✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
Citilink, Garuda Indonesia’s low-cost arm, is the rare budget carrier where the cheapest fare is generous — but only inside Indonesia. On every domestic fare, even the lowest one, you get 20 kg of checked baggage (10 kg on the small ATR 72 turboprops) plus a 7 kg cabin bag, free. That is a real checked allowance baked into the base fare, not an add-on, which makes Citilink unusually honest for an LCC.
Step onto an international route and the math flips. The cheapest international (Basic) fare gives you the 7 kg cabin bag only — no checked baggage at all. To get a hold bag you either buy up to a bundled fare (marketed as Green/Eco, which includes 20 kg) or pre-purchase weight. The exception is the Dili (Timor-Leste) route, which carries a 20 kg checked allowance. So the rule of thumb on a Citilink deal: domestic = bag included, international = budget to add one.
Quick facts
| Cabin bag (A320/A330) | 56 x 36 x 23 cm, max 7 kg |
| Cabin bag (ATR 72) | 41 x 34 x 17 cm, max 7 kg |
| Personal item | Counts within the 7 kg cabin limit (no separate free allowance) |
| Domestic checked (all fares) | 20 kg free (10 kg on ATR 72) |
| International Basic checked | None — 7 kg cabin only |
| International bundled fare | 20 kg checked included |
| Dili (Timor-Leste) route | 20 kg checked included |
| Cheapest pre-book bag | Up to ~40% cheaper online than at the counter |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | No separate free personal item — small bags count toward the single 7 kg cabin allowance |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 1 piece, 56 x 36 x 23 cm (A320/A330) or 41 x 34 x 17 cm (ATR 72), max 7 kg — included on every fare, domestic and international |
Checked baggage & fees
| Domestic, all fares | 20 kg free (A320/A330); 10 kg free on ATR 72 |
| International Basic fare | 0 kg — must be purchased separately |
| International bundled (Green/Eco) fare | 20 kg included |
| Dili route | 20 kg free |
| Extra / excess baggage | Sold in weight blocks; cheapest pre-booked online (up to ~40% less than the airport counter). Counter excess is charged per kg and varies by route/date — prices in IDR domestically, USD on international routes |
| Gate-checked oversize cabin bag | ~IDR 250,000 (domestic) / ~USD 20 (international) |
Baggage by region & route
Checked-bag inclusion on the cheapest fare can depend on where you fly, not just the fare name. Here is what the lowest fare includes by route:
| Route / region | Cheapest fare includes |
|---|---|
| Domestic Indonesia (all fares) | 20 kg checked included (10 kg on ATR 72) |
| International — Basic fare | No checked bag (7 kg cabin only) |
| International — bundled Green/Eco fare | 20 kg checked included |
| Dili (Timor-Leste) | 20 kg checked included |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
On a cheap domestic Citilink deal you already win the bag game: the lowest fare carries 20 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin, so there is usually nothing to add. On the ATR 72 turboprops (smaller regional routes) that checked allowance drops to 10 kg — watch the aircraft type if you pack heavy.
On an international deal fare, assume the headline price is cabin-only. The 7 kg cabin bag is all you get on Basic, so budget to add a hold bag: the smart move is to buy the bundled (Green/Eco) fare that includes 20 kg — it is typically cheaper than bolting baggage onto a Basic fare, and pre-booking online beats paying at the counter by up to ~40%. Never wait until check-in: airport excess rates are the most expensive way to carry a bag.
Oversize, sports & special items
Sports equipment and oversized items are accepted as part of your checked allowance when cargo space permits — there is no dedicated sports-bag product, so anything over your weight allowance is charged as excess and large items are subject to available capacity. Bicycles, surfboards and similar bulky gear should be flagged in advance and may need to travel as cargo if the hold is full.
2026 change: Citilink updated its baggage policy effective 1 March 2026, reaffirming the 20 kg free domestic allowance and the cabin dimensions above. The headline structure — domestic bag included, international Basic stripped to 7 kg cabin — remains in force. g. limited 10 kg offers on some routes) come and go.
Frequently asked questions
Does Citilink's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
On domestic Indonesian routes, yes — every fare, including the lowest, includes 20 kg checked (10 kg on ATR 72 turboprops). On international routes the cheapest (Basic) fare does NOT include checked baggage; you get only the 7 kg cabin bag.
How much cabin baggage can I bring on Citilink?
One cabin bag up to 7 kg, sized 56 x 36 x 23 cm on A320/A330 jets or 41 x 34 x 17 cm on the smaller ATR 72. There is no separate free personal item — small bags count within that 7 kg limit.
How do I add a checked bag to an international Citilink flight?
Either book a bundled fare (marketed as Green/Eco) that includes 20 kg, or pre-purchase baggage online before you fly. Pre-booking online is typically up to ~40% cheaper than buying baggage at the airport counter.
What is the free checked allowance on Citilink domestic flights?
20 kg on Airbus A320/A330 aircraft and 10 kg on ATR 72 turboprops, included free on all domestic fares.
Why does the Dili route have a different allowance?
The Dili (Timor-Leste) international route carries a 20 kg free checked allowance, unlike most international routes where the Basic fare includes no checked baggage. Always check the allowance displayed in your specific booking.
What does Citilink charge for excess baggage?
Excess is sold in weight blocks and varies by route and date — priced in IDR domestically and USD on international routes. Buying online before travel is cheaper than the airport counter, where excess is charged per kilogram.
What happens if my cabin bag is too big or heavy at the gate?
An oversize or overweight cabin bag gate-checked at the boarding gate costs roughly IDR 250,000 on domestic flights or about USD 20 on international flights.
Can I bring sports equipment or oversized items?
Yes, as part of your checked allowance when hold space permits. There is no dedicated sports-bag fare, so anything beyond your weight allowance is charged as excess, and bulky items are subject to available cargo capacity.