IndiGo Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
IndiGo (6E) is India's largest low-cost carrier. Unlike Western LCCs, domestic India fares include a 15kg checked allowance plus cabin baggage by default — a legacy of Indian aviation norms. In January 2026 IndiGo restructured into its '6E Ways to Fly' fare lineup, with checked allowances ranging from 15kg up to 40kg depending on the fare. Cabin baggage follows India's strict one-bag security rule. Extra and excess baggage is sold separately, priced in INR. Allowances and fees vary by fare tier and by domestic vs. international route — always confirm at booking.
The bottom line on IndiGo baggage
IndiGo is an unusually generous low-cost carrier: even the base domestic 6E Saver fare includes a 15kg checked bag plus cabin baggage, so most travelers pay nothing extra for luggage. The real trap is not the fare but India's security rule — only one cabin bag is allowed through screening, so you cannot bring two roller bags aboard, just the 7kg cabin bag and a 3kg personal item.
The surest way to save is to buy any extra weight online before you reach the airport, where per-kilogram rates climb sharply. If you routinely need more than 15kg, compare prepaid excess against simply booking IndiGo UpFront (20kg) or a higher tier, which can work out cheaper than paying by the kilo.
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Hidden pitfalls most travelers miss
- The base 6E Saver domestic fare already includes 15kg of checked baggage — generous for an LCC — but India's BCAS security rule allows only ONE cabin bag through screening, so you cannot carry two roller bags aboard.
- Excess weight is sold per kilogram and jumps at the airport (~₹600+/kg) versus prepaid online blocks (from ~₹500), so buy any extra weight before you travel.
- International allowances differ from domestic (commonly 20–30kg by route), and no single checked piece may exceed 23kg or 158cm.
IndiGobaggage allowance & fees at a glance
| 🎒 Personal item | One personal item up to 3kg and about 45 x 35 x 20 cm (such as a handbag, small laptop bag, or ladies' purse) in addition to the cabin bag, which must fit under the seat in front of you. Combined with the 7kg cabin bag this is the '7kg + 3kg' rule. |
| 🧳 Carry-on allowance | One cabin bag up to 7kg, maximum 55 x 35 x 25 cm, allowed on every fare. Under India's Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) 'one hand baggage' rule, only one piece is permitted into the cabin (plus the small personal item). Higher fare tiers may allow a heavier cabin bag. |
| 🧳 First checked bag | 15kg included |
| 🧳 Second checked bag | 20kg included |
IndiGo checked bag fees
| Domestic — 6E Saver / 6E Flexi | 15kg included |
| Domestic — IndiGo UpFront | 20kg included |
| Domestic — higher tiers (e.g. Stretch+) | up to 40kg included |
| International | Varies by route (commonly 20–30kg); confirm at booking |
| Single-piece limit | Max 23kg per piece, 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
Excess baggage cost calculator
Estimate what IndiGo will actually charge for your bags — one way, typical domestic/regional route.
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🔁 Change & cancellation
Change and cancellation rules depend on the fare. 6E Saver is the most restrictive (fees plus fare difference apply). Flexi and higher tiers allow lower-cost or free changes; IndiGo UpFront includes free date changes. Cancellation fees vary by route and how far ahead of departure you cancel. Always check the specific fare's terms at booking.
IndiGo flight delayed or cancelled?
Compensation rules follow the route, not the airline — a Asia-departing IndiGo flight delayed 3+ hours can be worth up to €600. Checking costs nothing.
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Other common fees
| Excess baggage (prepaid online, domestic) | from approx. ₹500 per 1kg block (route dependent) |
| Excess baggage (at the airport) | approx. ₹600+ per kg — more expensive than prepaid |
| Seat selection | from approx. ₹100 (standard) up to ₹2,000+ (XL/front rows) |
| Priority check-in (6E Prime) | add-on, varies by route |
How to avoid extra fees
- Domestic India fares already include 15kg checked baggage — far more generous than most low-cost carriers worldwide.
- Buy excess baggage online in advance: airport rates per kg are significantly higher than prepaid blocks.
- Remember India's one-bag cabin rule (BCAS) — you cannot bring two roller bags into the cabin, only one 7kg bag plus a 3kg personal item.
- Keep each checked piece under 23kg; heavier single pieces are refused or repacked at check-in.
- If you need more than 15kg, compare the cost of prepaid excess vs. upgrading to IndiGo UpFront (20kg) or a higher tier.
IndiGo baggage — FAQ
＋ − How much checked baggage is included on IndiGo domestic flights?
Domestic 6E Saver and 6E Flexi fares include 15kg of checked baggage. IndiGo UpFront includes 20kg, and higher fare tiers go up to 40kg. Any extra weight is charged per kilogram.
＋ − What is IndiGo's cabin baggage allowance?
One cabin bag up to 7kg (max 55 x 35 x 25 cm) plus one personal item up to 3kg. Under India's security rules only one cabin bag is allowed into the cabin in addition to the small personal item.
＋ − How much does extra baggage cost on IndiGo?
Excess baggage is sold per kilogram and is cheapest when prepaid online (from roughly ₹500 per kg block, route dependent). Buying at the airport costs noticeably more, so add weight in advance.
Sources & official policy links
Independent guide — not affiliated with IndiGo. Figures here reflect IndiGo's published Asia fares as of 2026-06-24.