Air India Express has recently introduced ‘cabin baggage-only’ fares, marking a renewed effort by an Indian carrier to offer lower-priced options by separating the check-in baggage service, reported The Indian Express.
In 2021, the removal of a regulatory restriction that capped the additional charge for standard 15-kg check-in luggage at Rs 200 opened the door for such fare categories. However, airlines hesitated, anticipating a gradual shift in consumer habits, as Indian travelers were perceived as accustomed to luggage allowances.
Air India Express’s move could serve as a catalyst, prompting other Indian carriers, especially budget airlines like IndiGo, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet, to adopt similar fare structures.
