IndiGo 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) | IndiGo domestic fares (6E Saver and above) include 15 kg of checked baggage. The budget fare (Super6E) may include only cabin baggage — check your fare type at booking. Additional checked baggage can be pre-purchased at a lower rate online vs at the airport counter. |
| International checked baggage | 20–30 kg depending on route and fare | Gulf/Middle East routes: 20–30 kg. Southeast Asia: 20–25 kg. Fare type affects the allowance — 6E Flex Plus and above typically include 30 kg on Gulf routes. Check the exact allowance in your booking confirmation. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | 7 kg (1 piece) | Dimensions: Maximum 55 × 35 × 25 cm (including handles and wheels). One personal item (handbag/laptop bag) also permitted. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | ₹500–750 per kg above allowance (domestic, at airport). Pre-purchase online is 30–40% cheaper. |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | 10 kg | 10 kg checked + 7 kg cabin for lap infants (under 2 years). Foldable stroller allowed free of charge. |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | Sports equipment (bicycle, surfboard, golf bag) can be checked as special baggage. Pre-inform IndiGo at least 24 hours before departure. Charges apply — contact IndiGo customer care for current rates. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IndiGo's checked baggage allowance for domestic flights?
15 kg (1 piece). IndiGo domestic fares (6E Saver and above) include 15 kg of checked baggage. The budget fare (Super6E) may include only cabin baggage — check your fare type at booking. Additional checked baggage can be pre-purchased at a lower rate online vs at the airport counter.
What is IndiGo's checked baggage allowance for international flights?
20–30 kg depending on route and fare. Gulf/Middle East routes: 20–30 kg. Southeast Asia: 20–25 kg. Fare type affects the allowance — 6E Flex Plus and above typically include 30 kg on Gulf routes. Check the exact allowance in your booking confirmation.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for IndiGo?
7 kg (1 piece). Dimensions: Maximum 55 × 35 × 25 cm (including handles and wheels). One personal item (handbag/laptop bag) also permitted.
What are IndiGo's excess baggage charges?
₹500–750 per kg above allowance (domestic, at airport). Pre-purchase online is 30–40% cheaper. To avoid excess charges, pre-purchase additional baggage online through "Manage Booking" — it is always cheaper than paying at the airport counter.
What is IndiGo's baggage allowance for infants?
10 kg checked + 7 kg cabin for lap infants (under 2 years). Foldable stroller allowed free of charge.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on IndiGo?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on IndiGo 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.