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Air Astana allows dogs and cats in the cabin (max 8 kg with carrier) and in cargo. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cargo. A health certificate is required.
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedRequirements for Carrying Pets in the Aircraft Cabin Transporting pets (cats or dogs) in the aircraft cabin is allowed, but it must comply with specific airline rules. Passengers must be familiar with these conditions… verified 2026-08-13 Minimum age 8 weeks …for a pet to fly? The age of puppies and cats allowed for transportation in Kazakhstan starts from 8 weeks. The age of pets allowed for transportation abroad starts from 3 months. verified 2026-08-03 Advance booking notice 24 hours …check the following: - Make a reservation and confirm service for your pet with the airline no less than 24 hours before your departure, you should not bring your pets at check-in without it; - The possibility of… verified 2026-08-13 Advance booking required ✓ JaRequest Help centre For example: Baggage , Check-in Animal transportation Carriage of pets Passengers are allowed to carry certain animals (cats, dogs, turtles) in compliance with the requirements of the airline and the… verified 2026-08-28 Max pets per passenger 1 Container Size and Weight: - For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. - The total weight of the pet and container must not exceed 8 kg. - Only one pet per… verified 2026-08-13 Advance notice hours 24 hours A special request is required at least 24 hours before departure. verified 2026-07-14 Aircraft restrictions ✗ JaPet transportation restrictions Aircraft Type In the Cabin In the Cargo Hold All types of aircraft* 1 pet in business class 4 pets in economy class 2 pets * Except for A321 EI-KDI Important information for international… verified 2026-08-02 Carrier size 30 × 47 × 27 cm …Size and Weight: - For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. - The total weight of the pet and container must not exceed 8 kg. - Only one pet per passenger is… verified 2026-08-02 Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg …dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. - The total weight of the pet and container must not exceed 8 kg. - Only one pet per passenger is allowed in the cabin. 2. verified 2026-08-13 Crate must have/be ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrier …Size and Weight: - For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. - The total weight of the pet and container must not exceed 8 kg. - Only one pet per passenger is… verified 2026-08-02 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets are welcome to travel in the cabin or as checked baggage on select flights verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaTransport of brachycephalic animals For safety and animal welfare reasons, transport of brachycephalic breeds (short-nosed dogs and cats) in the aircraft cargo hold is not permitted. verified 2026-08-24 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks Rabies vaccination (administered at the age of 12 weeks or older on the day of vaccination, with a waiting period of 21 days from the date of the first rabies… verified 2026-07-26 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaTo obtain a transportation permit, it is mandatory: the presence of an animal's passport; veterinary certificate (must be obtained from veterinary supervision); the presence of a tattoo or microchip to identify him;… verified 2026-08-03 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 50 kg Pets in Checked Baggage Animals who exceed the weight restrictions to travel in the cabin can travel as checked baggage if the combined weight of the pet and carrier is less than 110 lbs (50 kg). verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrier Heavier animals must be transported in separate containers. 2. Container Requirements: - The container must be sturdy, have a leak-proof bottom, and include ventilation and feeding openings. verified 2026-08-06 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedImporting and exporting pets as luggage is prohibited in some countries, such as India, Great Britain, Ireland, South Africa, and Australia. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaTransport of brachycephalic animals For safety and animal welfare reasons, transport of brachycephalic breeds (short-nosed dogs and cats) in the aircraft cargo hold is not permitted. verified 2026-08-24 Cargo: One-way fee 385 AED Additional notes: When transporting animals in the cargo hold from Dubai, an additional airport fee of AED 385 is applicable verified 2026-08-02 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks Pet Reservations Puppies and kittens as young as 8 weeks old are allowed for transport within Kazakhstan. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 24 hours To arrange transportation on board Air Astana, please notify your travel agent or submit a request through the online forms available on our self-service portal at least 24 hours before departure. verified 2026-07-22 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaTo obtain a transportation permit, it is mandatory: the presence of an animal's passport; veterinary certificate (must be obtained from veterinary supervision); the presence of a tattoo or microchip to identify him;… verified 2026-08-03 Cargo: Carrier size 122 × 81 × 88 cm …Dimensions: For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container size allowed in the cargo hold is 122 x 81 x 88 cm. 4. verified 2026-08-03 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrier …Dimensions: For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container size allowed in the cargo hold is 122 x 81 x 88 cm. 4. verified 2026-08-03 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ Jaansportation permit, it is mandatory: the presence of an animal's passport; veterinary certificate (must be obtained from veterinary supervision); the presence of a tattoo or microchi To obtain a transportation permit,… verified 2026-08-15 Microchip · Required ✓ JaTo obtain a transportation permit, it is mandatory: the presence of an animal's passport; veterinary certificate (must be obtained from veterinary supervision); the presence of a tattoo or microchip to identify him;… verified 2026-08-02 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaTo obtain a transportation permit, it is mandatory: the presence of an animal's passport; veterinary certificate (must be obtained from veterinary supervision); the presence of a tattoo or microchip to identify him;… verified 2026-08-02 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaVaccination Animals must be vaccinated against rabies and other infectious diseases at least 30 days before travel. verified 2026-07-20 Other rules Breed restrictions apply ✗ JaBreed Restrictions Lifted: There are no longer breed restrictions for animals; the ban has been lifted on, Pitbull and American Staffordshire breeds. verified 2026-07-23 Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaPassengers with permanent visual impairments may travel with their guide dogs at no additional charge. verified 2026-08-13 Service & assistance animals Fee waived ✓ JaIs it possible to bring a guide dog? Passengers with permanent visual impairments may travel with their guide dogs at no additional charge. verified 2026-08-13 Recognized ✓ JaPassengers with permanent visual impairments may travel with their guide dogs at no additional charge. verified 2026-07-14 Cabin allowed ✓ JaA trained guide dog can follow into the cabin and be at his master's feet, but he must be wearing a muzzle. verified 2026-08-13 Max pets per passenger 1 - The total weight of the pet and container must not exceed 8 kg. - Only one pet per passenger is allowed in the cabin. 2. verified 2026-08-03 Advance notice hours 24 hours …carried out in the cabin (for use during the flight, if necessary). A special request is required at least 24 hours before departure. verified 2026-08-03 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedHowever, cats can be transported in the cabin, following the airline's rules. verified 2026-08-13 Minimum age 8 weeks …for a pet to fly? The age of puppies and cats allowed for transportation in Kazakhstan starts from 8 weeks. The age of pets allowed for transportation abroad starts from 3 months. verified 2026-08-03 Advance booking notice 24 hours …your travel agent or submit a request through the online forms available on our self-service portal at least 24 hours before departure. verified 2026-08-13 Advance booking required ✓ Jatransportation Carriage of pets Passengers are allowed to carry certain animals (cats, dogs, turtles) in compliance with the requirements of the airline and the authorities. To obtain a transportation permit, it is… verified 2026-08-28 Max pets per passenger 1 Container Size and Weight: - For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. - The total weight of the pet and container must not exceed 8 kg. - Only one pet per… verified 2026-08-13 Advance notice hours 24 hours A special request is required at least 24 hours before departure. verified 2026-07-14 Carrier size 30 × 47 × 27 cm Container Size and Weight: - For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. verified 2026-08-13 Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg …dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. - The total weight of the pet and container must not exceed 8 kg. - Only one pet per passenger is allowed in the cabin. 2. verified 2026-08-13 Crate must have/be ventilated, a carrier Container Size and Weight: - For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container dimensions must not exceed 30 x 47 x 27 cm. verified 2026-08-13 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets are welcome to travel in the cabin or as checked baggage on select flights verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaTransport of brachycephalic animals For safety and animal welfare reasons, transport of brachycephalic breeds (short-nosed dogs and cats) in the aircraft cargo hold is not permitted. verified 2026-08-14 Hold: Minimum age 8 weeks The age of puppies and cats allowed for transportation in Kazakhstan starts from 8 weeks. verified 2026-08-03 Hold: Advance booking notice 24 hours …carried out in the cabin (for use during the flight, if necessary). A special request is required at least 24 hours before departure. verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 50 kg Pets in Checked Baggage Animals who exceed the weight restrictions to travel in the cabin can travel as checked baggage if the combined weight of the pet and carrier is less than 110 lbs (50 kg). verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrier Container Requirements: - The container must be sturdy, have a leak-proof bottom, and include ventilation and feeding openings. - It should be spacious enough for the animal to stand, lie down, and turn around… verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedImporting and exporting pets as luggage is prohibited in some countries, such as India, Great Britain, Ireland, South Africa, and Australia. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaTransport of brachycephalic animals For safety and animal welfare reasons, transport of brachycephalic breeds (short-nosed dogs and cats) in the aircraft cargo hold is not permitted. verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: One-way fee 385 AED Additional notes: When transporting animals in the cargo hold from Dubai, an additional airport fee of AED 385 is applicable verified 2026-08-02 Cargo: Minimum age 12 weeks Pet passport. Rabies vaccination (administered at the age of 12 weeks or older on the day of vaccination, with a waiting period of 21 days from the date of the first rabies vaccination) verified 2026-07-31 Cargo: Advance booking notice 24 hours …carried out in the cabin (for use during the flight, if necessary). A special request is required at least 24 hours before departure. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Carrier size 122 × 81 × 88 cm …Dimensions: For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container size allowed in the cargo hold is 122 x 81 x 88 cm. 4. verified 2026-08-03 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, absorbent liner …Dimensions: For Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the maximum container size allowed in the cargo hold is 122 x 81 x 88 cm. 4. verified 2026-08-03 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ Jatransportation Carriage of pets Passengers are allowed to carry certain animals (cats, dogs, turtles) in compliance with the requirements of the airline and the authorities. To obtain a transportation permit, it is… verified 2026-08-28 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Air Astana?
Does Air Astana allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
What are the pet carrier size limits for Air Astana?
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Air Astana?
Does Air Astana require a health certificate for pets?
Can I ship my dog as cargo on Air Astana?
Yes, Air Astana offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at
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