Vistara Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Vistara allows 1 carry-on (7 kg) and 1 personal item for free. Checked baggage is included for all fares, starting at 15 kg for domestic Economy.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Vistara (UK) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 55x40x20 cm, 7 kg max in Economy, 10 kg in Premium Economy, 12 kg in Business |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item allowed (max 3 kg, 40x30x20 cm). Includes ladies handbag, laptop bag, or small camera bag. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy Lite: 1 bag (15 kg). Economy Standard: 15 kg. Economy Flexi: 20 kg. Premium Economy: 20-30 kg. Business: 30-40 kg. |
| First Bag Fee | Free up to 15 kg for domestic economy. Excess weight is INR 500 per kg. |
| Second Bag Fee | INR 8050 per extra piece for domestic flights. |
| Overweight Fee | INR 500 per kg for domestic flights. USD 12 per kg for international flights. |
| Oversized Fee | INR 8050 per extra piece for domestic flights. Oversized items may incur additional handling fees. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | Yes |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Sports equipment accepted as part of Free Baggage Allowance. Dedicated handling fee applies if checked: INR 2375 domestic, USD 45 international.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments allowed as cabin baggage if within standard dimensions. Large instruments must be checked or require booking an extra seat (max 75 kg).
International Rules
For international flights (e.g., Dubai, Singapore), Economy gets 30 kg, Premium Economy 35 kg, Business 40 kg. Excess baggage is USD 12 per kg.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Book Standard or Flexi fares for higher weight limits. 2. Join Club Vistara for extra baggage allowance. 3. Pre-purchase excess baggage online for discounts. 4. Distribute weight among multiple bags to avoid the 32 kg single-bag limit.
Unique Nuances
Vistara offers an enhanced baggage allowance for students. Club Vistara Gold and Platinum members get an extra 20 kg or 1 extra piece. Free baggage allowance applies even on Economy Lite fares (15 kg).
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Vistara charge for checked bags?
- Vistara charges Free up to 15 kg for domestic economy. Excess weight is INR 500 per kg. for the first checked bag and INR 8050 per extra piece for domestic flights. for the second bag.
- What is Vistara's carry-on bag size limit?
- Vistara carry-on allowance: 55x40x20 cm, 7 kg max in Economy, 10 kg in Premium Economy, 12 kg in Business. 1 personal item allowed (max 3 kg, 40x30x20 cm). Includes ladies handbag, laptop bag, or small camera bag.
- Does Vistara include free checked bags in economy?
- Yes, Vistara includes at least one free checked bag in economy class. Economy Lite: 1 bag (15 kg). Economy Standard: 15 kg. Economy Flexi: 20 kg. Premium Economy: 20-30 kg. Business: 30-40 kg.
- What is Vistara's overweight baggage fee?
- INR 500 per kg for domestic flights. USD 12 per kg for international flights.
- Can I bring sports equipment on Vistara?
- Sports equipment accepted as part of Free Baggage Allowance. Dedicated handling fee applies if checked: INR 2375 domestic, USD 45 international.
- What are Vistara baggage fees?
- Vistara baggage fees are Free up to 15 kg for domestic economy. Excess weight is INR 500 per kg. for the first checked bag and INR 8050 per extra piece for domestic flights. for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of INR 500 per kg for domestic flights. USD 12 per kg for international flights.. For international flights (e.g., Dubai, Singapore), Economy gets 30 kg, Premium Economy 35 kg, Business 40 kg. Excess baggage is USD 12 per kg.