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Airlines let passengers handle overweight bags by paying extra fees or reducing luggage weight. Overweight charges usually range from Rs 500 to Rs 1,000 per kilo
Using this hack may be 30-50% cheaper than paying airline fees. (AI Generated/News18 Hindi)
Travelers often face unexpected charges for overweight baggage at airport counters, despite their luggage seeming fine at home. These charges can vary widely, with domestic flights like Delhi to Mumbai being cheaper compared to international routes such as Delhi to Dubai or Bangkok.
A helpful tip shared by YouTuber Aero Shiva in the Travel Meet Easy series can assist travellers in avoiding these extra costs.
On Air India flights, passengers can carry a cabin bag weighing up to 7 kilos for free, along with a small personal item like a laptop bag or handbag. First and business class passengers have a higher allowance of up to 10 kilos for their carry-on bags. However, bag size regulations can also impact check-in.
What To Do When Your Luggage Exceeds The Weight Limit
Airlines typically offer two options for overweight luggage: paying an additional charge or reducing the weight. Charges can range from Rs 500-1000 per kilo, depending on the flight’s length.
To avoid these fees, some passengers resort to transferring items to family members outside the check-in area or wearing extra clothes, which can be inconvenient and stressful.
A lesser-known solution is available at major airports such as Delhi IGI, Mumbai CSMIA, Bengaluru KIA, and Chennai MAA, where courier services like India Post, DTDC, Blue Dart, or FedEx have counters.
Using these services to send excess baggage is 30-50% cheaper than paying airline fees. For instance, sending a 5-kilo package from Mumbai to Delhi costs around Rs 300-500, compared to the airline’s Rs 1000 charge.
How To Courier Your Goods
To utilise this hack, travellers should check their bag’s weight at the counter, then proceed to the nearest courier service. After packing the items, writing the address, and making the payment, the package will be delivered home in a few days.
This method is particularly beneficial for bags that are 5-10 kilos overweight. For smaller excesses, shifting items to a handbag or wearing extra clothing is advisable.
November 22, 2025, 18:33 IST
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