Emirates Baggage Allowance Summary
Last verified: 13 June 2026 · Official policy: https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/
| Baggage type | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| International checked baggage | India ↔ Dubai (weight): Economy Special 20 kg · Saver 25 kg · Flex 30 kg · Flex Plus 35 kg • Premium Economy 35 kg • Business 40 kg • First 50 kg | India–Dubai is weight concept (official Emirates tables): Economy by fare brand — Special 20 kg, Saver 25 kg, Flex 30 kg, Flex Plus 35 kg; Premium Economy 35 kg; Business 40 kg; First 50 kg. You can split the weight across multiple bags, but no single bag over 32 kg or 300 cm. USA/Canada itineraries switch to piece concept: Economy 2 × 23 kg (Special fares get only 1 × 23 kg), Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg, Business/First 2 × 32 kg, each piece max 150 cm. Skywards Gold/Platinum get extra. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | Economy 7 kg (1 piece) • Premium Economy 10 kg • Business/First 7 kg carry-on + 7 kg briefcase or garment bag | Dimensions: Carry-on max 55 × 38 × 22 cm. Boarding from India: only ONE cabin piece is allowed, max 115 cm total — Business/First passengers ex-India effectively consolidate. Briefcase max 45 × 35 × 20 cm. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | India–Dubai excess at the airport: USD 15 per kg (Middle East–South Asia zone); India–Europe/Far East USD 25/kg; India–Australia USD 40/kg. Pre-purchasing online gives 50–60% off, sold in 5 kg blocks up to 50 kg, until 4 hours before departure. USA routes (piece): extra piece USD 225 at the airport (50% off online for the first), overweight or oversize USD 75 each. Emirates does not publish INR rates. |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | See details | On India–Dubai (weight routes): infant gets a 5 kg cabin bag (55 × 38 × 22 cm) PLUS 10 kg checked, plus one collapsible stroller / carrycot / car seat free. Extra baggage cannot be purchased on infant tickets. |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | Sports equipment travels as part of your standard checked allowance (excess rates beyond it). Bicycles need 24-hour advance notice. Any item over 300 cm total dimensions must go as cargo — no exceptions. Ski set = skis + poles + boots; scuba tanks must be empty. |
| USA-bound flights | Piece concept | For USA/Canada itineraries, Emirates switches to piece concept: Economy 2 × 23 kg (Economy Special only 1 × 23 kg), Business/First 2 × 32 kg, each piece max 150 cm — different from the kg-based allowance on India–Dubai. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emirates's checked baggage allowance for international flights?
India ↔ Dubai (weight): Economy Special 20 kg · Saver 25 kg · Flex 30 kg · Flex Plus 35 kg • Premium Economy 35 kg • Business 40 kg • First 50 kg. India–Dubai is weight concept (official Emirates tables): Economy by fare brand — Special 20 kg, Saver 25 kg, Flex 30 kg, Flex Plus 35 kg; Premium Economy 35 kg; Business 40 kg; First 50 kg. You can split the weight across multiple bags, but no single bag over 32 kg or 300 cm. USA/Canada itineraries switch to piece concept: Economy 2 × 23 kg (Special fares get only 1 × 23 kg), Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg, Business/First 2 × 32 kg, each piece max 150 cm. Skywards Gold/Platinum get extra. Always confirm at https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/ before flying.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Emirates?
Economy 7 kg (1 piece) • Premium Economy 10 kg • Business/First 7 kg carry-on + 7 kg briefcase or garment bag. Dimensions: Carry-on max 55 × 38 × 22 cm. Boarding from India: only ONE cabin piece is allowed, max 115 cm total — Business/First passengers ex-India effectively consolidate. Briefcase max 45 × 35 × 20 cm. Always verify your specific allowance on https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/ before flying — airlines can change these limits without prior notice.
What are Emirates's excess baggage charges?
India–Dubai excess at the airport: USD 15 per kg (Middle East–South Asia zone); India–Europe/Far East USD 25/kg; India–Australia USD 40/kg. Pre-purchasing online gives 50–60% off, sold in 5 kg blocks up to 50 kg, until 4 hours before departure. USA routes (piece): extra piece USD 225 at the airport (50% off online for the first), overweight or oversize USD 75 each. Emirates does not publish INR rates. Excess baggage rates change frequently — confirm the current rate on https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/. To avoid excess charges, pre-purchase additional baggage online through "Manage Booking" — it is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter.
What is Emirates's baggage allowance for infants?
On India–Dubai (weight routes): infant gets a 5 kg cabin bag (55 × 38 × 22 cm) PLUS 10 kg checked, plus one collapsible stroller / carrycot / car seat free. Extra baggage cannot be purchased on infant tickets. Confirm current infant baggage policy at https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/.
What about sports equipment and special items?
Sports equipment travels as part of your standard checked allowance (excess rates beyond it). Bicycles need 24-hour advance notice. Any item over 300 cm total dimensions must go as cargo — no exceptions. Ski set = skis + poles + boots; scuba tanks must be empty.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Emirates?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Emirates is to pre-purchase additional baggage allowance when booking on HappyFares or through the airline's "Manage Booking" portal before your flight — this is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter. Also, weigh your bags at home before the airport. If you are travelling with a group, distribute weight across all passengers while staying within each individual limit. Codeshare flights may use the operating carrier's policy, not the marketing carrier's — confirm with both airlines.
Is the baggage allowance different on USA-bound flights with Emirates?
For USA/Canada itineraries, Emirates switches to piece concept: Economy 2 × 23 kg (Economy Special only 1 × 23 kg), Business/First 2 × 32 kg, each piece max 150 cm — different from the kg-based allowance on India–Dubai. Verify the specific allowance on https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/ for your route and class of service.
What is the Emirates baggage allowance from India to Dubai by fare type?
Emirates India–Dubai checked baggage rises with the Economy brand: Special 20 kg, Saver 25 kg, Flex 30 kg, Flex Plus 35 kg; Premium Economy 35 kg; Business 40 kg; First 50 kg (weight concept — split across bags, none over 32 kg). Boarding from India you may carry only ONE cabin piece, max 7 kg in Economy. Excess is USD 15 per kg at the airport; buying online saves 50–60%.
What is the Emirates cabin (hand) baggage size limit in cm?
Carry-on max 55 × 38 × 22 cm. Boarding from India: only ONE cabin piece is allowed, max 115 cm total — Business/First passengers ex-India effectively consolidate. Briefcase max 45 × 35 × 20 cm. The cabin baggage weight limit is Economy 7 kg (1 piece) • Premium Economy 10 kg • Business/First 7 kg carry-on + 7 kg briefcase or garment bag. Size limits are checked at the gate — an oversized bag is moved to the hold and can attract a fee, so measure your trolley bag (wheels and handles included) before you fly. Confirm at https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/.
How do I add extra baggage on Emirates after booking, and how much does it cost?
You can add prepaid extra baggage any time after booking through Emirates's "Manage Booking" on https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/, or from HappyFares My Trips — buying it online is about 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. India–Dubai excess at the airport: USD 15 per kg (Middle East–South Asia zone); India–Europe/Far East USD 25/kg; India–Australia USD 40/kg. Pre-purchasing online gives 50–60% off, sold in 5 kg blocks up to 50 kg, until 4 hours before departure. USA routes (piece): extra piece USD 225 at the airport (50% off online for the first), overweight or oversize USD 75 each. Emirates does not publish INR rates. Add it before the online cut-off (usually a few hours before departure); after that you pay the higher per-kg rate at check-in.
What is the maximum weight for a single checked bag on Emirates?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg on Emirates — a fixed baggage-handler safety limit that applies on virtually every airline. If your free allowance is higher, split it across two or more pieces, each 32 kg or under. A bag over your free limit but under 32 kg is accepted on payment of excess; a single piece over 32 kg is refused at check-in and must travel as cargo. Confirm piece rules at https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/.
Can I carry a power bank in Emirates cabin baggage?
Yes — power banks are allowed ONLY in cabin baggage (never checked-in). Per DGCA's 11-November-2025 advisory, you may carry up to 2 power banks per passenger. Each must be ≤100 Wh for unrestricted carriage; 100-160 Wh requires airline approval; >160 Wh is banned. Store them in your seat pocket or under-seat personal item — NOT in overhead bins. In-flight use is banned, including charging from aircraft USB ports. A 20,000 mAh / 3.7V power bank equals 74 Wh, so it's permitted.
How many liquids can I carry in Emirates hand baggage?
Per BCAS rules, each liquid container must be 100ml or less, all containers combined fit in one transparent 1-litre resealable bag, and one bag per passenger. This applies to water, perfume, shampoo, gel, toothpaste, and cosmetics. Exceptions: baby food/milk in reasonable quantities; prescription medicine with prescription; duty-free liquids in a Sealed Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB) with receipt. Water bottles bought after security are allowed onboard.
Are keys allowed in hand luggage on Emirates?
Yes — house and car keys are allowed in both cabin (hand) baggage and checked baggage on Emirates and all Indian flights; they are not a restricted item. The only exception is a keychain multi-tool or keyring with a blade or sharp point longer than 6 cm, which must go in checked baggage, not the cabin.
What items are not allowed in Emirates hand (cabin) baggage?
Prohibited in cabin baggage on Indian flights (per BCAS): sharp objects with a blade or point over 6 cm (knives, scissors, box cutters), tools such as screwdrivers, hammers and wrenches, sporting bats and cue sticks, firearms and ammunition, flammable liquids and aerosols, and most lighters and matchboxes. Power banks are cabin-only (never checked-in); liquids must follow the 100 ml rule. When in doubt, pack the item in checked baggage — confirm the current list at https://www.emirates.com/english/before-you-fly/baggage/.