IndiGo Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

6E / IGO · India

Pre-book excess baggage online starting at ₹1,280, up to 2 hours before domestic departure or 1 hour before international departure. Online pre-purchase is significantly cheaper than airport rates. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 28, 2026

IndiGo Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

All cabins

Weight-concept; free checked allowance varies by destination/route group (15–30 kg) and by codeshare sector type (piece-limited, max 23 kg per piece). Checked dimensions max 158 cm (62 in) L+W+H (ATR: L152×W58×H101 cm). Domestic includes Double/MultiSeat extra 10 kg.

LabelAmountNotes
Domestic15kg
  • Verbatim from Free Baggage Allowance table on https://www.goindigo.in/baggage/baggage-allowance.html: '15kg allowance per person effective Oct 1st, 2020. For Double or MultiSeats bookings, extra 10 kg. Additional charges may apply for excess baggage.'
  • Weight-concept: total weight across checked bags; disclaimer on same page: 'For checked-in baggage, maximum 23kg/piece would be allowed' and 'Dimension of a Checked-in Baggage must not exceed 158 cm (62 inches) (L+W+H). In ATRs, dimension must not exceed L 152 cm x W 58 cm x H 101 cm.'
  • Cross-checked via Playwright rendered innerText and snapshot table row 'Domestic' (ref e125-e127).
Bangkok, Bali, Kathmandu, Krabi, Male, Mauritius, Phuket20kg
  • Verbatim from same table row: 'Bangkok, Bali, Kathmandu, Krabi, Male, Mauritius, Phuket' → '20kg allowance per person, basis the sector and for Kathmandu. Additional excess baggage charges may apply.'
  • Same per-piece limits apply: max 23 kg/piece, max 158 cm (62 in) L+W+H per checked bag (see disclaimer and dimensions row 55cm x 35cm x 25cm / 158cm).
Jeddah, Madinah30 kgs
  • Verbatim from same table row: 'Jeddah, Madinah' → '30 kgs allowance per person, basis the sector including Zam Zam water* *Only for flights from Jeddah, Madinah to India. Additional excess baggage charges may apply.'
  • Includes Zam Zam water only on flights from Jeddah/Madinah to India; same max 23 kg/piece and 158 cm limits apply.
Abu Dhabi, Almaty, Amsterdam, Bahrain, Baku, Colombo, Dammam, Dhaka, Doha, Dubai, Fujairah, Guangzhou, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Manchester, Muscat, Penang, Ras Al Khaimah, Riyadh, Seychelles, Sharjah, Siam Reap, Singapore, Tashkent, Tbilisi30kg
  • Verbatim from same table row listing 31 destinations → '30kg allowance per person, basis the sector. Additional excess baggage charges may apply.'
  • Covers most Gulf/Middle East, Central/Southeast/East Asia and European destinations served from India; same 23 kg/piece and 158 cm limits.
Nairobi25kg
  • Verbatim from same table row: 'Nairobi' → '25kg per person'.
Jaffna15kg
  • Verbatim from same table row: 'Jaffna' → '15kg per person'.
India to Kuwait, Kuwait to India30 kg total
  • Verbatim from same table row: 'India to Kuwait, Kuwait to India' → 'Checked-in Baggage, weighing not more than a total of 30 (thirty) Kg, including carry of Cardboard box which should be suitably packed and within the prescribed dimensions (Dimension of a Checked-in Baggage must not exceed 158 cm (62 inches) (L+W+H). In ATRs, the dimension of a Checked-in Baggage must not exceed L 152 cm x W 58 cm x H 101 cm )'
  • Cardboard box must be suitably packed and within 158 cm (or ATR 152×58×101) limits; same max 23 kg/piece applies.
For AU codeshare sectors — Ex-Australia46kg (2 piece only)
  • Verbatim from table row 'For AU codeshare sectors' → 'Ex-Australia: 46kg per person (2 piece only**)' (snapshot e171-e172).
  • Footnote verbatim: '**Disclaimer: For checked-in baggage, maximum 23kg/piece would be allowed' — so 46 kg must be split across 2 pieces max 23 kg each; dimensions 158 cm per piece.
  • Country-specific hand baggage for AU codeshare is 'Only one bag weighing not more than 7 kgs.' (see carry_on).
For AU codeshare sectors — Ex India30kg (2 piece only)
  • Verbatim from same AU row: 'Ex India: 30kg per person (2 piece only**)' alongside the 46 kg Ex-Australia entry.
  • Same 23 kg/piece limit applies; 30 kg across 2 pieces.
For EU codeshare sectors30kg (2 piece only)
  • Verbatim from table row 'For EU codeshare sectors' → '30kg per person (2 piece only**)' (snapshot e180-e181).
  • Same max 23 kg/piece; hand baggage for EU codeshare is 'Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kgs.'
For African Continent codeshare sectors30kg (2 piece only)
  • Verbatim from table row 'For African Continent codeshares sectors' → '30kg per person (2 piece only**)' (snapshot e188-e190).
  • Same 23 kg/piece; hand baggage 'Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kgs.'
For US codeshare sectors46kg (2 piece only)
  • Verbatim from table row 'For US codeshare sectors' → '46kg per person (2 piece only**)' (snapshot e198-e199).
  • Same 23 kg/piece — 46 kg must be split 2×23 kg; hand baggage 'Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kgs.'
Infant (without seat) — Domestic and InternationalNIL
  • Verbatim from Infant Baggage Allowance section on same page: Domestic Travel list 'Check In Baggage: NIL' and International Travel list 'Check In Baggage: NIL' (snapshot e230-e248).
  • One stroller or baby pram per infant allowed without charge (paragraph after infant tables: 'One stroller or baby pram per infant is allowed without any charge.'). Hand baggage for infant is still allowed (see carry_on notes).
  • Connecting-flight rule verbatim: 'For customers on IndiGo connecting flights from domestic to international sectors or vice-versa: IndiGo's free baggage allowance for international sectors will apply only to bookings made on a single PNR.' and 'IndiGo Domestic Sector connecting to another airline to/from an international destination: 15 Kg per passenger. Baggage in excess of 15 kgs will be subject to additional charges of INR 700 per kg.' — recorded here as free allowance remains NIL for infant even on connections.

Carry-on baggage

All cabins

One hand bag up to 7 kgs and 115 cms (L+W+H) per passenger plus one personal article (ladies' purse / small laptop bag) not more than 3 kgs. Max cabin dimensions 55cm x 35cm x 25cm, sum ≤115 cm. Codeshare sectors vary: AU 7 kgs, EU/African/US 8 kgs per bag.

LabelAmountNotes
All routes — standard IndiGo-operated flights1 × 7 kg (115 cm) + 1 personal article × 3 kg
  • Verbatim from Free Baggage Allowance table on https://www.goindigo.in/baggage/baggage-allowance.html cells: 'One handbag up to 7 kgs and 115 cms (L+W+H) allowed per passenger. Additionally, one personal article, such as ladies’ purse or a small bag containing laptop, not weighing more than 3 kgs.' (rows e123-e124, e131-e132).
  • Confirmed on https://www.goindigo.in/baggage/cabin-baggage.html: 'Cabin baggage dimensions: The maximum dimensions per piece are 55x35x25 cm (22x16x9 in), and the sum of these dimensions may not exceed 115 cm (45 in).' and '1 piece up to 7 kg and 115 cm (L+W+H). This dimension includes handles and wheels. *For codeshare flights, refer baggage allowance information here.*' plus disclaimer '*Disclaimer: In addition to the one piece of Hand Baggage permitted to be carried in accordance with the above, IndiGo will permit a Customer to carry one additional personal article such as ladies’ purse or a small bag containing laptop not weighing more than 3 kgs.' (snapshot e211-e213).
  • Cabin notes from same cabin page: 'Non wheeled & soft baggage may need to be stowed under the seat except the Emergency exits & first row.' and 'If your carry-on baggage cannot be safely accommodated in the overhead bin due to limited space, it may be checked in to support an on-time departure.'
  • Infant hand baggage on same allowance page: 'Hand Baggage: One hand bag up to 7 kgs and 115 cms (L+W+H), shall be allowed per customer.' for both Domestic and International infant travel — infants share same 7 kg hand allowance as adults.
For AU codeshare sectors1 × 7 kg
  • Verbatim from same allowance table AU row hand cell: 'Only one bag weighing not more than 7 kgs.' alongside checked 'Ex-Australia: 46kg per person (2 piece only**)' / 'Ex India: 30kg per person (2 piece only**)' (snapshot e167-e168).
  • Dimensions still 55cm x 35cm x 25cm / 115 cm per dimensions row; personal article rule per disclaimer still applies.
For EU / African Continent / US codeshare sectors1 × 8 kg
  • Verbatim from three separate rows on same allowance page: EU row hand cell 'Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kgs.' (e177), African row same 'Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kgs.' (e186), US row same 'Only one bag weighing not more than 8 kgs.' (e195) — each paired with 30kg or 46kg checked (2 piece only).
  • All three regions share identical 8 kgs hand limit; collapsed into one item but verified separately. Dimensions 55x35x25 cm / 115 cm and personal article disclaimer unchanged.
  • Liquids rule verbatim from same page: 'Any liquid is in a container with maximum volume of 100ml; and all liquid containers meeting maximum volume of 100ml each can be fitted comfortably into a transparent, re-sealable 1 litre plastic bag (20.5×20.5 or 25×15 cm).'

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on IndiGo

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to goindigo.in and click 'Manage Booking' or 'Check-in', or open the IndiGo app.
  2. Enter your PNR/booking reference and last name/email to retrieve your booking.
  3. Select 'Add/Modify Baggage' and choose the excess baggage slab (5 kg increments) or additional pieces (max 2).
  4. Review the pre-purchase price and complete payment.

Prices

Domestic excess baggage is sold in weight slabs (5 kg increments) starting at ₹1,280. Pre-booked rates are 20–25% cheaper than airport counter rates.

LabelAmountNotes
Starting price (lowest slab)₹1,280
  • Starting price for the lowest excess weight slab on domestic flights.
  • Actual prices vary based on availability and route.
  • Available in 5 kg weight slabs.
Airport per-kg rate₹500–₹750 per kg
  • Charged per kg above the free allowance at the airport counter.
  • Domestic free allowance: 15 kg on 6E Saver and above fares; Super6E fares include only cabin baggage.
Additional piece (at airport)₹1,000 per piece
  • Each additional checked piece beyond the allowance is charged at ₹1,000.
  • Additional charges may apply for overweight or oversized pieces.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Pre-paid excess baggage can be purchased through Manage Booking on goindigo.in, during web check-in, or via the IndiGo app. Online pre-purchase is 20–25% cheaper than airport rates.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Online via Manage Booking at goindigo.in, during web check-in, through the IndiGo app, or at the airport check-in counter (higher rates apply).

When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

Domestic flights: up to 2 hours before scheduled departure. International flights: up to 1 hour before scheduled departure.

How does IndiGo calculate excess baggage charges?

Domestic excess baggage is charged per kg (₹500–₹750/kg at airport) or sold in pre-booked weight slabs starting at ₹1,280. Additional pieces cost ₹1,000 each at the airport. International rates vary by route.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online vs at the airport?

Yes. Pre-purchasing online is 20–25% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. Pre-book as early as possible for the best rates.

How much extra baggage can I buy?

You can pre-book up to 2 additional pieces of baggage. Excess weight can be purchased in 5 kg slabs. Pre-booked excess baggage prices can vary based on availability.

Can I get a refund on pre-paid excess baggage?

Pre-paid baggage is non-refundable if not used. Check IndiGo's cancellation policy for details on partial refunds when cancelling the entire booking.

Are there different rules for Super6E fares?

Yes. Super6E (lowest fare) includes only cabin baggage (7 kg) with no free checked baggage. 6E Saver and above fares include 15 kg checked baggage on domestic flights.

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