# India’s pet-first travel trend is gaining momentum as Air India and Uber expand pet-friendly services.

*business · news · 2026-04-11 · News18*

## Key points

- Air India now allows pets up to 10 kg in-cabin on Economy Class across 80+ routes.
- Air India reduced pet booking timelines from 72 to 48 hours before departure and offers priority check-in.
- Uber Pet has expanded to Delhi and Mumbai, offering both on-demand and Reserve pet-friendly rides.
- Uber partnered with Heads Up for Tails to offer ride discounts and in-store benefits for Uber Pet users.
- Air India transported over 8,000 pets in FY 2026, indicating significant growth in pet travel demand.

**Companies:** Uber, Air India
**Countries:** India

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