I sorted every carrier by whether they'd take a four-legged passenger, and IndiGo landed in the strictest column of my spreadsheet: no dogs in the cabin, full stop. Luna would file a formal complaint if I tried this route. When an airline shuts one door, it usually shuts the rest, so read the details below before you assume any workaround exists. Preparation beats disappointment at the gate every single time.
IndiGo's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How IndiGo handles your pet
NO_PETS_CONFIRMED: cabin=no, hold=no, cargo=no. IndiGo does NOT accept pets as cabin baggage, checked baggage, or cargo. Live animals including dogs and cats are not permitted on any IndiGo flight. Only registered guide dogs / assistance dogs are allowed in the cabin with prior approval and documentation.
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
In the cabin Not accepted
In the hold / cargo Not accepted
Cabin policy
Hold & cargo policy
Service & assistance animals
In the cabin Not accepted
In the hold / cargo Not accepted
Cabin policy
Hold & cargo policy
Health & documents
Frequently asked
- What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
- If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.
- What happens if I forget a document?
- At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.
The numbers here are unambiguous, and unambiguous is my favorite kind of number. When a carrier says no across the board, your energy is better spent comparing airlines that actually welcome your dog. Feed your exact route, dates, and pet details into Pawgo's plan-builder and let it assemble a personalized plan around carriers that will fly you both. A good plan turns a hard no into a clear next step you can book with confidence.
Glossary
- ISO chip
- ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
- FAVN
- Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
- Brachycephalic
- Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
- AVIH
- Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.