Dead body transportation by air cargo in India

Dead Body Transportation by Air Cargo in India is a sensitive yet essential service that allows families to bring their loved ones home with dignity, irrespective of distance. When a death occurs away from the hometown or outside the country, air cargo becomes the fastest, safest, and most reliable option for transporting mortal remains.

However, the process involves multiple formalities such as documentation, embalming, coffin sealing, airline approvals, and airport clearances, which can be overwhelming during a time of grief. This is where professional support becomes crucial.

VMEDO simplifies dead body transportation by air in India by managing end-to-end arrangements — from hospital formalities and police NOCs to airline coordination and final delivery — ensuring a respectful, hassle-free, and timely transfer. Our services are available 24/7 across India and internationally.

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What Is Dead Body Transportation by Air Cargo?

Dead Body Transportation by Air Cargo refers to transporting the mortal remains of a deceased person from one city, state, or country to another via aircraft. This method is preferred when:

• The distance is too long for road or train transport

• Time is critical

• International repatriation is required

The body is embalmed, placed in an airtight sealed coffin, and booked as “Human Remains Cargo” on a commercial or cargo flight, strictly following airline and government regulations.

Common Situations Where Air Cargo Is Used

• Death during travel or work in another city or country

• Repatriation of expatriates or NRIs

• Performing last rites in the hometown

• Medical tourists who pass away during treatment

• Accidents or disasters in remote locations

When Is Air Transport of Dead Bodies Required?

• Death occurs in a different city or state

• Death happens abroad and the body needs repatriation to India

• Accidents, disasters, or emergency situations

• Medical tourists or foreign nationals passing away in India

• Urgent transportation due to climatic or logistical constraints

How to Transport a Dead Body by Plane Within India – Step-by-Step Process

1. Obtain Death Certificate & Hospital Clearance

Get the death certificate issued by the hospital or attending doctor.
Ensure it includes:

• Name, age, gender

• Date & cause of death

• Address & identification marks

• Doctor’s signature, seal, and registration number

✔ Always request an English version to avoid airline or airport delays
✔ Keep at least 10 photocopies

For unnatural deaths:

• Post-mortem report

• FIR copy

2. Arrange Mortuary Storage

If flight availability is delayed:

• Use hospital mortuary or

• Book a government/private mortuary

Transport the body using a mortuary ambulance with freezer box.

3. Obtain Police NOC

Get a No Objection Certificate from the local police station.
Mandatory in cases of:

• Unnatural death

• Death outside hospital premises

4. Embalming & Embalming Certificate

Embalming is mandatory for air transport to prevent decomposition.

• Get embalming done at an authorized center

• Obtain signed and sealed embalming certificate

5. Coffin Box & Coffin Certificate

• Place the embalmed body in a new, sealed coffin box

• Obtain a coffin box certificate from the undertaker

6. Documents Required for Air Cargo Clearance

Keep 10 copies of the following:

• Death certificate

• Police NOC

• Post-mortem report (if applicable)

• Embalming certificate

• Coffin box certificate

• Deceased’s photo & ID proof

• Receiver’s contact details

7. Transport Body to Airport

Use a mortuary ambulance to transfer the coffin to the airport cargo terminal.

8. Book Air Cargo Ticket

• Not all airlines accept human remains

• Booking is usually done in person at the cargo terminal

• Report at least 3 hours before departure

• Can be booked with or without an attendant

For unattended transport, receiver details are mandatory.

Why Choose VMEDO for Dead Body Transportation by Air?

• End-to-end coordination

• Dedicated case executive

• Fast documentation & approvals

• Domestic & international repatriation

• Compassionate, professional handling

VMEDO Helpline: +91-9343-180000

Cost of Dead Body Transportation by Air in India

Cost Depends On:

• City & distance

• Weight of the body

• Type of coffin

• Airline charges

• Urgency

Time Required for Dead Body Transportation by Flight in India

Typically, 1–2 days, depending on:

• Time to obtain death certificate

• Post-mortem requirement

• Availability of embalming centers

• Flight & cargo availability

Types of Air Transport for Human Remains

1. Commercial Airlines (Cargo)

• Most common & economical

• Transported as air cargo

2. Chartered Air Ambulance

• Fastest & private

• Used for urgent or remote cases

• Higher cost

Airlines in India That Allow Human Remains as Cargo

Route availability may vary.

Cities Where VMEDO Provides Dead Body Air Transport Services

• Bangalore

• Delhi

• Mumbai

• Chennai

• Hyderabad

• Pune

• Ahmedabad

• Kolkata