Can I add Extra Baggage on an Air India International Flight?

Air India is an airline headquartered in New Delhi, India. The airline operates flights to over 102 destinations, including 57 domestic destinations and 45 international destinations in 31 countries. If you are someone traveling with them and worrying about how to add extra baggage to Air India, then read the following information to learn about their policies. 

Air India offers its passengers one of the best travel experiences on board. Along with extra baggage charges, the following information contains knowledge about policies, processes, and more. 

Air India baggage allowance for international flights:

Passengers traveling with Air India to or from the USA and Canada are allowed to carry checked baggage according to the ticket type or fare they purchased. 

• To/from USA economy class - Two pieces of up to 23 kg/51 lb each. 
• To/from USA executive/first class - Two pieces of up to 32 kg/71 lb each. 
• To/from Canada economy class - Two pieces of up to 23 kg/51 lb each. 
• To/from Canada executive/first class - Two pieces of up to 23 kg/71 lb each. 

For carry-on bags or cabin luggage, Air India baggage allowance is only one piece, weighing 8 kg for economy class and 12 kg for business or first class tickets. 

Air India's Extra Baggage Charges:

If a passenger is willing to add extra baggage to their flight, they must know that Air India does not allow a piece of baggage weighing more than 32 kg on their flights. If the baggage weighs more than the limit mentioned on the ticket, passengers are entitled to pay Air India extra baggage charges. The changes are as follows. 

• For excess weight up to 32 kg/ 70 lb in economy class - USD 130 
• To carry excess piece of baggage - USD 240 
• Excess pieces of baggage weighing up to 32 kg - USD 370
• Excess piece and weight 32 kg70 lb and size up to 203 cm/80 in - USD 500 

How to add baggage on Air India International Flights?

Passengers, after booking their reservation with Air India, can add extra baggage if they wish to. Extra baggage can be added online by visiting the website, over the phone with an agent, or directly at the airport. 

Add Extra Baggage on Air India online:

The online process of adding extra luggage after booking the flight is pretty straightforward and requires only a few minutes. 

• Visit the official website of Air India https://www.airindia.com/.
• On the home page, select 'Manage Booking' from the drop-down menu given under 'Book & Manage.'
• Enter the booking reference number (PNR) and the passenger's last name. 
• Enter submit to see your flight details; tap on 'Baggage' and add extra baggage. 
• Follow the instructions given on your screen and press confirm. 
• Pay the excess baggage fee online or using your credit/debit card. 

Add extra baggage over the phone:

Air India understands the needs of its passengers and provides them assistance over the phone. To speak with an agent, follow the steps given below. 

• Please dial Air India customer care phone number  91 124 264 1407 or +1-888 634 1407/ +1 806-256-8457(US and Canada)
• Listen to the automated IVR carefully and press the keys accordingly. 
• Your call might get a hold-up time; please wait for your turn. 
• Once your call is past the wait time, seek assistance from an agent to add baggage. 
• Pay the excess baggage fee online or using your credit/debit card. 

Add extra baggage at the Airport:

There is an option for passengers to walk to the airport's check-in counter and ask the agents at the desk to add extra baggage and pay directly at the desk. The staff members at the airline help desk are very accommodating and knowledgeable. 

The above-mentioned information is everything you need to know about Air India's international flight baggage allowance. Passengers are advised to go through terms & conditions and restricted things inside the baggage to avoid any hassle. For more information, please visit the official website.