Air India vs GoAir
Side-by-side comparison of Air India and GoAir: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
India
| Air India | GoAir | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Founded | 1932 | 2005 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Low-cost carrier |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | - |
| Main hubs | Indira Gandhi International Airport | Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 7 | 1 |
| Cabin bag weight | 7 kg (15 lb) | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in) | 55 × 35 × 25 cm (22 × 14 × 10 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 1 piece · 15 kg (33 lb) | 1 piece · 15 kg (33 lb) |
| Online check-in opens | 2 days | 2 days |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h | 12 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +91 116 932 9333 | +91 22 6273 2111 |
Key differences
- Air India lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h vs 12 h).
- GoAir 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.