Buy Pet Carriers Online in India: Soft Bags, Backpacks and IATA Approved Boxes

A good pet carrier keeps your dog or cat secure at the vet, in the car, on a train and at the airport. Supertails stocks pet carriers online from ₹999, including soft carrier bags, expandable duffles, cat backpacks and hard IATA style boxes from Savic, Trixie, M Pets, Skatrs, Truelove and Barkbutler x Fofos. Looking for one pet only? Browse dog carriers or cat carriers. Every size and weight band is explained below, so you can pick the right airline approved pet carrier or an everyday bag with confidence. Prices were checked on 2 November 2026.

Types of Pet Carriers: Soft Bags, Backpacks, Duffles and Hard Boxes

Pick the format by how you travel, then match the size to your pet's weight and length.

Soft Carrier Bags and Expandable Duffles

Soft pet carrier bags suit vet visits, train rides and short trips. The Skatrs Foldable Expandable Pet Travel Carrier Bag (₹2,599) folds flat after the trip, the Zoivane Carrier Bag Pack (₹1,444) is the lightest budget pick, and the Truelove 1 Side Expandable Duffle (₹2,925) opens out at rest stops. For a small dog on a daily commute, see dog carrier backpacks.

Cat Backpacks and Space Capsule Carriers

A cat carrier backpack keeps your hands free in a market or on stairs. The Skatrs Astronaut Space Capsule Carrier Backpack (₹999) offers a clear view, and the Skatrs Breathable Cat Backpack (₹1,999) is foldable and ventilated. Backpacks suit short city trips; check the airline rules below before flying with one.

Hard Shell and IATA Style Carriers

Hard IATA approved pet carriers like the Savic Trotter 1 (₹2,451), Trixie Capri 3 (₹2,905) and M Pets Viaggio (from ₹2,209) protect your pet in a car and in the cargo hold. The Trixie Capri 3 Open Top (₹5,949) opens from the top for easier vet exams. For small dogs on the back seat, the Barkbutler x Fofos Car Seat Carrier (₹3,780) is made for car trips. For very large dogs, the Savic Andes range (₹15,300 to ₹25,500) and crates and carriers are the better fit.

Airline Approved Pet Carriers in India: Cabin Rules, IATA and Train Travel

Air India and Akasa Air Cabin Rules for Pet Carriers

As read on 2 November 2026, Air India allows a pet in the cabin only if pet and carrier together weigh 10 kg or less, in a soft kennel of about 17 x 10 x 9 inches with no wheels. Akasa Air allows pets up to 10 kg in a container up to 19 x 12.6 x 10 inches, and its page does not say whether the carrier counts. Both need advance booking and a vet health certificate. Rules change, so check before you buy. Our flying with pets guide covers the full checklist.

What Does IATA Approved Really Mean?

IATA does not certify individual carriers. It sets container requirements that airlines apply: ventilation on all four sides, a leak-proof floor, secure latches, and room to stand, turn and lie down. "IATA approved" on a listing means built to those rules, and the airline still decides on the day. Browse IATA approved carriers for hard boxes built for hold travel.

Soft or Hard Carrier for Flying?

Under the seat, a soft bag within the airline's size limit is the usual choice. A hard box such as the Savic Trotter 2 (22 x 13 x 15 inches, ₹3,528) is longer than Air India's cabin limit, so it suits the hold or the car. Short-nosed breeds such as a Pug or Shih Tzu need a container about 10% larger, as IATA advises.

Pet Carriers for Train Travel

Indian Railways allows dogs and cats on trains only in limited classes, generally AC First Class with the whole coupe or cabin booked, or in the luggage van. A collapsible soft carrier is handy inside the coupe. Read our train travel guide and confirm with IRCTC before you book.

Pet Carrier Size Guide: How to Pick by Weight, Breed and Cabin Limit

How to Measure Your Dog or Cat for a Carrier

Measure from the neck to the base of the tail, and from the floor to the shoulders. Add a few centimetres to the length and height, a little more for a hard box. If you are between sizes, pick the larger one, since listed dimensions are often external.

Pet Carrier Size by Weight

This is a rule of thumb, not a product limit. Always check the weight and dimensions on each product page.

Best Pet Carrier for a 10 kg Dog

A 10 kg dog is too heavy for most cabin limits once the carrier is included, so choose a hard box whose product page states a weight limit above 10 kg for car travel and hold flights. Start with the Trixie Capri 3 and Savic Trotter 2 pages and check their limits. For short walks and vet visits, a sturdy bag or backpack with a rigid base works if the label shows a matching weight limit.

Top-Selling Pet Carriers on Supertails: Prices and Quick Picks

Prices were checked on 2 November 2026 and change with offers. Backpacks and soft bags start at ₹999, IATA style hard carriers sit between about ₹2,450 and ₹6,000, and large kennels go beyond ₹15,000. Some products have several sizes, and the price shown is the first size listed.

How to Choose the Right Pet Carrier: A Buyer's Guide

By Use: Vet Visits, Car, Train or Flight?

For vet visits, pick a carrier with a top or side opening so your pet is not lifted out. For the car, belt the carrier into the back seat or use a car seat carrier, and pair it with a dog harness or cat harness for rest stops. For flights, follow the airline limits above. Our car safety tips help a nervous passenger settle.

By Temperament: Nervous or First-Time Travellers

Leave the carrier open at home for a week with a blanket and treats inside. Our guides on the cat carrier conundrum, carriers for kittens and how to calm a nervous pet during travel help. Browse calming products for dogs and cats and ask a vet through an online vet consultation before giving any calming product. Never sedate a pet for a flight on your own.

By Material and Safety: What to Check Before You Buy

Look for mesh on at least two sides, zips or latches your pet cannot open, a firm base and sturdy straps. Wash bags after every trip, and line the base with a familiar blanket or cat bedding.

By Budget: Under ₹1,500, ₹1,500 to ₹3,500 and Premium

Carriers on Supertails start at ₹999. Under ₹1,500: the Skatrs Astronaut Capsule Backpack (₹999), Skatrs Front Pocket Backpack (₹1,299) and Zoivane Carrier Bag (₹1,444). From ₹1,500 to ₹3,500: Savic Trotter 1 (₹2,451), Trixie Capri 2 (from ₹2,205), Skatrs Foldable Bag (₹2,599) and Truelove Duffle (₹2,925). Premium: Savic Trotter 3 (from ₹4,633), Trixie Holly (₹5,228) and Trixie Capri 3 Open Top (₹5,949).

Why India's Pet Parents Trust Supertails for Pet Carriers

Supertails lists the brand, size and variant on every product page, and carriers come from authorised brands. Orders ship free above ₹699, with 30-minute delivery in Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru on eligible pin codes. Read the shipping policy and return policy before you order, and add your pet's usual dog food or cat food and tick and flea protection to the same cart. Bengaluru pet parents can book a pre-travel check-up at a Supertails clinic. Shop pet carriers on Supertails today because your pet's comfort deserves nothing less. Explore the full range →

You have thought about the trip and your pet's comfort. Order a pet carrier on Supertails now and get it in 30 minutes in Bengaluru, Delhi and Mumbai, or free delivery above ₹699 elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Size Pet Carrier Do I Need for My Dog?

Measure your dog from the neck to the base of the tail and from the floor to the shoulders, then add a few centimetres to each number so your dog can stand, turn around and lie down. If you are between sizes, choose the larger one. Check the weight limit and inside dimensions on the product page, because brands often list outside measurements.

What Is the Maximum Size of a Pet Carrier Allowed on Airlines in India?

It depends on the airline. As read on 2 November 2026, Air India allows a soft kennel of about 17 x 10 x 9 inches, with pet and carrier together up to 10 kg. Akasa Air allows a container up to 19 x 12.6 x 10 inches for pets up to 10 kg. Rules change, so confirm on the airline's own page before buying.

Which Is the Best Carrier Bag for a 10 kg Dog?

A 10 kg dog needs a carrier with a stated weight limit above 10 kg, a firm base and wide ventilation. Start with the Trixie Capri 3 and Savic Trotter 2 product pages and check their limits, since hard boxes suit car trips and hold flights. For short walks, choose a backpack or bag with a rigid base that lists a matching weight limit on its product page.

Which Pet Carriers Can I Buy Under ₹1,500?

Three carriers on this page cost under ₹1,500: the Skatrs Astronaut Space Capsule Carrier Backpack (₹999), the Skatrs Carrier Backpack with Front Pocket (₹1,299) and the Zoivane Carrier Bag Pack (₹1,444). They suit cats, kittens and very small dogs on short trips. Prices change with offers, so check the product page for today's price. Compare their size and weight limits before you choose.

Is a Backpack Carrier Allowed on a Flight in India?

Airlines specify a soft kennel that fits under the seat and do not name backpacks, so acceptance depends on size and the airline's check on the day. Air India lists a soft kennel of about 17 x 10 x 9 inches. Measure the backpack, confirm with your airline in writing, and carry the booking confirmation to the airport. A pet that sits comfortably without bulging sides is more likely to be accepted.

How Do I Get My Cat to Use a Carrier Without Stress?

Leave the carrier open in a quiet room for a week, with a familiar blanket and a few treats inside. Let your cat go in and out on its own, then close the door for a minute and build up. Cover part of the carrier during travel. If your cat panics every time, ask your vet for advice. Praise calm behaviour and keep early trips short.

Can I Take My Dog or Cat on a Train in India?

Generally yes, but only in limited classes. Indian Railways rules and recent reports point to AC First Class with the whole coupe or cabin booked, or the luggage van, and not in sleeper, AC chair car or other AC classes. Rules and fees can change, so confirm with IRCTC or the parcel office before you book. Carry your pet's vaccination records.

Does IATA Approved Mean Every Airline Will Accept the Carrier?

No. IATA does not certify individual carriers, and "IATA approved" on a listing means the carrier is built to IATA container requirements. Each airline sets its own size and weight limits, and staff check the carrier on the day. Measure the carrier against your airline's limits, and keep your pet's health certificate with you. Check the carrier's ventilation and latches before you leave.

Does Supertails Deliver Pet Carriers the Same Day?

In Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru, eligible pin codes get delivery in about 30 minutes, depending on stock and your address. Orders above ₹699 ship free. Elsewhere, delivery time depends on your pin code, and the estimate appears at checkout. Order a few days before a flight so you can test the fit at home. Popular sizes can sell out, so add the carrier to your cart early.

Can I Return a Pet Carrier If It Does Not Fit?

Returns follow the Supertails return policy, so read it before you order, since conditions can apply to used or opened products. To avoid a return, check the inside dimensions and weight limit on the product page against your pet's measurements. If you are unsure which size fits, ask Supertails support or book an online vet consultation. Keep the packaging until you have tested the fit at home.