Updated May 2026
Quick guide: This guide covers indiGo Cabin Baggage Rules 2026 — Quick Reference — practical, current, India-focused. Updated for 2026 regulatory and market changes; HappyFares tracks fares on the relevant routes with zero convenience fee, a price-match guarantee, and the Meera AI assistant on WhatsApp.
IndiGo Cabin Baggage Rules 2026 — Quick Reference
Cabin allowance: 1 piece up to 7 kg, max 55 × 35 × 25 cm (L × W × H). Applies to all economy fares (Saver, Flexi, UpFront). IndiGoStretch Business Class: 12 kg cabin allowance.
Personal item: 1 additional item up to 3 kg, max ~45 × 35 × 20 cm (fits under seat). Laptop bag, handbag, small backpack qualify. BCAS one-bag rule strictly enforced since December 2024.
Dimensions Recap
- Main cabin bag: 55 × 35 × 25 cm = max 115 cm total (L+W+H)
- Personal item: ~45 × 35 × 20 cm (must fit under seat)
- Together: 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item (NOT 2 cabin bags)
Liquids in Cabin (BCAS Rule)
- Each container ≤ 100 ml
- All containers fit in 1 transparent re-sealable bag (1 L total)
- Exemptions: insulin, baby formula, breast milk, prescribed medication
Power Banks (DGCA Advisory 11 Nov 2025)
- Cabin only — NEVER in checked baggage
- ≤ 100 Wh: allowed, no approval needed
- 100-160 Wh: airline approval required (max 2)
- > 160 Wh: prohibited
- Cannot use/charge power bank during flight
- Must remain in seat pocket / under seat / on person — NOT in overhead bin
Items NOT Allowed in Cabin
- Knives, scissors, sharp tools (check-in only)
- Power tools
- Lighter fuel, butane
- E-cigarettes / vapes (BANNED entirely in India under E-Cigarettes Act 2019)
- Aerosols > 100 ml
Looking for Complete IndiGo Baggage Info?
For checked baggage by fare type, helmet rules, pet policy, sports equipment, infants, 30+ FAQs (pickles, mixer-grinder, CPAP, alcohol, etc.) and excess baggage charges, read our complete IndiGo Baggage Policy 2026 guide.
For fare-by-fare comparison (Saver, Flexi, UpFront, Stretch, Stretch+) including 6E Ways to Fly 2026 portfolio, see IndiGo Fare Types Explained 2026.
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References & Authoritative Sources
- DGCA India
- BCAS Security Guidelines
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
- Montreal Convention 1999
- Indian Carriage by Air Act 1972
Specific Reader Scenarios
If you’re an NRI returning with bulk gifts + 30-45 kg total baggage
Pre-buy excess baggage via HappyFares Manage Booking (40-60% cheaper than airport counter). Indian carriers cap pre-bought excess at ~₹500-700/kg vs ₹1,200-1,800/kg at counter — typical savings ₹3,000-7,000 for 5kg excess.
If you’re a family travelling with strollers, car seats, and child gear
Strollers + car seats fly free as gate-checked items on all Indian airlines. HappyFares family-PNR auto-allocates adjacent seats at check-in (no per-seat fee). Pack baby formula/food per the LAGs exemption — no 100ml limit when infant is travelling.
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