Star Air Baggage Allowance Summary
Last verified: 13 June 2026 · Official policy: https://www.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo
| Baggage type | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic checked baggage | STAR Regular 15 kg • STAR Comfort 20 kg • Business 20 kg (1 piece) | Star Air domestic free check-in baggage by fare brand (official Fares & Rules, policy effective 1 Jan 2025): STAR Regular 15 kg, STAR Comfort 20 kg, Business (Regular and Flexi) 20 kg — one piece, max dimensions 55 × 35 × 40 cm. Note: Star Air's own pages disagree on STAR Flexi (15 kg in the Conditions of Carriage vs 20 kg on the fares page) — the fare rule shown on your ticket is binding. Star Air flies Embraer E175/E145 regional jets. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | 7 kg (1 piece, including laptop) — no additional hand bag | Dimensions: One hand bag up to 7 kg including the laptop. Max dimensions 38 × 15 × 40 cm on the smaller E145 and 56 × 23 × 36 cm on the E175 — regional-jet bins are tighter than mainline aircraft. Ladies' purse, reading material and infant feed are permitted in addition. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | ₹600 per kg at the airport; ₹550 per kg if pre-booked online (slabs: 5 kg ₹2,750 · 10 kg ₹5,500 · 20 kg ₹11,000 · 30 kg ₹16,500). Pre-booked excess is non-refundable; purchase up to 2 hours before departure. |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | See details | Star Air does not publish a separate free baggage allowance for lap infants — infant feed and a carrying basket are permitted in the cabin. Infant fee: ₹1,750 Economy / ₹3,500 Business (taxes extra). |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | Special baggage (including LCD/LED TVs) carries a ₹1,000 handling charge at check-in plus standard excess-baggage charges on the weight. E-cigarettes are not permitted in checked baggage; power banks must travel in hand baggage. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Air's checked baggage allowance for domestic flights?
STAR Regular 15 kg • STAR Comfort 20 kg • Business 20 kg (1 piece). Star Air domestic free check-in baggage by fare brand (official Fares & Rules, policy effective 1 Jan 2025): STAR Regular 15 kg, STAR Comfort 20 kg, Business (Regular and Flexi) 20 kg — one piece, max dimensions 55 × 35 × 40 cm. Note: Star Air's own pages disagree on STAR Flexi (15 kg in the Conditions of Carriage vs 20 kg on the fares page) — the fare rule shown on your ticket is binding. Star Air flies Embraer E175/E145 regional jets. Always confirm at https://www.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo before flying.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Star Air?
7 kg (1 piece, including laptop) — no additional hand bag. Dimensions: One hand bag up to 7 kg including the laptop. Max dimensions 38 × 15 × 40 cm on the smaller E145 and 56 × 23 × 36 cm on the E175 — regional-jet bins are tighter than mainline aircraft. Ladies' purse, reading material and infant feed are permitted in addition. Always verify your specific allowance on https://www.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo before flying — airlines can change these limits without prior notice.
What are Star Air's excess baggage charges?
₹600 per kg at the airport; ₹550 per kg if pre-booked online (slabs: 5 kg ₹2,750 · 10 kg ₹5,500 · 20 kg ₹11,000 · 30 kg ₹16,500). Pre-booked excess is non-refundable; purchase up to 2 hours before departure. Excess baggage rates change frequently — confirm the current rate on https://www.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo. 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 Star Air's baggage allowance for infants?
Star Air does not publish a separate free baggage allowance for lap infants — infant feed and a carrying basket are permitted in the cabin. Infant fee: ₹1,750 Economy / ₹3,500 Business (taxes extra). Confirm current infant baggage policy at https://www.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo.
What about sports equipment and special items?
Special baggage (including LCD/LED TVs) carries a ₹1,000 handling charge at check-in plus standard excess-baggage charges on the weight. E-cigarettes are not permitted in checked baggage; power banks must travel in hand baggage.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Star Air?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Star Air 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.
What is the Star Air cabin (hand) baggage size limit in cm?
One hand bag up to 7 kg including the laptop. Max dimensions 38 × 15 × 40 cm on the smaller E145 and 56 × 23 × 36 cm on the E175 — regional-jet bins are tighter than mainline aircraft. Ladies' purse, reading material and infant feed are permitted in addition. The cabin baggage weight limit is 7 kg (1 piece, including laptop) — no additional hand 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.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo.
How do I add extra baggage on Star Air after booking, and how much does it cost?
You can add prepaid extra baggage any time after booking through Star Air's "Manage Booking" on https://www.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo, or from HappyFares My Trips — buying it online is about 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. ₹600 per kg at the airport; ₹550 per kg if pre-booked online (slabs: 5 kg ₹2,750 · 10 kg ₹5,500 · 20 kg ₹11,000 · 30 kg ₹16,500). Pre-booked excess is non-refundable; purchase up to 2 hours before departure. 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 Star Air?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg on Star Air — 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.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo.
Can I carry a power bank in Star Air 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 Star Air 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 Star Air?
Yes — house and car keys are allowed in both cabin (hand) baggage and checked baggage on Star Air 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 Star Air 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.starair.in/FaresAndRules/LuggageInfo.