Shanghai Airlines Pet Travel Policy

Last updated: April 21, 2026

No cabin Cargo OK Snub-nosed banned Max 8.0 kg
Shanghai Airlines does not allow pets in the cabin but offers cargo transport. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cabin and cargo. A health certificate is required, valid for 10 days. Get your personalized travel plan at Pawgo.

Cabin Pet Policy

Shanghai Airlines does not allow pets in cabin.

AllowedNo
Brachycephalic breeds bannedYes
Min age (weeks)8
Health certificate requiredYes
Health cert validity (days)10
Advance booking requiredYes
Booking methodUnknown
Fee (one-way)0
Sedation allowedNo
Max carrier length (cm)45.7
Max carrier width (cm)27.9
Max carrier height (cm)27.9
Max combined weight (kg)8.0
Soft-sided carrierYes
Hard-sided carrierUnknown

Cargo Pet Policy

Shanghai Airlines accepts pets in cargo. Pets must be at least 10 weeks old, brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds are not allowed, advance booking is required.

AllowedYes
Brachycephalic breeds bannedYes
Min age (weeks)10
Health certificate requiredYes
Health cert validity (days)10
Advance booking requiredYes
Booking methodUnknown
Fee (one-way)Unknown
Sedation allowedNo
Max carrier length (cm)Unknown
Max carrier width (cm)Unknown
Max carrier height (cm)Unknown
Max combined weight (kg)Unknown
Soft-sided carrierNo
Hard-sided carrierYes

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Shanghai Airlines?
Does Shanghai Airlines allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
What are the pet carrier size limits for Shanghai Airlines?
Does Shanghai Airlines require a health certificate for pets?
Can I ship my dog as cargo on Shanghai Airlines?