Cabin Baggage Rules India — All Airlines Compared

Avoid the gate-check surprise. Here's the exact cabin baggage allowance for every Indian airline — size, weight, and what's banned.

Cabin Baggage Limits by Airline

What's Allowed in Cabin

• ✅ Laptop, tablet, phone, chargers
• ✅ Medicines (with prescription for controlled drugs)
• ✅ Baby food & formula (in reasonable quantity)
• ✅ Duty-free liquids in sealed bags
• ✅ Snacks and dry food

What's BANNED in Cabin

• ❌ Liquids over 100ml (water, shampoo, perfume)
• ❌ Sharp objects (scissors >6cm, knives, razor blades)
• ❌ Lighters and matchboxes (1 lighter allowed on person)
• ❌ Power banks over 27,000 mAh
• ❌ Flammable items (spray cans, fuel)

Pro Tips

• 🎒 Weigh at home: Airlines strictly enforce the 7 kg limit at busy airports
• 📱 Wear heavy items: Jacket, boots don't count toward luggage weight
• 💼 Laptop counts as personal item — keep it in a separate bag for easy screening