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IndiGo

India's largest airline, flying from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru

  • IndiaCountry
  • 6EIATA Code
  • IGOICAO Code
  • IndependentAlliance
  • Low-CostAirline Type

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About IndiGo

IndiGo is India’s largest airline, flying to more than 90 Indian cities and across the Gulf, Asia and Europe from hubs in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Saver and Flexi fares include a 15 kg checked bag on domestic flights, UpFront 20 kg and the Stretch business cabin up to 40 kg. This guide covers the five fare types, cabin bag size rules, web check-in, the DGCA power bank rules and how IndiGo compares with Air India.

IndiGo was founded in 2006 and is based in Gurugram, near Delhi. A simple low-cost model and strong punctuality made it India’s largest airline, carrying more than six in ten domestic passengers.

IndiGo flights to Delhi
Photo: Zoshua Colah / Unsplash

Web Check-In, DigiYatra and Airport Tips

Web check-in is available on the IndiGo website and app before departure, with a digital boarding pass for most domestic flights. Some seats are free at web check-in.

Indian airports check ID at the terminal door and security queues can be long, so arrive at least two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international ones. DigiYatra face-scan entry is quicker at participating airports.

Power Bank Rules on Indian Flights

India’s aviation regulator, the DGCA, tightened power bank rules from January 2026. They apply to IndiGo and every airline flying in India.

  • No charging a power bank during the flight, and no using it to charge your phone.
  • Power banks and spare batteries go in hand baggage only, never checked bags.
  • Keep them with you, not in the overhead locker.
  • Power banks over 160 Wh are banned; 100–160 Wh needs the airline’s approval.
  • Tell the crew straight away if a device gets hot, smokes or smells unusual.

Families, Special Assistance and Pets

Families can add infants and children to one booking, and infants under two travel on an adult’s lap. Strollers can usually be checked at the gate.

Wheelchair assistance can be requested in advance and is widely available. Pets are generally not carried in the cabin.

How to Find Cheap IndiGo Flights

IndiGo flights to Mumbai
Photo: Zoshua Colah / Unsplash
  • Watch the sales: IndiGo runs frequent sales on its website and app.
  • Avoid festival weeks: fares rise sharply around Diwali, Holi, Christmas and summer holidays.
  • Book Goa weekends early: Friday and Sunday flights fill fast.
  • Pre-book meals: they cost less online than on board.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see IndiGo next to Air India and Air India Express.

IndiGo vs Air India vs Air India Express

IndiGoAir IndiaAir India Express
TypeLow-costFull-serviceLow-cost
Cheapest domestic checked bag15 kg15 kg (Value)Shown at booking
Front cabinIndiGoStretchBusinessBiz on some flights
AllianceNoneStar AllianceNone
LoyaltyBluChipMaharaja ClubMaharaja Club

Choose IndiGo for the biggest domestic network and frequent flights, and Air India for Star Alliance miles and long-haul connections.

Arriving in Delhi

Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport is linked to the city by the Airport Express metro from Terminal 3, and app-based cabs and prepaid taxis are widely available.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is IndiGo a Good Airline?

Yes, for most domestic trips. IndiGo is known for punctuality, a huge network and low fares, which makes it the default choice for many Indian travellers. The Stretch cabin adds comfort on busy business routes, but the basic Saver fare includes few extras.

For more options, see our Air India Express guide, our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in October 2026 against the IndiGo cabin baggage page and DGCA guidance. Rules change, so check the official IndiGo website before you travel.

Airline Partnerships

IndiGo is not a member of a global airline alliance, but it codeshares with major international airlines so you can connect onward on one ticket.

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

IndiGo codeshares with partners such as Delta, Air France–KLM, Virgin Atlantic, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, linking India with Europe and North America.

Hubs & Focus Cities

IndiGo's main hubs are Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM) and Bengaluru (BLR), with large operations at Hyderabad, Kolkata and Chennai.

Popular IndiGo Routes

IndiGo links almost every Indian city, using ATR turboprops to reach smaller towns. Its busiest routes link Delhi with Mumbai, Bengaluru and Goa, and Mumbai with Bengaluru. Abroad, IndiGo flies to the Gulf, Southeast Asia, Kathmandu, Colombo and Central Asia, and to Europe on its new long-haul aircraft. Codeshares with Delta, Air France–KLM and Virgin Atlantic extend the network. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

IndiGo Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

Since January 2026 IndiGo sells five fare types under the name 6E Ways to Fly: Saver, Flexi and UpFront in Economy, plus Stretch and Stretch+ in the IndiGoStretch business cabin. On domestic flights the checked bag is the biggest difference. If you only need 15 kg, Saver is usually the cheapest choice; for plans that may change, Flexi often costs less than paying a change fee later.

Under DGCA rules, eligible domestic bookings made more than 7 days before departure can be changed or cancelled free within 48 hours of booking. Otherwise you pay any fare difference plus a change fee for your fare type, and government and airport taxes are refundable even on cheap fares.

  • Saver 15 kg domestic checked bag; lowest price; most seats cost extra.
  • Flexi 15 kg domestic checked bag; lower change charges.
  • UpFront 20 kg domestic checked bag; a seat near the front.
  • Stretch 30 kg domestic checked bag; wider 2×2 seat and a meal.
  • Stretch+ 40 kg domestic checked bag; Stretch seat with more flexibility.
  • DGCA 48-hour rule Free change or cancellation within 48 hours of booking on eligible domestic bookings made more than 7 days ahead.
  • Taxes Government and airport taxes are refundable.
  • How to change or cancel Use Manage Booking on goindigo.in or the IndiGo app.

IndiGo Seat Selection & Additional Services

Seat selection is paid on Saver fares (with some free seats), and you can buy XL seats with extra legroom. IndiGoStretch is a 12-seat front cabin with wider 2×2 seats and meals on selected A321neo and A321XLR flights.

Meals, drinks and other extras can be pre-booked through the 6E Eats menu.

  • Seat selection Paid on Saver, with some free seats.
  • XL seats Extra legroom for a fee.
  • IndiGoStretch Business cabin on selected A321 flights.
  • Meals Pre-book or buy on board.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.

IndiGo Baggage Allowance

Economy passengers can bring one cabin bag of up to 7 kg plus a small personal item. The bag must fit within 55 × 35 × 25 cm, with the three sides adding up to no more than 115 cm including wheels and handles. Stretch passengers can bring 12 kg. A bag that is too heavy or too big may have to be checked in for a fee, so weigh it at home.

On domestic flights, Saver and Flexi include a 15 kg checked bag, UpFront 20 kg, Stretch 30 kg and Stretch+ 40 kg. International allowances are higher and vary by destination: Gulf routes usually include more than routes to Southeast Asia or Nepal. Extra baggage booked online is much cheaper than at the airport.

  • Cabin (Economy) 1 bag up to 7 kg and 55 × 35 × 25 cm (115 cm total), plus a personal item.
  • Cabin (Stretch) 12 kg.
  • Domestic Saver and Flexi 15 kg checked.
  • Domestic UpFront 20 kg checked.
  • Stretch and Stretch+ 30 kg and 40 kg checked.
  • International Higher allowances that vary by destination.
  • Extra baggage Much cheaper when pre-booked online.

BluChip: IndiGo Loyalty Programme

BluChip is IndiGo's free loyalty programme, launched in 2024. You earn BluChips on IndiGo flights and with partners such as co-branded credit cards, and redeem them for IndiGo flights.

Higher earning rates apply on IndiGoStretch.

  • Membership Free to join.
  • Earn BluChips on IndiGo flights and with partners.
  • Redeem IndiGo flights.
  • IndiGoStretch Higher earning rates.
Join or log in on the IndiGo website

IndiGo: Frequently Asked Questions

01What are IndiGo’s IATA and ICAO codes?

The airline's two-character IATA code is 6E. It appears in flight numbers (for example 6E 101), on tickets and on airport departure boards. Its three-letter ICAO code is IGO, which air traffic control and flight-tracking services use to identify the airline.

02Which airline alliance is IndiGo part of?

It is not a member of a global airline alliance, although it may still have codeshare or interline agreements with individual airlines.

03Where is IndiGo headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in Gurugram, India.

04When was IndiGo founded?

The airline was founded in 2006.

05What are IndiGo’s main hubs?

Its main hubs and focus cities are: Delhi (DEL) – Main Hub; Mumbai (BOM) – Hub; Bengaluru (BLR) – Hub.

06What is IndiGo’s frequent flyer programme called?

The frequent flyer programme is called BluChip. Members earn points or miles on eligible flights and can redeem them for award tickets, upgrades and other benefits.

07What is IndiGo's cabin baggage allowance?

In Economy, one cabin bag of up to 7 kg and 55 × 35 × 25 cm plus a small personal item. IndiGoStretch allows 12 kg.

08How much checked baggage does IndiGo include on domestic flights?

Saver and Flexi include 15 kg, UpFront 20 kg, Stretch 30 kg and Stretch+ 40 kg.

09Can I cancel an IndiGo flight for free?

Yes, within 48 hours of booking on eligible domestic bookings made more than 7 days before departure. After that, change fees apply, but government and airport taxes are refundable.

10Can I use a power bank on IndiGo?

No. Under DGCA rules from January 2026, you cannot charge a power bank or use it to charge devices during the flight, and it must stay in your hand baggage.

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