyable.

Despite the cabin’s age, the seats still provided a good level of comfort.

Interior view of an airplane cabin showing rows of passengers seated, each with yellow instruction sheets attached to the headrests in front of them. The overhead bins and lighting are also visible.
A row of empty airplane seats in economy with green headrest covers. The interior features blue upholstery and ample legroom.
Passengers are seated inside an airplane cabin, with some engaged in activities such as reading or eating. The cabin lighting is dim, and overhead compartments are closed.
Two airplane seats in a premium cabin with black leather upholstery and yellow stripes are positioned next to a window. The seating area appears clean and well-maintained.
Rows of gray airplane seats with yellow accents in a spacious aircraft cabin.

INFLIGHT MENU

Having last flown with Scoot in 2018, I’m happy to see notable improvements in their meal offerings. The airline is also moving towards using more sustainable cutlery.

Plastic utensils and a napkin placed on a black tray next to a drinking cup and a red can. A yellow voucher is partially visible under the utensils.

Here’s a peek at the hot meals available on longer flights from Europe to Singapore.

Most meal deals, priced at around AUD$22.70, include a main dish, a snack, and a drink.

Six meal options with accompanying drinks and dessert are displayed, each labeled with a price of AUD 22.70. The meals include various chicken, beef, and potato dishes with sides of rice.

The Scoot Café also features a variety of snacks, light meals, route-specific items, and hot meals for those who didn’t pre-order.

A Scoot Café menu is placed on a tray table, featuring a cartoon of a person enjoying a meal with various food items illustrated on a bright yellow cover.
An opened in-flight magazine displaying snack options on the right page along with advertisement content on the left page, showing various food and product images and text.
Open menu on an airplane tray table, displaying various light meal options, including croissant with egg, Old Chunky Chicken Pop, Pineapple Danish, Spicy Chicken Focaccia, and more.
An airline menu displayed on an open booklet, showcasing various meal options with images and descriptions, including Chicken Potato Cheddar, Spaghetti Bolognese, and Dfh Curry Basmati Rice Box.

BANGKOK TO SINGAPORE

The two-hour hop from Bangkok started with a cuplet of water offered pre-takeoff. For those who hadn’t pre-ordered meals, the crew moved through the cabin to confirm choices.

A sealed container of BLU pure drinking water sits on an airplane tray table. A person's legs and luggage are visible in the background.

Post-takeoff, drinks were delivered by hand—sans trolleys. The crew began service from the back of premium economy, taking 17 minutes to serve all meals.

Airplane meal tray with a rice and meat dish, a pink packet of snacks, a hot drink in a paper cup, a can of Coca-Cola, and a flyer for a chat session.

Meal trays included a dessert, sustainable cutlery, and a 30MB Wi-Fi coupon. While simple for a premium economy product, one must remember that you’re flying a low-cost airline and not the parent company.

My main meal, the oriental treasure rice, featured chicken, chestnut, oriental sausage, and mushrooms over rice. It was surprisingly delicious and flavorful for airline food.

The crew onboard were delightful. They worked hard during this short flight, completing tasks with smiles on their faces.

A packet of chocolate chip cookies, a cup, and several cookies placed on a napkin are displayed on a black tray.

The efficiency of the service was impeccable. Meals were served quickly, and the crew ensured that passengers were comfortable throughout the flight.

The crew members were consistently attentive and courteous, promptly responding to requests with a smile.

Their friendly demeanor significantly enhanced the flight experience.

CONCLUSION

Scoot’s Premium Economy class provides a comfortable and efficient experience for a low-cost airline. The wide leather seats, inclusive meal, and generous baggage allowance make it a worthy upgrade from standard Economy.

Despite some signs of wear and tear in the cabin, the friendly and efficient crew significantly enhance the overall journey. The meals have notably improved since my last flight, with the added bonus of sustainable cutlery.

While it may not deliver a premium airline experience, Scoot’s Premium Economy offers excellent value for budget-conscious travellers.

For the price, Scoot’s Premium Economy offers a compelling mix of comfort and service, standing out in the low-cost airline market.