Air India baggage allowance
IndiaAir India cabin bag: 1 piece, 7 kg (15 lb), 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in). Checked bag in Economy: 1 piece, 15 kg (33 lb).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 7 kg (15 lb) | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in) |
| Personal item | included | small bag under the seat |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 15 kg (33 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | included in the fare | |
| Checked baggage - First | included in the fare | |
| Overweight fee | from 500 INR (≈ 5.3 USD) | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Air India's baggage policy varies by cabin class, fare type, and route length. Cabin baggage is standardized across most fares; checked baggage allowances depend on your ticket type and destination. Excess baggage incurs fees calculated by weight or piece count.
| Item | Limit | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag (Economy/Premium Economy) | 7 kg, max 55×40×20 cm (combined 115 cm) | Yes, 1 piece |
| Cabin bag (Business/First Class) | 10 kg, max 55×40×20 cm (combined 115 cm) | Yes, 1 piece |
| Checked baggage (Domestic/Short-haul) | Minimum 1 piece × 15 kg; max 32 kg per piece | Varies by fare |
| Checked baggage (Long-haul: USA, Canada, Europe) | 1 piece × 23 kg (Value); 2 pieces × 23 kg (Classic/Flex); max 32 kg per piece | Varies by fare |
| Excess baggage (Domestic) | INR 600/kg at time of booking; ≈INR 500/kg at airport | No, charged separately |
| Excess baggage (International) | USD 10–35/kg depending on destination; ≈INR 1,200/kg at airport | No, charged separately |