Air Hostess Salary in India

If you’re planning to join the aviation industry as a cabin crew member (air hostess), understanding the salary structure is the first step toward planning your career. This guide covers starting salary, airline-wise comparison, international pay, and monthly earning components.

Starting Salary of an Air Hostess in India

Freshers can expect a strong start in the aviation industry. Average starting salary: ₹40,000 – ₹60,000 per month

This depends on:

• Airline you join
• Base city (Mumbai, Delhi pay more)
• Domestic or mixed flights
• Training & interview performance

Most airlines offer: grooming allowance, flying-hour incentives, overnight allowances.

Salary Growth With Experience

Mid-Level Cabin Crew (3–8 Years)

Domestic Airlines: ₹50,000 – ₹80,000/month
International Airlines: ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000+/month

• Flying Hour Pay
• Layover Allowance
• Performance Bonuses
• International Allowances

Senior / Lead Cabin Crew (8+ Years Experience)

Domestic: ₹80,000 – ₹1,50,000+
International: ₹2,00,000 – ₹3,50,000+

Positions like Trainer, Purser, and In-Flight Manager earn higher allowances.

Airline-Wise Salary Comparison (India)

Airline	Fresher Salary	Experienced	Lead Crew
IndiGo	₹30,000 – ₹50,000	₹50,000 – ₹60,000	₹60,000+
Air India	₹40,000 – ₹55,000	₹55,000 – ₹65,000	₹65,000 – ₹75,000+
SpiceJet	₹28,000 – ₹45,000	₹45,000 – ₹55,000	₹55,000 – ₹70,000
Vistara	₹35,000 – ₹45,000	₹45,000 – ₹60,000	₹60,000 – ₹70,000+

International Airline Salary Comparison

Airline	Fresher Salary / Month	Senior Salary / Month
Emirates	₹1,50,000 – ₹2,00,000	₹2,70,000 – ₹3,50,000+
Qatar Airways	₹1,40,000 – ₹1,80,000	₹2,70,000 – ₹3,20,000+
Etihad Airways	₹1,60,000 – ₹2,10,000	₹2,80,000 – ₹3,40,000+
Singapore Airlines	₹1,80,000 – ₹2,20,000	₹3,00,000 – ₹3,50,000+

International crew also receive free accommodation, transport, layover pay, and sometimes tax-free salary.

What Adds to an Air Hostess’s Monthly Salary?

• Flying Allowance
• Layover / Per Diem
• Bonuses & Incentives
• Medical & Insurance
• Training Allowances

Real Salary Growth Timeline

Experience	Estimated Salary Range
0–1 Year	₹25,000 – ₹40,000
2–4 Years	₹50,000 – ₹75,000
5–8 Years	₹75,000 – ₹1,20,000
8+ Years	₹1,20,000 – ₹3,50,000+