✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
IndiGo (6E) is India’s largest airline and a low-cost carrier, so its baggage model is built around a generous free cabin allowance and a paid checked-bag system that scales by route and fare. The headline numbers for 2026: 7 kg of cabin baggage plus a free under-seat personal item, 15 kg of checked baggage included on most domestic India fares, and 20–30 kg on international sectors depending on the destination zone.
Two things change the picture in 2026. First, IndiGo’s new long-haul flying on the Airbus A321XLR (to Europe and other distant points) and wet-leased wide-bodies use higher international allowances — typically 30 kg, up to two pieces, on the cheapest international fare. Second, fares are now sold as bundles (Saver, Flexi, Super 6E, Stretch) with progressively larger allowances. Exact figures appear on your booking confirmation, so always check the allowance shown for your specific route and fare before you fly.
Quick facts
| Cabin bag | 55 × 35 × 25 cm, 7 kg — free |
| Personal item | 45 × 35 × 20 cm, up to 3 kg — free, under seat |
| Checked (domestic India) | 15 kg, 1 piece, included on most fares |
| Checked (international) | 20 kg / 25 kg / 30 kg by destination zone |
| A321XLR / long-haul | ~30 kg (up to 2 pc) on cheapest fare; 35–46 kg higher bundles |
| Single bag max weight | 32 kg per piece |
| Max bag dimensions | 158 cm total (L + W + H) |
| Excess at airport | ~INR 600/kg (cheaper if prepaid online) |
| Extra checked (domestic prepaid) | From ~INR 1,280 first bag; ~INR 1,800 second bag |
| Oversize / sports gear | ~INR 1,200–1,650 domestic; ~INR 2,500 international |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | 45 × 35 × 20 cm. One personal item up to 3 kg (laptop bag, handbag or small backpack) that fits under the seat in front. Carried in addition to the 7 kg cabin bag and free of charge on every fare. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 55 × 35 × 25 cm · 7 kg Free on all fares |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | Domestic India: 15 kg (1 piece) included on most fares. International: 20–30 kg by zone (up to 2 pieces). A321XLR/long-haul: typically 30 kg, up to 2 pieces, on the cheapest fare. |
| Weight limit | Single bag max 32 kg; total dimensions max 158 cm (L+W+H) |
| Typical fee | Domestic prepaid extra checked from ~INR 1,280 (15 kg) first bag; second bag ~INR 1,800. Excess at airport ~INR 600/kg (cheaper if prepaid online). Varies by route/fare. |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saver (cheapest 6E fare) | Included (≤3 kg) | 7 kg + free personal item | Domestic: 15 kg (1 pc). International: 20–30 kg by zone; A321XLR long-haul ~30 kg (up to 2 pc) |
| Flexi / Flexi Plus | Included (≤3 kg) | 7 kg + free personal item | Same base allowance as Saver, plus free date changes and other flexibility |
| Super 6E | Included (≤3 kg) | 7 kg + free personal item | International A321XLR: up to 35 kg (up to 2 pc); domestic includes meal/seat perks |
| IndiGoStretch / Stretch+ | Included (≤3 kg) | 7 kg + free personal item | Up to 40–46 kg (2 pc) on eligible international sectors; ~30 kg on domestic Stretch |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on the cheapest IndiGo fare at deal prices:
- Short/medium-haul (default Saver fare): ✅ free under-seat personal item + ✅ 7 kg cabin bag, but checked baggage is not always included on the very cheapest international promo fares — you buy it separately. Domestic India fares typically do include 15 kg.
- Long-haul (A350 / A321XLR EU–Asia and other long routes): ✅ under-seat personal item + ✅ 7 kg cabin + ✅ 1 × 30 kg checked bag included in the base fare. This is unusually generous for a low-cost carrier and is the key reason IndiGo’s cheapest long-haul fares are genuinely competitive with full-service airlines on Europe and Australia routes.
Bottom line: on a long-haul IndiGo deal, the headline price almost always includes a 30 kg checked bag. On a cheap short-haul international fare, budget for a separate checked-bag purchase.
Oversize, sports & special items
International checked-bag zones. IndiGo groups international destinations into bands. Roughly: 20 kg for nearer leisure markets (e.g. Thailand, Bali, Kathmandu, Maldives); 25 kg for some African/medium sectors; and 30 kg for the Gulf/UAE, Singapore, Istanbul and long-haul Europe routes. Codeshare itineraries (e.g. with Turkish Airlines or Qantas) can carry higher allowances — up to 46 kg for USA/Australia. Always confirm the figure on your ticket.
Excess and extra bags. Buying allowance online before you fly is significantly cheaper than paying at the airport, where excess runs around INR 600 per kg. Prepaid increments are sold in slabs (commonly 3, 5, 10, 15 and 30 kg). Booking a second seat adds extra checked allowance on domestic fares.
Oversize, sports and instruments. Large items such as golf bags and surfboards attract a special-handling fee of roughly INR 1,200–1,650 domestic and INR 2,500 international, on top of weight charges. Small musical instruments (e.g. a guitar) may be carried in the cabin if space allows and within the 7 kg cabin limit; larger instruments need an extra seat or go as checked/oversize.
Restricted items. Power banks and spare/loose lithium batteries must travel in cabin baggage only and stay within reach — never in checked bags. Alcohol (up to 5 litres) is permitted in checked baggage only.
Frequently asked questions
What is IndiGo's cabin baggage allowance in 2026?
One cabin bag up to 7 kg and 55 × 35 × 25 cm, plus one free personal item up to 3 kg (45 × 35 × 20 cm) that fits under the seat in front. This applies on every fare, domestic and international.
How much checked baggage is included on a domestic IndiGo flight?
Most domestic India fares include 15 kg of checked baggage in one piece. On the very cheapest promotional fares you may need to buy checked allowance separately, so check the allowance shown at booking.
What is the international checked baggage allowance?
It varies by destination zone — typically 20 kg, 25 kg or 30 kg. Nearer leisure markets (Thailand, Bali, Maldives, Kathmandu) tend to get 20 kg, while the Gulf, Singapore, Istanbul and long-haul Europe routes get 30 kg, often as up to two pieces.
Does IndiGo's cheapest long-haul fare include a checked bag?
Yes. On long-haul flying (A321XLR to Europe and wide-body routes), the cheapest Saver fare typically includes 1 × 30 kg checked bag plus the 7 kg cabin bag and free personal item. Higher bundles (Super 6E, Stretch) raise this to 35–46 kg.
How much does extra or excess baggage cost on IndiGo?
Buying online in advance is far cheaper. At the airport, excess is around INR 600 per kg. Prepaid extra checked bags start from roughly INR 1,280 for the first domestic bag and about INR 1,800 for a second. Fees vary by route and fare, so confirm before paying.
What is the maximum weight and size for a single checked bag?
A single checked bag may weigh up to 32 kg and must not exceed 158 cm total (length + width + height). Heavier or larger items count as oversize and incur special-handling fees of around INR 1,200–1,650 domestic or INR 2,500 international.
Can I carry a power bank or lithium batteries on IndiGo?
Power banks and spare or loose lithium batteries are allowed only in cabin baggage and must stay within your reach during the flight. They are not permitted in checked baggage.
What are IndiGo's fare bundles and how do they affect baggage?
IndiGo sells Saver (cheapest), Flexi, Super 6E and IndiGoStretch/Stretch+ bundles. The cabin and personal-item allowance is the same across all of them; the higher bundles add larger checked allowances (up to 35–46 kg internationally) plus flexibility, seats and meals.
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