Flying with a French Bulldog in China means knowing the rules before you book, not after. 9 Air does allow dogs in the cabin — that's the good news. The less-obvious part? Getting that cabin spot confirmed takes a phone call, not a click. Here's what nobody tells you until you're already at the airport holding a confused dog and a ticket that says nothing about pets.
9 Air's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How 9 Air handles your pet
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Hover the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
In the cabin Accepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted Accepted“Applications to bring pets into the cabin will not be accepted from unaccompanied minors traveling alone, unaccompanied minors, elderly passengers (specifically passengers aged 70 and above), disabled passengers,…”
One-way fee1299 CNY“Pets are charged 1299 RMB per flight, per pet (subject to compliance with a ughout the duration of the trip.”
Advance booking notice24 hours“t Reservations Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour b t Reservations Passengers must apply for in-cabin…”
Advance booking required Yes“Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour booking hotline.”
Booking methodbooking hotline“Pet Reservations Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour booking hotline”
Banned destinations Yes“Applications to bring pets into the cabin will not be accepted from unaccompanied minors traveling alone, unaccompanied minors, elderly passengers (specifically passengers aged 70 and above), disabled passengers,…”
Advance notice hours24 hours“Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour booking hotline.”
Hold & cargo policy
Hold: Crate must have/beIATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label“Pet carriers must comply with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Live Animal Regulations Pet carriers must comply with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Live Animal Regulations”
In the cabin Accepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted Accepted“Applications to bring pets into the cabin will not be accepted from unaccompanied minors traveling alone, unaccompanied minors, elderly passengers (specifically passengers aged 70 and above), disabled passengers,…”
One-way fee1299 CNY“Pets are charged 1299 RMB per flight, per pet (subject to compliance with a ughout the duration of the trip.”
Advance booking notice24 hours“t Reservations Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour b t Reservations Passengers must apply for in-cabin…”
Advance booking required Yes“Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour booking hotline.”
Booking methodbooking hotline“Pet Reservations Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour booking hotline”
Banned destinations Yes“Applications to bring pets into the cabin will not be accepted from unaccompanied minors traveling alone, unaccompanied minors, elderly passengers (specifically passengers aged 70 and above), disabled passengers,…”
Advance notice hours24 hours“Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour booking hotline.”
Hold & cargo policy
Hold: Advance booking notice24 hours“Pet Reservations Passengers must apply for in-cabin pet transportation at least 24 hours before flight departure through 9 Air's 24-hour booking hotline.”
Hold: Crate must have/beabsorbent liner, live-animal label“The bottom of the pet carrier must be lined with absorbent padding (such as a diaper pad or blanket) to prevent pet excrement from spilling and contaminating the surface The bottom of the pet carrier must be lined with…”
9 Air requires pet reservations at least 24 hours before departure — and the only channel is their 24-hour booking hotline. No online form, no airport counter option. Call ahead, confirm the slot, and get a reference number. Last-minute requests get refused at check-in. The 24-hour window is firm; a weekend or holiday departure does not extend the deadline.
Frequently asked
- How much does it cost to fly a pet on 9 Air?
- On flights within Metropolitan France, 9 Air charges from 1299 CNY in the cabin, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary.
- What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
- If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.
- What happens if I forget a document?
- At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.
The cabin pet fee on 9 Air is 1299 CNY (about 180 USD) per flight, per pet. That rate applies each direction, so a return trip costs 2598 CNY total. The charge is collected at check-in, not at booking. Budget for this separately — the ticket price shown online does not include it.
9 Air is a workable option if you lock in the reservation call early and come prepared with the fee in cash or card. Mochi and I have learned that every airline has its own twist on the same rules — and missing one detail can unravel the whole trip. Use Pawgo's plan-builder to pull together a personalized plan that covers every requirement before you even open the booking tab.
Glossary
- ISO chip
- ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
- FAVN
- Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
- Brachycephalic
- Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
- AVIH
- Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.