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Whether you're a first-time flyer or a frequent traveller, having a packing checklist ensures nothing is left behind. Here's the complete guide for Indian domestic flights.
Essential Documents (Cabin Baggage)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Government photo ID - €™ - €š - Aadhaar, Passport, PAN, DL, Voter ID
- - €™ - € - ¦ Boarding pass - €™ - €š - digital (airline app) or printed
- - €™ - € - ¦ Ticket confirmation - €™ - €š - email or SMS for reference
- - €™ - € - ¦ DigiYatra app - €™ - €š - for contactless airport entry (optional but recommended)
Cabin Baggage Checklist
- - €™ - € - ¦ Wallet, cash, cards
- - €™ - € - ¦ Phone + charger + power bank (max 100Wh)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Earphones/AirPods
- - €™ - € - ¦ Laptop/tablet (if needed)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Medications with prescription
- - €™ - € - ¦ Water bottle (empty - €™ - €š - fill after security)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Snacks (dry snacks allowed)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Hand sanitizer (max 350ml)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Eye mask and neck pillow (for long flights)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Reading material / download Netflix shows
Cabin Baggage Rules
| Airline | Cabin Baggage | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 1 bag + 1 personal item | 7 kg total |
| Air India | 1 bag + 1 personal item | 8 kg total |
| SpiceJet | 1 bag + 1 personal item | 7 kg total |
| Akasa Air | 1 bag + 1 personal item | 7 kg total |
Check-In Baggage Checklist
- - €™ - € - ¦ Clothes and shoes
- - €™ - € - ¦ Toiletries in a pouch
- - €™ - € - ¦ Full-size liquids (shampoo, perfume, etc.)
- - €™ - € - ¦ Gifts and souvenirs
- - €™ - € - ¦ Extra chargers and cables
- - €™ - € - ¦ Rain gear (if travelling during monsoon)
Prohibited Items - €™ - €š - Do NOT Pack These
Not Allowed in Cabin (Carry-on):
- - €™ - €š Liquids over 100ml (each container) - €™ - €š - put in check-in
- - €™ - €š Sharp objects (scissors, knives, nail cutters with blade)
- - €™ - €š Flammable items
- - €™ - €š Lighters (1 disposable lighter in pocket allowed)
Not Allowed at All (Cabin or Check-in):
- - €™ - €š Explosives, fireworks, crackers
- - €™ - €š Compressed gas cylinders (except small CO2 in life jacket)
- - €™ - €š Toxic chemicals
- - €™ - €š Lithium batteries over 160Wh
Smart Packing Tips
- Roll, don't fold - €™ - €š - saves space and reduces wrinkles
- Wear heavy items - €™ - €š - jacket, boots on the flight to save baggage weight
- Carry a foldable bag - €™ - €š - for shopping at destination
- Label your bags - €™ - €š - name, phone number, and address tag
- Pack valuables in cabin - €™ - €š - laptop, jewellery, medicines in carry-on
- Use packing cubes - €™ - €š - organize by category for easy access
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