Quick Answer
✅ Vistara lets you bring 1 cabin bag (22 x 16 x 8 in / 55 x 40 x 20 cm) plus a small personal item.
✈️ Weight limits: 7 kg (15 lbs) in Economy and Premium Economy, 12 kg (26 lbs) in Business.
⚠️ Bags over the limit will be checked, even if they fit in the sizer.
Details
- Economy & Premium Economy:
- 1 cabin bag up to 22 x 16 x 8 in (55 x 40 x 20 cm).
- Max weight: 7 kg (15 lbs).
- Plus a small personal item (handbag, laptop, duty-free).
- Business Class:
- 1 cabin bag up to the same size.
- Max weight: 12 kg (26 lbs).
- Plus a personal item under the seat.
- Checked baggage:
- Economy Lite fares may exclude checked bags.
- Other fares include 15–30 kg depending on ticket type and route.
- International flights:
- Same size and weight rules apply across Vistara’s domestic and international network.
Vistara Carry-On Rules Summary
| Class | Bags Allowed | Size Limit (in/cm) | Weight Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 1 carry-on + 1 personal | 22 x 16 x 8 (55 x 40 x 20) | 15 lbs (7 kg) |
| Premium Economy | 1 carry-on + 1 personal | 22 x 16 x 8 (55 x 40 x 20) | 15 lbs (7 kg) |
| Business | 1 carry-on + 1 personal | 22 x 16 x 8 (55 x 40 x 20) | 26 lbs (12 kg) |
How to Measure Your Bag for Vistara
- Put your bag against a wall or flat surface.
- Measure height, width, and depth, including wheels, handles, and pockets.
- Compare with Vistara’s limit: 22 x 16 x 8 in (55 x 40 x 20 cm).
- If it’s heavier than 7 kg in Economy (or 12 kg in Business), expect it to be tagged and checked.
Gotchas / Common Issues
- ✈️ Strict weight checks: Carry-ons are often weighed at check-in counters.
- ✈️ Lite fares: May not include free checked baggage, so overweight cabin bags can get expensive.
- ✈️ Regional flights: Smaller planes sometimes force gate-checking even compliant bags.