Air India Express Pet Policy
Quick answer: Air India Express carries pets primarily as cargo/checked in the hold rather than in the cabin, on eligible routes, subject to aircraft type and destination-country import rules (important on Gulf and Southeast Asia sectors). Carry vaccination and health certificates and confirm current eligibility, fees and paperwork on airindiaexpress.com before booking.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · summarised from the official Air India Express policy and DGCA passenger-rights rules. Fees and rules change — always confirm on airindiaexpress.com before booking.
Cargo-first carriage
Pets generally travel as cargo or checked in a ventilated, temperature-appropriate hold on eligible routes, rather than in the cabin.
Country rules
International sectors (Gulf, Southeast Asia) have strict destination-country import and quarantine rules — research these well in advance, as they can require permits and specific vaccinations.
Documents & booking
Carry current vaccination records and a veterinary health certificate, book in advance, and confirm the latest policy and fees on airindiaexpress.com.
Air India Express pet policy — FAQ
Does Air India Express allow pets in the cabin?
Pets are generally carried as cargo/hold rather than in the cabin — confirm current eligibility on airindiaexpress.com.
Can I fly a pet to the Gulf on Air India Express?
On eligible routes, as cargo, subject to strict destination-country import rules — research permits and vaccinations well in advance.
What documents are needed for a pet on Air India Express?
Vaccination records, a veterinary health certificate, and any destination-country import paperwork for international travel.
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