Air India hand luggage size (cabin bag)
The Air India carry-on size limit is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm), 15.4 lb (7 kg). Enter your bag below to see if it fits, and by how much.
- Carry-on limit
- 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in
- 55 × 40 × 20 cm
- Personal item limit
- 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Weight limit
- 15.4 lb
- 7 kg
- Carry-on on the cheapest fare
- Carry-on included on all fares
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Airlines that accept this bag
Airlines that won’t accept it
* guideline, not published
Rules to know
- Air India domestic baggage allowance in economy: 15 kg on Value, 20 kg on Classic and 25 kg on Flex fares, plus a 7 kg cabin bag. International allowances are higher and depend on the route.
A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) bag is larger than the Air India carry-on limit.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Air India hand luggage allowance?
Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm), 15.4 lb (7 kg), and you can also bring a personal item up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm).
How strict is Air India about carry-on size?
Air India publishes a 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm) limit and may check bags at the gate, especially on full flights. Bags that clearly exceed the limit are gate-checked.
Do wheels and handles count toward the Air India carry-on size?
Yes. Measure the bag at its longest, widest and deepest points, including wheels, handles and any pocket that sticks out.
Is there a weight limit for Air India carry-on bags?
Yes. The carry-on weight limit is 15.4 lb (7 kg).
What counts as a personal item on Air India?
A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. The published limit is 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm).
Is a carry-on free on Air India?
Yes. One carry-on and one personal item are included on every fare.
Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Air India baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy