Duty free shops look glamorous. But are they actually cheaper? Sometimes yes, often no. Here's what's worth buying at Indian airports.
Worth Buying ✅
- 🥃 Liquor: 30-50% cheaper than retail. Best savings at duty free
- 💨 Perfumes: 20-30% savings on international brands
- 🍫 Chocolates: Toblerone, Lindt — 20-40% cheaper in bulk
- 🚬 Cigarettes: Significant tax savings (if applicable)
Skip These ❌
- 📱 Electronics: Usually same price or more expensive than online (Amazon/Flipkart)
- 👜 Fashion/Bags: Rarely discounted. Better deals during sales online
- 🧴 Cosmetics: Compare with Nykaa first — often same price
Allowance Limits
- 🇮🇳 Returning to India: ₹50,000 duty-free allowance per person
- 🥃 Liquor: 2 litres per person
- 🚬 Cigarettes: 100 sticks or 25 cigars