Check included baggage and extra fees by airline and fare type. Know exactly what you’ll pay before you book.
Our full India airline baggage guide covers cabin-bag dimensions, check-in baggage fees and all the loopholes.
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The ranges shown are typical pricing bands. The exact price you’ll pay depends on the route, how close to departure you add the bag, and whether you add it during or after booking. Always double-check on the airline’s website before paying.
On Indian domestic carriers (IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa, Air India Express) you get one cabin bag up to 7 kg plus one small personal item such as a laptop bag, handbag or ladies’ purse. On full-service and international carriers (Air India, Emirates, Lufthansa) the small personal item is allowed in addition to your cabin bag.
Yes, on most airlines — passengers travelling together on the same booking (PNR) can pool their check-in allowance at the counter, so a heavy bag and a light bag balance out. The total must stay within the combined free allowance and no single bag may exceed the per-piece weight cap (usually 23 kg).
Domestic carriers typically charge ₹500–₹600 per kilo over the free limit at the airport. International excess baggage is charged per kilo or per extra piece and runs much higher. It’s almost always cheaper to pre-buy a larger allowance online than to pay excess at the counter.
Small instruments (violins, ukuleles) usually fit within cabin-bag dimensions and count as your one cabin bag. Larger instruments need an extra cabin seat (a “CBBG” or extra-seat booking) costing roughly the price of an adult ticket. Policy varies — always call the airline in advance.