For families coping with sudden emotional weight of losing a loved one, the
thought of managing procedures across locations can feel overwhelming. Clarity is hard to find,
and support matters more than ever.
When a loved one passes away far from home, bringing
them back becomes a deeply personal need. Which is why RED.Health provides dedicated support for
dead body transport by air, ensuring that every step is handled with care,
precision, and humanity. This service refers to the official and medically supervised transfer
of the deceased by air cargo.
We work closely with airlines, consulates, health
authorities, and families to ensure every requirement is fulfilled. Right from hospital pickup
to destination airport handover, we take responsibility just so you can honour your loved one’s
memory.
To maintain compliance and respect public health laws, a few conditions are non-negotiable
when arranging air cargo for dead body transport:
While arranging deceased body transport by air, it helps to be aware of a
few important points:
For transporting human remains within India, the following documents are required:
Transporting human remains internationally is more involved due to airline, embassy, and
destination country requirements. The required documents include:
RED.Health provides human remains transport services across:
Charges for dead body transport by air depend on the city of departure, coffin and embalming
arrangements, and the distance from the hospital or home to the airport.
Within
India, costs may vary depending on:
To prevent avoidable issues during transport, certain restrictions must be kept in
mind:
Every family has the right to get closure when a loved one passes away. RED.Health is built
for timely coordination, secure approvals, and seamless handovers, making a difficult
process a little less uncertain.
We assign skilled professionals to each case who
manage documentation, confirm coffin sealing, and coordinate flight bookings. Our team
communicates directly with consulates, hospitals, and airport authorities so families are
not left chasing approvals or forms.
Our support team remains continuously reachable, ready to walk you through every step of dead
body transport by air with clarity and a sense of responsibility.
To begin the
process, simply:
How much do airlines charge for dead bodies?
Domestic air cargo charges vary based on location, distance from the airport, and services involved like embalming and coffin sealing. Charges are confirmed during booking based on verified documents and cargo handling requirements.
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Who transports dead bodies?
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