Air Deccan vs Air India
Side-by-side comparison of Air Deccan and Air India: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
India
| Air Deccan | Air India | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Founded | 2017 | 1932 |
| Type | Low-cost carrier | Full-service airline |
| Alliance | - | Star Alliance |
| Main hubs | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport | Indira Gandhi International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 1 | 7 |
| Cabin bag weight | 4 kg (9 lb) | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 38 × 30 × 30 cm (15 × 12 × 12 in) | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 1 piece · 10 kg (22 lb) | 1 piece · 15 kg (33 lb) |
| Online check-in opens | - | 2 days |
| Online check-in closes | - | 1 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +91-9900-013-212 | +91 116 932 9333 |
Key differences
- Air India allows a heavier cabin bag: 7 kg (15 lb) vs 4 kg (9 lb) at Air Deccan.
- Air India includes more checked baggage in the basic Economy fare: 1 piece · 15 kg (33 lb) vs 1 piece · 10 kg (22 lb) at Air Deccan.
- Air Deccan is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Air India bundles more into the ticket.
- Air India is a Star Alliance member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
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Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.