Airline baggage guide

Air India Baggage Allowance: Carry-on & Checked Bags

Official personal-item, carry-on and checked-baggage limits.

Last checked · Sep 2026

Personal item

All cabins

1 × 3 kg

One under-seat personal item up to 3 kg may be carried in addition to the cabin bag, subject to security rules.

Cabin bag

Economy

1 × 7 kg

55 × 40 × 20 cm

Economy cabin bag is up to 7 kg and 55 × 40 × 20 cm; a 3 kg under-seat personal item is separate.

Cabin bag

Premium Economy

1 × 7 kg

55 × 40 × 20 cm

Premium Economy cabin bag is up to 7 kg and 55 × 40 × 20 cm; a 3 kg under-seat personal item is separate.

Cabin bag

Business

1 × 10 kg

55 × 40 × 20 cm

Business cabin bag is up to 10 kg and 55 × 40 × 20 cm; a 3 kg under-seat personal item is separate.

Cabin bag

First

1 × 10 kg

55 × 40 × 20 cm

First cabin bag is up to 10 kg and 55 × 40 × 20 cm; a 3 kg under-seat personal item is separate.

Checked bag

Economy

Per bag 23 kg

Linear total 158 cm

International Economy allowance varies by fare and region. Europe, U.S. and Canada use a piece concept from 1 × 23 kg; other routes can use a weight concept. Confirm the fare table on the ticket.

Confirm these before booking

  • • The operating carrier and route shown on the ticket
  • • Whether your selected Basic, Light or other fare includes free bags
  • • The smallest cabin-bag limit on a connection

Frequently asked questions

How do I check Air India's carry-on size and weight limit?

Start with the carry-on entry for your cabin and route on this page. Your ticketed fare, route and operating carrier can change the allowance, so confirm it in your booking and on the airline’s official page before departure.

Is checked baggage free on Air India?

Free checked baggage depends on fare, route, status and ticket conditions. This guide shows published size and weight rules; confirm included pieces and fees in your booking.

Which baggage rule applies on a Air India codeshare flight?

Codeshare rules can depend on the operating carrier and route. Check the operating airline shown on the ticket and use the smallest limit across your connections.

Rules vary by airline and route
Always verify important restrictions with your airline and the official security authority before departure.