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Air China allows dogs and cats in the cabin and in cargo. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cabin and cargo. A health certificate is required, valid for 10 days.
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets as Checked Baggage: If you wish to bring your cat or dog with you, they can travel as checked baggage. The combined weight of the pet and carrier must not exceed 99 lbs (45 kg) on domestic flights and 70 lbs (32… verified 2026-08-17 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jaterriers, English cocker spaniels, English toy spaniels, King Charles spaniels, bullmastiffs, Affenpinschers, Lhasa apsos, Pekingese, Chow Chows, Japanese chins, shar-peis, shih tzus, pit bulls, Japanese mastiffs… verified 2026-08-28 Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Mastiff Cats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g.… verified 2026-08-13 Minimum age 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for verified 2026-08-28 Advance booking notice 24 hours Reservations should be made more than 24 hours prior to the flight. verified 2026-08-16 Advance booking required ✓ JaDocumentation and Quarantine Requirements If you are taking a domestic flight, you must be able to produce a quarantine certificate for your pet issued by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection… verified 2026-08-16 Max pets per passenger 1 only be carried following approval by Air China. Only one pet may be checked in per passenger. The weight of each pet shall not exceed 32 kg (including verified 2026-08-28 Banned destinations ✗ JaContinue Not now Home Booking Management Bookings Ticket Booking Multi-city Self-service Online Check-in Ticket validation Flight delay or cancellation certificates Additional Services Advance seat selection Additional… verified 2026-08-13 Nursing allowed ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrier Food and water containers The pet container must have a fixed water container that allows for water to be added to it without opening the pet container itself verified 2026-07-15 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedLimited to domesticated cats and dogs only. verified 2026-08-17 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jaterriers, English cocker spaniels, English toy spaniels, King Charles spaniels, bullmastiffs, Affenpinschers, Lhasa apsos, Pekingese, Chow Chows, Japanese chins, shar-peis, shih tzus, pit bulls, Japanese mastiffs… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Mastiff Cats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g.… verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Minimum age 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaThe pet transportation service for transit and connecting flights must be booked separately for each flight segment. 2. verified 2026-08-25 Hold: Max pets per passenger 1 Only one pet may be checked in per passenger. verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Min age weeks 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage. verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage. verified 2026-08-14 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg The weight of each pet shall not exceed 32 kg (including the weight of the pet container and the food and water within). verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Food and water containers The pet container must have a fixed water container that allows for water to be added to it without opening the pet container itself. verified 2026-08-25 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Accepteds For service dogs that are brought into the cabin, please see (Disabled Passengers Who Need Assistance) The requirements above also apply to service dogs transported in the cargo compartment. Pets as Checked Baggage… verified 2026-08-30 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Janature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g. Schnauzer, Boston Terrier), Boxers, Bulldogs, and… verified 2026-08-24 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Mastiff Cats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g.… verified 2026-08-30 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage. pets… verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaAll required documentation required for the destination country must be provided at check in. Air China Pet Policy – Checked Baggage All dogs and cats traveling with an adult passenger will be transported as checked… verified 2026-08-25 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg Maximum weight of pet and crate must not exceed 32 kg. If the weight is more than 32 kg, the transport must be as air cargo. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Food and water containers The pet container must have a fixed water container that allows for water to be added to it without opening the pet container itself. verified 2026-08-30 Health & documents Health certificate validity 10 days Related: Acclimating your pet to its crate or carrier Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms r d under the seat. verified 2026-08-09 Health certificate required ✓ JaRelated: Acclimating your pet to its crate or carrier Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and fe Related: Acclimating your pet to its crate or… verified 2026-08-18 Quarantine · Type quarantine facility (4) Pets entering the country shall undergo quarantine for 30 days at a quarantine facility designated by China Customs, except for pets exempt from quarantine in the following verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Required ✓ JaIV. Documentation and Quarantine Requirements If you are taking a domestic flight, you must be able to produce a quarantine certificate for your pet issued by the General verified 2026-07-15 Quarantine · Reducible ✓ Jafor 30 days at a quarantine facility designated by China Customs, except for pets exempt from quarantine in the following circumstances: a. verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Duration 30 days (4) Pets entering the country shall undergo quarantine for 30 days at a quarantine facility designated by China Customs, except for pets exempt from verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Approved facility required ✓ Ja(4) Pets entering the country shall undergo quarantine for 30 days at a quarantine facility designated by China Customs, except for pets exempt from quarantine in the following circumstances verified 2026-08-28 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ Japass on-site quarantine and for which a rabies antibody test report issued by an approved laboratory can be provided (antibody titer or immune antibody level must be above 0.5 IU/ml). c. verified 2026-08-28 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ Ja(2) For all pets brought into the country, China Customs must be provided with valid quarantine certificates and valid rabies vaccination certificates issued by the official animal quarantine agency of the country or… verified 2026-08-28 Other rules Dangerous breeds banned ✗ JaCats and dogs that are aggressive and may injure people, as well as pure and mixed cat and dog breeds with short snouts that are prone to breathing problems, are not accepted for transport. verified 2026-08-14 Restricted breeds list American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Mastiff, Pit Bulls, Tosa Inu Cats and dogs that are aggressive and may injure people, as well as pure and mixed cat and dog breeds with short snouts that are prone to breathing problems, are not accepted for transport. including but not limited to:… verified 2026-08-14 Breed restrictions apply ✗ JaCats and dogs that are aggressive and may injure people, as well as pure and mixed cat and dog breeds with short snouts that are prone to breathing problems, are not accepted for transport. verified 2026-08-14 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinCats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g.… verified 2026-08-30 Assistance animals accepted ✓ Ja(Disabled Passengers Who Need Assistance) The requirements above also apply to service dogs transported in the cargo compartment. verified 2026-08-31 Service & assistance animals Fee waived ✓ JaService dog pet policy All service dogs may fly in the cabin at no charge. verified 2026-08-13 Recognized ✓ Jafor pets entering the country through airports: (1) Only dogs or cats (including service dogs for disabled persons) may be brought into the country and only one pet is permitted per person. verified 2026-08-28 Cabin allowed ✓ JaFood may be attached to the pet container for use in the event of flight delays. 6 Fee schedules Please see Fee Schedules for Excess Special Baggage 7 Transportation of service dogs For service dogs that are brought… verified 2026-08-30 Breed restrictions snub-nosed nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g. Schnauzer, Boston Terrier),… verified 2026-08-16 Documentation required ✓ JaThe 15-digit microchip code may only consist of numbers and must be capable of being read by a reader. If the chip does not meet these standards, you should provide your own reader that is capable of reading the… verified 2026-07-21 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedyou have successfully booked the transport of your dog as checked baggage or as cabin baggage, we can grant ticket change or refund. verified 2026-07-15 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jaterriers, English cocker spaniels, English toy spaniels, King Charles spaniels, bullmastiffs, Affenpinschers, Lhasa apsos, Pekingese, Chow Chows, Japanese chins, shar-peis, shih tzus, pit bulls, Japanese mastiffs… verified 2026-08-28 Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Exotic Shorthair Burmese Cats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g.… verified 2026-08-13 Minimum age 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-08-10 Advance booking notice 24 hours Reservations Pet owners must submit an application to Air China in advance of the flight. Reservations should be made more than 24 hours prior to the flight. verified 2026-08-10 Advance booking required ✓ JaService Description Pet transportation is limited to domestic dogs and cats. Cats and dogs that are aggressive and may injure people, as well as pure and mixed cat and dog breeds with short snouts that are prone to… verified 2026-08-13 Max pets per passenger 1 only be carried following approval by Air China. Only one pet may be checked in per passenger. The weight of each pet shall not exceed 32 kg (including verified 2026-08-28 Booking method online Pet transportation service for Air China-coded point-to-point flights (including layovers) operated by Air China, as well as flights with domestic–domestic or domestic–international transits to connecting flights and… verified 2026-08-27 Nursing allowed ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrier Food and water containers The pet container must have a fixed water container that allows for water to be added to it without opening the pet container itself verified 2026-07-15 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedLimited to domesticated cats and dogs only. verified 2026-08-17 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaSave See more See less Information Share Pets as Checked Baggage 1 General provisions Limited to domesticated cats and dogs only. Cats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to… verified 2026-08-29 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Exotic Shorthair Burmese Cats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g.… verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Minimum age 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage. II.… verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Advance booking notice 24 hours Pets flown on Air China as checked baggage Dogs and cats. Reservations Pet owners must submit an application to Air China in advance of the flight. Reservations should be made more than 24 hours prior to the flight. verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Max pets per passenger 1 Only one pet may be checked in per passenger. verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Min age weeks 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage. verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg The weight of each pet shall not exceed 32 kg (including the weight of the pet container and the food and water within). verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Food and water containers The pet container must have a fixed water container that allows for water to be added to it without opening the pet container itself. verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedge policies, corporate information, and more, visit our guide to Air China (CA) Pets in the Cargo Hold: For animals that exceed the weight limits to travel as checked baggage, Air Ch For more detailed information,… verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jaterriers, English cocker spaniels, English toy spaniels, King Charles spaniels, bullmastiffs, Affenpinschers, Lhasa apsos, Pekingese, Chow Chows, Japanese chins, shar-peis, shih tzus, pit bulls, Japanese mastiffs… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Exotic Shorthair Burmese Cats, dogs or cross-breeds that are aggressive in nature, at risk of causing harm to people, prone to breathing difficulties, or snub-nosed are not accepted for carriage, including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g.… verified 2026-08-30 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for c verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Advance booking notice 24 hours Reservations Pet owners must submit an application to Air China in advance of the flight. Reservations should be made more than 24 hours prior to the flight. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ NeinCats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage verified 2026-07-15 Cargo: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Food and water containers The pet container must have a fixed water container that allows for water to be added to it without opening the pet container itself. verified 2026-08-30 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaRelated: Acclimating your pet to its crate or carrier Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and fe d under the seat. verified 2026-08-09 Health certificate validity 10 days Related: Acclimating your pet to its crate or carrier Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms r d under the seat. verified 2026-08-13 Quarantine · Duration 30 days (4) Pets entering the country shall undergo quarantine for 30 days at a quarantine facility designated by China Customs, except for pets exempt from verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days Acclimating your pet to its crate or carrier Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms r verified 2026-08-25 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Air China?
Does Air China allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Does Air China require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Air China requires a health certificate for pets. It must be issued within 10 days of travel. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check
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Yes, Air China 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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