Akasa Air crosses 10,000-pet milestone, reinforcing its commitment to safe, inclusive and reliable pet travel

Akasa Air has just celebrated a major milestone: more than 10,000 pets flown since the launch of its Pets on Akasa service in November 2022. This achievement highlights the airline’s growing reputation as India’s most pet-friendly carrier. Here are the key takeaways from the announcement:

Highlights of the Milestone
- Festive surge: October–December accounted for nearly 35% of annual pet journeys, with monthly volumes up 63% compared to other months.
- Popular routes: Bengaluru–Delhi–Bengaluru was the busiest, making up 13.66% of all pet travel.
- Pet mix: Of the 10,000 pets, 60% were dogs and 40% cats.
- In-cabin preference: A striking 93% of pets travelled in-cabin, showing parents’ desire to keep pets close.
- Repeat loyalty: One pet parent flew 26 times with his miniature poodle, Romeo, on the Mumbai–Goa route.

Service Enhancements
- Up to three pets per flight allowed.
- Increased in-cabin weight limit to 10 kg (including carrier).
- Simplified booking and more flexible health certification policies.
- Complimentary perks: pre-booked window seat, priority check-in, and boarding for pet parents.

Broader Impact
- Demand is strong not only in metros but also in Tier II and III cities, with Guwahati standing out as a popular route.
- Akasa has partnered with Umeed for Animals Foundation to ensure best practices in pet safety and comfort.
- The initiative reflects Akasa’s broader philosophy of building a warm, reliable, and inclusive flying experience.

This milestone underscores how pet travel is becoming mainstream in India, with airlines adapting to meet the evolving expectations of pet parents.