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Air New Zealand does not allow pets in the cabin but offers cargo transport. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cargo. A health certificate is required, valid for 10 days.
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In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Crate must have/be IATA-compliant Select the right travel carrier for your pet Air New Zealand carries animals in accordance with the current standards published in the IATA Live Animal Regulations . Tip: Ideally, your pet should be familiar with their… verified 2026-08-25 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDomesticated cats, dogs and small caged birds can travel as checked-in baggage on some domestic flights around New Zealand provided they fly in pet carriers suitable for air verified 2026-08-04 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaAir New Zealand will no longer accept brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds of dogs or cats o n flights with legs more than 5 hours in duration. verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Minimum age 8 weeks …than one pet in a carrier, you need to meet these requirements: A Show more Only kittens and puppies over 8 weeks will be accepted for travel A mother and her litter are acceptable provided the verified 2026-08-25 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, a carrier carriers should be rigid without a pop-up hatch, be fitted with a water container fillable from the outside verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedIf your booking is for a regional route and includes more than one pet carrier per person, you'll need to pre-book your pets to travel as cargo through an approved pet transporter due to the space limitations of our… verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaAir New Zealand will no longer accept brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds of dogs or cats o n flights with legs more than 5 hours in duration. verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks Age requirements Minimum age of transport is 8 weeks. verified 2026-07-25 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 60 kg , such as livestock If your pet and carrier weigh more than 60kg combined Your pet cannot travel as checked-in baggage if verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier For international travel, please contact an IATA-approved freight forwarder . If your bag's dimensions add up to more than 158cm (62") When the length, width and height of your bag add up to more than 158cm (62"), here… verified 2026-08-28 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaForms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country verified 2026-08-17 Health certificate validity 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country verified 2026-08-13 Health certificate valid within days · Health certificate valid within days 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country. verified 2026-08-13 Other rules Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaCheck if your service dog can travel in the cabin To travel in the cabin, your service dog must be trained or accredited by one of these organisations: A fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International (ADI) A… verified 2026-08-04 Service & assistance animals Esa note Emotional support dogs are not permitted Emotional support dogs are not permitted to fly with Air New Zealand. verified 2026-07-14 Recognized ✓ JaOn New Zealand domestic flights, service dogs in training may travel in the cabin at our discretion if: the dog is accompanied by a certified trainer the flight is part of the dog’s formal training programme A service… verified 2026-08-08 Cabin allowed ✓ JaOn New Zealand domestic flights, service dogs in training may travel in the cabin at our discretion if: the dog is accompanied by a certified trainer the flight is part of the dog’s formal training programme A service… verified 2026-08-10 Esa recognized ✗ NeinEmotional support dogs are not permitted to fly with Air New Zealand verified 2026-07-14 Forms required ✓ JaFind out whether your service dog can travel in the cabin, what forms you need to submit, and any entry requirements for the countries you’re travelling to or through. verified 2026-08-16 Breed restrictions ✓ NeinTo be accepted for travel in the cabin, your service dog must be trained or accredited by one of the following: A fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International (ADI); A full member of the International Guide… verified 2026-06-19 Documentation required ✓ JaFor more information and pricing, please contact an approved pet transporter. verified 2026-07-14 Recognized organizations Assistance Dogs International International Guide Dog Federation Check if your service dog can travel in the cabin To travel in the cabin, your service dog must be trained or accredited by one of these organisations: A fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International (ADI) A… verified 2026-08-08 In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant It must be secure, well ventilated, suitable for air travel, and large enough for your pet to move comfortably. verified 2026-08-15 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDomesticated cats, dogs and small caged birds can travel as checked-in baggage on some domestic flights around New Zealand provided they fly in pet carriers suitable for air travel Domesticated cats, dogs and small… verified 2026-07-21 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaAir New Zealand will no longer accept brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds of dogs or cats o n flights with legs more than 5 hours in duration. verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Snub-nosed cat breeds: Burmese, Himalayan and Persian. verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier carriers should be rigid without a pop-up hatch, be fitted with a water container fillable from the outside verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedIf your booking is for a regional route and includes more than one pet carrier per person, you'll need to pre-book your pets to travel as cargo through an approved pet transporter due to the space limitations of our… verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaAir New Zealand will no longer accept brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds of dogs or cats o n flights with legs more than 5 hours in duration. verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Snub-nosed cat breeds: Burmese, Himalayan and Persian. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks than one pet in a carrier, you need to meet these requirements: A Show more Only kittens and puppies over 8 weeks will be accepted for travel A mother and her litter are acceptable provided the kittens or puppies are… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinThe New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) does not permit the use of sedation for pets travelling by air. As all pets must pass MPI Certification prior to export by air, pets cannot be under the influence of… verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 60 kg …Pet type Combined weight of your pet and carrier - rounded up to the nearest kilogram and must not exceed 60kg. verified 2026-07-07 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier It must be secure, well ventilated, suitable for air travel, and large enough for your pet to move comfortably. verified 2026-08-12 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaForms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country verified 2026-08-17 Health certificate validity 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country verified 2026-08-13 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms r verified 2026-07-07 Frequently Asked Questions Does Air New Zealand allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Does Air New Zealand require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Air New Zealand 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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Build my pet's travel plan → Can I ship my dog as cargo on Air New Zealand?
Yes, Air New Zealand 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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