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Air India Baggage Policy (2026)

Last updated: May 2026 · Source: Air India official website

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Quick Answer

Air India allows 1 carry-on (7-10 kg) and 1 personal item for free. Checked baggage is included on all fares, varying by route between weight concept (15-40 kg) and piece concept (1-2 bags).

Carry-On Baggage

Carry-On Size55x40x20 cm, 7 kg max (Economy) or 10 kg max (First/Business)
Personal Item1 personal item: 40x30x20 cm, max 3 kg. Includes handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack.

Checked Baggage Fees

ItemFee / Details
Included BagsEconomy: 15-25 kg (domestic) or 1-2 bags up to 23 kg (international). Business: 30-40 kg (domestic) or 2 bags up to 32 kg (international). First: 40 kg (domestic) or 2 bags up to 32 kg (international).
1st Checked BagINR 700 per kg domestic, $17-$37 per kg international (weight concept) or $200-$250 per piece (piece concept)
2nd Checked Bag$200-$250 per piece on piece concept routes if exceeding allowance.
Overweight Fee$90-$190 for heavy bags (23-32 kg) on piece concept routes. INR 700/kg domestic or $17-$55/kg international on weight concept routes.
Oversized FeeOversize handling fee applies for bags over 158 cm. For LED/LCD TVs between 99-139 cm, oversize charges apply.
Max Weight32 kg per bag
Max Dimensions158 cm linear (L+W+H) per piece, or 272 cm combined for two pieces in Economy

✓ Free checked bag included in economy class

International Baggage Rules

Weight concept applies to most of Asia/Middle East (20-30 kg in Economy). Piece concept applies to US/Canada/Europe/Japan (1-2 bags up to 23 kg in Economy).

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Included in standard allowance. If exceeding allowance, special handling fee applies: INR 2375 domestic, $45 international, CAD 63.5 for Canada routes.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments allowed as carry-on. Large instruments can be checked (standard fees apply) or carried in cabin by booking an extra seat (max 75 kg).

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

  1. 1Prepay for excess baggage online to save up to 20%.
  2. 2Join Maharaja Club for extra allowance (up to 20 kg or 1 extra piece for Gold/Platinum).
  3. 3Pack heavy items in your personal item (up to 3 kg).
  4. 4Ensure bags don't exceed 158 cm to avoid oversize fees.

Did You Know?

Air India uses a mix of weight concept (total kg) and piece concept (number of bags) depending on the route. Maharaja Club Silver members get 5 kg extra allowance on Air India flights only. Students and armed forces personnel often get special baggage allowances on domestic flights.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Air India charge for checked bags?▼
Air India charges INR 700 per kg domestic, $17-$37 per kg international (weight concept) or $200-$250 per piece (piece concept) for the first checked bag and $200-$250 per piece on piece concept routes if exceeding allowance. for the second bag.
What is Air India's carry-on bag size limit?▼
Air India carry-on allowance: 55x40x20 cm, 7 kg max (Economy) or 10 kg max (First/Business). 1 personal item: 40x30x20 cm, max 3 kg. Includes handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack.
Does Air India include free checked bags in economy?▼
Yes, Air India includes at least one free checked bag in economy class. Economy: 15-25 kg (domestic) or 1-2 bags up to 23 kg (international). Business: 30-40 kg (domestic) or 2 bags up to 32 kg (international). First: 40 kg (domestic) or 2 bags up to 32 kg (international).
What is Air India's overweight baggage fee?▼
$90-$190 for heavy bags (23-32 kg) on piece concept routes. INR 700/kg domestic or $17-$55/kg international on weight concept routes.
Can I bring sports equipment on Air India?▼
Included in standard allowance. If exceeding allowance, special handling fee applies: INR 2375 domestic, $45 international, CAD 63.5 for Canada routes.

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