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Airline Baggage Allowance Guide

Check checked baggage limits, cabin bag rules, and excess baggage charges for every major airline before you pack.

🧳 8 airlines covered ✈ Domestic & international 💰 Excess baggage rates
💡 Save money: Pre-purchasing extra baggage online through the airline's "Manage Booking" or when booking on HappyFares is typically 20–25% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter. Do it before you arrive at the airport.

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IndiGo
Domestic: 15 kg (1 piece) Cabin: 7 kg (1 piece)
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Air India
Domestic: 15 kg (Economy), 30 kg (Business) Cabin: 8 kg (1 piece)
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SpiceJet
Domestic: 15 kg (1 piece) Cabin: 7 kg (1 piece)
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Air India Express
Domestic: 15 kg (1 piece) Cabin: 7 kg (1 piece)
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Akasa Air
Domestic: 15 kg (Value+ and above); 0 kg (Value fare) Cabin: 7 kg (1 piece)
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Emirates
Domestic: N/A — Emirates is international only Cabin: 7 kg (Economy), 12 kg (Business/First)
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Qatar Airways
Domestic: N/A — Qatar Airways is international only Cabin: 7 kg (Economy), 15 kg (Business/First)
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Etihad Airways
Domestic: N/A — Etihad Airways is international only Cabin: 7 kg (Economy), 12 kg (Business/First)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard cabin bag allowance on Indian airlines?
Most Indian carriers allow 7 kg cabin baggage (1 piece, max 55×35×25 cm). IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India Express all follow this limit. Air India allows 8 kg in Economy.
How much checked baggage is included on domestic flights?
IndiGo, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet include 15 kg on most domestic fares. Air India includes 15 kg on base Economy, and 20–25 kg on higher fare buckets; Business class gets 30 kg. Always confirm at booking — budget fares sometimes include zero checked baggage.
Can I pre-purchase extra baggage online?
Yes, and you should. Pre-purchasing extra baggage when booking on HappyFares or via the airline's "Manage Booking" portal is typically 20–25% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter.
What are the baggage rules for international flights from India?
Gulf routes (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha): typically 20–30 kg checked. Southeast Asia: 20–25 kg. Europe/US on Air India: 23 kg (Economy) or 2×32 kg (Business). Always check your specific fare at booking.

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