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Updated December 2024
Key Takeaways
IndiGo’s baggage policy varies by route, with different allowances for domestic and international flights.
Free baggage includes 7 kg of hand baggage and 15 kg of checked baggage for domestic flights.
For international flights, checked baggage allowance ranges from 15 kg to 46 kg, with hand baggage ranging from 7 to 8 kg.
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What is the baggage allowance for your IndiGo flight?
IndiGo’s baggage policy can vary depending on where you’re flying and whether it’s a direct or connecting flight. But before you worry about how much you can bring, it’s important to know what’s allowed on board. So, make sure to check the list of prohibited items before you start packing.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the baggage categories and how much you’re allowed to carry:
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Free baggage allowance
Your free baggage allowance covers both hand baggage and check-in baggage. This means any luggage within this limit is included in your ticket price, and you won’t be charged extra.
Make sure your bags fit within the size limits:
- Hand baggage – 55cm x 35cm x 25cm
- Check-in baggage – 158cm (combined length + width + height)
Please note that the weight depends on your destination. Domestic and international flights have different rules, and even international destinations can have their own baggage limits.
Domestic flights
Hand Baggage: Each passenger is allowed a maximum of 7 kg. You are also allowed one personal item, including a purse or laptop bag, which should not weigh more than 3 kg.
Check-in Baggage: The maximum allowance is 15 kg per person. An extra 10 kg is permitted for Double or MultiSeat bookings.
International flights
| Destination | Hand Baggage | Check-in Baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi, Almaty, Bahrain, Baku, Dammam, Dhaka, Doha, Dubai, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Muscat, Ras Al Khaimah, Riyadh, Sharjah, Tashkent, Colombo, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Tbilisi, Jakarta | Each passenger is allowed a maximum of 7 kg of hand baggage. Additionally, one personal item, such as a purse or laptop bag, may be carried, provided it does not exceed 3 kg. | 30 kg per person |
| Jeddah | 30 kg per person, including zam zam water (for flights from Jeddah to India) | |
| Bangkok, Kathmandu, Male, Phuket, Bali | 20 kg per person | |
| Nairobi | 25 kg per person | |
| Jaffna | 15 kg per person | |
| Kuwait | 30 kg per person, including any cardboard boxes, which should be properly packed within the allowed dimensions. The total dimensions of checked baggage must not exceed 158 cm (62 inches) (L+W+H). For ATRs, the maximum dimensions are 152 cm (L) x 58 cm (W) x 101 cm (H). | |
| For AU codeshare sectors | Only one bag weighing not more than 7 kg | From Australia: 46 kg per person (2 pieces only, with a maximum of 23 kg per piece) From India: 30 kg per person (2 pieces only, with a maximum of 23 kg per piece) |
| For EU codeshare sectors | Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kg | 30 kg per person (2 pieces only, with a maximum of 23 kg per piece) |
| For US codeshare sectors | Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kg | 46 kg per person (2 pieces only, with a maximum of 23 kg per piece) |
Infants
For infants, you’re allowed to bring one stroller or baby pram free of charge, along with one piece of hand baggage weighing up to 7 kg with dimensions not exceeding 115 cm (L+W+H) for both domestic and international flights.
International connecting flights
Your baggage allowance for international connecting flights depends on whether you’re flying solely with IndiGo or connecting with multiple airlines.
- If your entire journey is with IndiGo: The free baggage allowance will follow the policy for your transit country, as outlined earlier.
- If you’re connecting with multiple airlines: There’s a fixed baggage limit of 15 kg per passenger. Any baggage exceeding this will incur additional charges of at least INR 600 per kg at the airport.
Students
Students aged 12 and above are eligible for an additional 10 kg baggage allowance and a 6% discount on the base fare. A valid school or university ID is required at check-in to access this benefit.
To book tickets under this offer, reservations must be made on the official IndiGo website at least 7 days before your departure date.
Defence personnel
Active or retired defence personnel do not get extra baggage allowances, but they do receive a 50% discount on the base fare.
Please note that terms and conditions apply, so make sure to check the details on the official IndiGo website.
What if you need to carry excess baggage?
If you’re carrying more than the allowed baggage limit, IndiGo offers convenient options to prepay for extra baggage. By doing this, you can avoid last-minute surprises at the airport and save on potentially hefty fees.
Passengers can easily book this service via the IndiGo website or call centre. Please refer to the price charts below for details on extra baggage.
Please note that these prices are relevant as of December 2024 and are subject to change. Check the official IndiGo website for the most up-to-date information.
Domestic flights
If your baggage exceeds the free allowance limit, you’ll be charged INR 600 per kg at check-in. However, you can opt for prepaid extra baggage, which is a more economical option. Here are the prepaid rates for the extra weight you’ll need to carry.
- 3 kg – INR 1,650
- 5 kg – INR 2,750
- 10 kg – INR 5,495
- 15 kg – INR 8,059
- 20 kg – INR 9,990
- 30 kg – INR 14,985
International flights
Excess baggage fees for international flights differ based on departure and arrival locations. Here’s the pricing list of some locations:
You can find out the complete list of pricing details on the official IndiGO website.
India to Bangkok/Phuket
- 5 kg – INR 5,500
- 10 kg – INR 11,000
- 15 kg – INR 16,500
- 20 kg – INR 22,000
- 30 kg – INR 33,000
- Airport pricing per kg – INR 1,200
India to Dubai/ Sharjah / Abu Dhabi / Ras Al Khaimah
- 5 kg – INR 5,500
- 10 kg – INR 11,000
- 15 kg – INR 16,500
- 20 kg – INR 22,000
- 30 kg – INR 33,000
- Airport pricing per kg – INR 1,200
India to Dhaka
- 5 kg – INR 2,760
- 10 kg – INR 5,520
- 15 kg – INR 8,280
- 20 kg – INR 11,040
- 30 kg – INR 16,560
- Airport pricing per kg – INR 600
India to Muscat
- 5 kg – INR 5,000
- 10 kg – INR 10,000
- 15 kg – INR 15,000
- 20 kg – INR 20,000
- 30 kg – INR 30,000
- Airport pricing per kg – INR 1,100
India to Male
- 5 kg – INR 4,500
- 10 kg – INR 9,000
- 15 kg – INR 13,500
- 20 kg – INR 18,000
- 30 kg – INR 27,000
- Airport pricing per kg – INR 1,000
India to Doha
- 5 kg – INR 5,500
- 10 kg – INR 11,000
- 15 kg – INR 16,500
- 20 kg – INR 22,000
- 30 kg – INR 33,000
- Airport pricing per kg – INR 1,200
Please note that the service can be easily booked through the IndiGo website or call center.
International connecting flights
Here are the prepaid rates for excess baggage on international connecting flights with IndiGo:
- 8 kg – INR 1,600
- 15 kg – INR 3,000
- 30 kg – INR 6,000
