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Air India Express Baggage Allowance — Checked & Cabin Bag Policy

Know your baggage limits before you fly — avoid surprise fees at the airport

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💡 Pro tip: Pre-purchase extra baggage online Pre-purchasing extra baggage when booking on HappyFares or through Air India Express's "Manage Booking" portal is typically 20–25% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter. If you are close to your limit, add extra allowance at least 24 hours before departure.

Air India Express Baggage Allowance Summary

✓ Last verified: April 2026 — always confirm with your airline before travel as policies can change.

Baggage type Allowance Details
Domestic checked baggage 15 kg (1 piece) Air India Express domestic routes include 15 kg on most fares. Saver fares may be cabin-only — check your fare type.
International checked baggage 25 kg (Gulf routes), 20 kg (Southeast Asia) Gulf routes (UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait) include 25 kg checked baggage. Southeast Asia routes include 20 kg. Higher fare classes may include 30 kg on Gulf routes.
Cabin bag (hand luggage) 7 kg (1 piece) Dimensions: Maximum 55 × 35 × 25 cm. One personal item additionally permitted.
Excess baggage rate Chargeable ₹500–800 per kg at airport. Pre-purchase online at lower rates.
Infant baggage (under 2 years) 10 kg 10 kg for lap infants under 2 years. Collapsible stroller permitted free.
Sports / special equipment Chargeable Special baggage (sports equipment, musical instruments) permitted with advance notice. Charges apply.
⚠️ Saver fares on Air India Express may include only cabin baggage. Flex fares include full checked baggage allowance. Verify in booking confirmation. Baggage allowances are subject to change. Always check your booking confirmation for the exact allowance applicable to your fare and route.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Air India Express's checked baggage allowance for domestic flights?

15 kg (1 piece). Air India Express domestic routes include 15 kg on most fares. Saver fares may be cabin-only — check your fare type.

What is Air India Express's checked baggage allowance for international flights?

25 kg (Gulf routes), 20 kg (Southeast Asia). Gulf routes (UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait) include 25 kg checked baggage. Southeast Asia routes include 20 kg. Higher fare classes may include 30 kg on Gulf routes.

What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Air India Express?

7 kg (1 piece). Dimensions: Maximum 55 × 35 × 25 cm. One personal item additionally permitted.

What are Air India Express's excess baggage charges?

₹500–800 per kg at airport. Pre-purchase online at lower rates. To avoid excess charges, pre-purchase additional baggage online through "Manage Booking" — it is always cheaper than paying at the airport counter.

What is Air India Express's baggage allowance for infants?

10 kg for lap infants under 2 years. Collapsible stroller permitted free.

How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Air India Express?

The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Air India Express is to pre-purchase additional baggage allowance when booking on HappyFares or through the airline's "Manage Booking" portal before your flight — this is typically 20–25% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter. Also, weigh your bags at home before the airport. If you are travelling with a group, distribute weight across all passengers staying within each individual limit.