On October 17, 2026, I flew with Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, from Tokyo Narita (NRT) to Singapore Changi (SIN). Taking a budget airline for a medium-haul flight of around 7 hours can feel a bit intimidating, especially in Economy Class.
To give you the quick verdict: Aside from not having a seatback screen, the cabin comfort was surprisingly close to a Full-Service Carrier (FSC)! However, seat comfort definitely depends on your body type. Here is my honest, photo-heavy review of the flight.
Flight Details
- Airline: Scoot (codeshare with Singapore Airlines as SQ8643)
- Flight Number: TR885
- Route: Tokyo Narita (NRT) to Singapore Changi (SIN)
- Date: October 17, 2026 (Scheduled Departure: 8:20 AM)
- Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
- Cabin: Economy Class
Boarding at Tokyo Narita Airport (Gate 32)
Low-cost carriers are notorious for using the farthest, most inconvenient gates at airports—or worse, making you take a crowded shuttle bus to the tarmac.
Thankfully, our flight TR885 departed from Gate 32 at Narita Airport. It was located in a very convenient spot not too far from the security and immigration area, which made the morning boarding process completely stress-free!
The Cabin & Seats: Almost Like a Full-Service Carrier!
Scoot operates the wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on this route, configured in a 3-3-3 layout in Economy.
When I stepped onboard, I was greeted by a fun surprise: the cabin was decked out in special Spider-Man: Brand New Day headrest covers!
Honestly, aside from the lack of personal in-flight entertainment (IFE) monitors, the seat itself didn’t feel much different from a standard Full-Service Carrier (FSC). The blue fabric seats had decent padding and adjustable headrests.
Legroom & Seat Width: Is It Spacious Enough?
Let’s talk about the most important part of a 7-hour budget flight: seat size and legroom. Scoot’s standard Economy seats have a 31-inch pitch and an 18-inch width.
For reference, I am 162 cm (about 5’4″) tall and weigh 47 kg (103 lbs). For my frame, the seat width and legroom felt just right. I could sit back comfortably with enough space between my knees and the seat pocket in front of me.
However, looking around the cabin at other passengers, it did look quite cramped for larger or taller travelers—especially men. Their shoulders seemed a bit squeezed in the 3-3-3 configuration, and their knees were much closer to the seatbacks. If you are on the taller side, you might want to consider an aisle seat or upgrading to an extra-legroom seat!
Watch Out for the Armrest Buttons!
One quirky thing to note is the control panel located right on top of the armrest. It has buttons for the overhead reading light, the flight attendant call bell, and the call cancel button. Because it sits flat where you naturally rest your arm, be careful not to accidentally summon the cabin crew with your elbow!
Seat Pocket Contents & Extensive In-Flight Menu
Even though there are no seatback screens, there was plenty to flip through in the seat pocket. Here is what was inside:
- Boeing 787 Safety Information Card: Done in Scoot’s signature bright yellow.
- Spider-Man Collaboration Flyer (“Power Up Your Journey”): Offering special movie combo meals (like the $15 Hero’s Fuel Combo that comes with a mystery flight tag) and exclusive duty-free tote bags.
- Scoot Café Menu: The in-flight food and beverage magazine.
- Scootalogue: The in-flight duty-free shopping guide powered by KrisShop.
I was really impressed by the Scoot Café menu. Even if you don’t pre-order a meal when booking your ticket, the variety of food, hot meals, snacks, and drinks available to order onboard is surprisingly extensive! From local Singaporean favorites and hot rice dishes to Oriental Kopi coffee and Loacker wafers, you definitely won’t go hungry on this flight. (Just remember that Scoot strictly prohibits bringing your own outside food and drinks onboard).
In-Flight Meals & Snacks: What I Ate Onboard
Since Scoot doesn’t allow outside food and the menu had so many great options, I tried both a meal set and a couple of extra hot pastries from the Scoot Café menu.
1. Beef Focaccia Meal Set
My main meal was the Beef Focaccia, which came as a set with a carton of Yeo’s drinking water, a Lotus Biscoff cookie, a chocolate brownie, and a refreshing wet wipe. (A quick side note: the wet wipe actually smelled really nice!)
Inside the focaccia, there was sliced beef, cheese, and tangy sauerkraut. While the flavors were good, the bottom slice of the bread had unfortunately gotten quite soggy from the moisture and condensation.
On the bright side, the chocolate brownie (made by Swissbake exclusively for Scoot) was seriously delicious! It was rich, fudgy, and easily the highlight of the meal set.
2. Extra Orders: Apple Cinnamon Puff & Chicken Sausage Puff (S$6 each)
Because the Scoot Café menu looked so tempting, I decided to order two extra hot pastries onboard for S$6 (around $4.50 USD) each. Both were also from Swissbake.
First up was the Apple Cinnamon Puff:
Because it is heated up onboard, the pastry crust wasn’t flaky or crispy—instead, it had a soft, chewy texture. However, it was packed with a very generous amount of sweet apple and raisin filling, making it super tasty and satisfying!
Next, I tried the Chicken Sausage Puff (also S$6):
This one was another winner! The chicken sausage inside was huge, savory, and very filling. If you get hungry during the flight, I honestly recommend ordering these S$6 puffs over the sandwich!
Lavatory Cleanliness
On a 7-hour low-cost flight, bathroom cleanliness can sometimes be a gamble. Thankfully, the lavatory on Scoot’s Boeing 787-9 was spotlessly clean. It was clear that the cabin crew checked and tidied it up regularly throughout the flight.
The Cabin Crew: A Bright and Wonderful Team!
What truly made this flight special was the Scoot cabin crew. Low-cost airlines sometimes get a bad reputation for no-frills, robotic service, but our crew on TR885 was the exact opposite.
When I asked if we could take a photo together, they gladly and warmly agreed! Everyone was so cheerful, energetic, and welcoming. They worked together as a fantastic team and genuinely embodied the “Scootitude” spirit. Thank you so much to the crew for making my flight to Singapore so memorable!
Final Thoughts: Is Scoot Worth It?
Flying Scoot’s Boeing 787-9 from Tokyo Narita to Singapore exceeded my expectations for a budget airline. Here is a quick summary of my experience:
- Convenient boarding at Narita Terminal 1 (Gate 32).
- FSC-like cabin comfort on the spacious 787-9 (very comfortable for my 162cm/47kg build, though taller passengers may want extra legroom).
- Extensive menu & tasty snacks: While the bottom bread of the Beef Focaccia was soggy, the included brownie, the Apple Cinnamon Puff (S$6), and the Chicken Sausage Puff (S$6) were all delicious!
- Spotless lavatories and an exceptionally friendly, cheerful cabin crew.
Just remember to download some movies or music to your phone before takeoff since there are no seatback screens, and definitely grab one of the S$6 puffs onboard!
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