Air travel has become increasingly famous and a preferred choice among Indian travellers these days. It’s not only time saving but also convenient and comfortable. However, it is important for travellers to understand your airline’s baggage rules and allowance as it can save you from unnecessary extra charges and last-minute repacking or getting rid of stuff like situations at the airports. While most Indian carriers follow standard cabin baggage limits, checked baggage allowances can differ from airline to airline, depending upon fare and route.As of June 2026, India’s aviation continues to follow security guidelines issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), while individual airlines publish their own baggage policies. Here are baggage rules by different Indian airlines:General cabin baggage rules in India
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For most economy passengers flying within India, airlines allow One cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg, subject to given size restrictions. Several airlines allow a small personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag or purse. Travel light and know restrictions on prohibited items, lithium batteries and power banks.Air IndiaAmong all, Air India has more flexible baggage rules. For Domestic Economy Class: The standard checked baggage allowance is 15 kg. Business Class passengers are allowed a higher entitlement depending on the fare. Cabin baggage for Economy is generally limited to 7 kg while premium cabins get a larger allowance.For International Passengers: Air India permits checked baggage up to a maximum single-piece weight of 32 kg. The airline also offers an online baggage calculator allowing passengers to check allowances specific to their itinerary.IndiGoIndigo is India’s largest airline which follows a straightforward policy.For Domestic Economy Class: The standard allowance includes 15 kg of checked baggage and one cabin bag up to 7 kg. IndiGo also allows passengers to pre-book excess baggage online. It is more economical than paying airport excess charges. Sports equipment and oversized items are accepted subject to additional fees.SpiceJetFor Domestic Economy Class: Passengers typically receive 15 kg of checked baggage along with one cabin bag up to 7 kg. It all depends on fare or promotional offers, additional baggage may be available for purchase during booking.The airline recommends prepaying for excess baggage before reaching the airport. On-the-spot charges are always higher. In case of special baggage such as sports equipment or musical instruments, handling charges may apply.Akasa AirFor Domestic Economy Class: Domestic travellers are allowed 15 kg of checked baggage and one cabin bag up to 7 kg. The airline also allows eligible personal items in accordance with applicable security guidelines.Passengers can purchase extra baggage allowance in advance through Akasa’s booking channels, often at discounted rates compared with airport pricing. Because Akasa operates a modern fleet with standardized cabins, baggage size compliance is routinely checked during boarding.Alliance AirAlliance Air connects several regional destinations across India. Most passengers are allowed 15 kg of checked baggage and one cabin bag up to 7 kg, although specific entitlements can vary depending on fare conditions or government travel schemes.Since Alliance Air serves smaller airports and regional routes, travelers should pay close attention to baggage dimensions and weight restrictions to avoid delays during check-in.Sources: DGCA India, BCAS guidance, and the official baggage policy pages of Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air and Alliance Air, verified against publicly available information as of June 2026.
