How much is excess baggage fee on Indian airlines?

Domestic excess baggage at the airport ranges ₹500-800/kg depending on airline. Pre-purchase rates online are typically ₹350-500/kg — 25-40% cheaper. International rates are higher: ₹1,500/kg on rest-of-intl, ₹600-1,000/kg on Gulf routes.

Can I avoid baggage fees by paying online?

Yes. Buying excess baggage on the airline app/web before check-in opens (typically 4-6 hours pre-departure) saves 25-40% versus paying at the airport counter. This applies to all 5 major Indian airlines.

Baggage Fee Calculator

Estimate excess baggage cost on IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India Express. Domestic + Gulf + intl routes. Pre-purchase vs airport rates. Updated May 2026.

Quick Answer Excess baggage on Indian airlines typically costs ₹500-800/kg at the airport on domestic, ₹350-500/kg if pre-purchased online 4+ hours before departure. International rates are 2-3× higher. Use the calculator below to compute your specific airline + route + weight.

Calculate your excess baggage fee

Airline

Route Type

Total checked baggage (kg)

Fare Tier

Free baggage allowance by airline (domestic Economy)

Airline	Saver / Lite	Flex / Plus	Premium
IndiGo	15 kg	15 kg	20 kg (UpFront)
Air India	15 kg	25 kg	35 kg (Premium Eco)
SpiceJet	15 kg	15-20 kg	30 kg (SpiceMax)
Akasa Air	15 kg	15 kg	—
Air India Express	15 kg	20 kg (Value)	25-30 kg (Comfort/Biz)

FAQ

How much is excess baggage on Indian airlines?

Domestic airport rates: ₹500-800/kg. Pre-purchase rates: ₹350-500/kg — 25-40% cheaper. International rates double to ₹1,500/kg on rest-of-world; Gulf routes ₹600-1,000/kg.

Which Indian airline has cheapest excess baggage?

Akasa Air leads on domestic excess rates (~₹500/kg airport / ₹350/kg pre-purchase). Air India Express has the highest free allowance on Gulf (25-30 kg standard).

Can I save money by paying online?

Yes — pre-purchase 4+ hours before departure on the airline app saves 25-40%. Cutoff time varies by airline (IndiGo: web check-in opens 48h; AI: 24h cutoff for online pre-pay).