Which Asian Airlines Allow Dogs in the Cabin in 2024?

The easiest way to get around Asia, including travelling to and from the region, is by flying. However, if you’re travelling with a dog, things are harder.

Unlike in Europe and the Americas, the majority of airlines don’t allow pet dogs to fly in the cabin. Most airlines only permit dogs to fly in the hold, either as checked luggage or as cargo, if at all.

To find out what Asian airlines allow dogs in the cabin, plus an overview of the pet policies of over 40 major Asian airlines, including Middle Eastern airlines, read on…

Do Any Asian Airlines Allow Pets in the Cabin?

Below, I’ve summarised the pet policies of over 40 major Asian airlines, including whether they allow pets to fly in the cabin. However, you’ll quickly notice that nearly all these airlines don’t allow pets to fly in the cabin.

To save you from scrolling, here are the few major Asian airlines that allow pets to travel in the cabin including on international flights. Additionally, I’ve listed the weight limit for each airline, with no consistent maximum weight applying.

• Air India (Although final approval rests with the captain…) – 5kg
• Asiana Airlines – 7kg
• El Al Airlines – 9kg
• Etihad Airways – 8kg
• Korean Air – 7kg
• Royal Jordanian – 7kg
• t’way Air – 9kg
• Vietnam Airlines – 6kg

Note that the weight limit needs to include the carrier bag, too, which will likely weigh at least 1kg.

What is the Most Pet-Friendly Asian Airline?

When reviewing the pet policies of these Asian airlines, one airline in particular stood out as the most pet-friendly, Etihad Airways.

Etihad Airways only recently started to allow pets in the cabin, but they have a very generous policy. As well as a high weight limit of 8kg, they also allow the option to purchase the adjacent seat.

Purchasing the adjacent seat is optional in Economy class, but compulsory to fly with a pet in the cabin in Business or First class. If purchasing the adjacent seat, the weight limit remains the same but the maximum carrier dimensions are far greater, with a maximum height of 50cm.

Note that Etihad isn’t particularly pet-friendly for larger pets, who need to fly as cargo.

However, in mid-October 2022, Etihad substantially increased their fee for pets in the cabin, from a prior charge of $200 to an astronomical $1500, which makes them rather less pet-friendly.

A newer Asian airline that stands out for pet-friendliness is the Korean t’way Air. In contrast to Etihad, it charges a low pet fee of 30,000 won ($23 USD as of December 2023) on domestic flights and no more than 200,000 won ($152 USD as for December 2023) on international flights!

Small pets up t0 9kg, including their carrier, are permitted in the cabin. There is the option to buy a t’carrier at the check-in counter. Note that they don’t offer the option to transport larger pets, either as checked baggage or cargo.

One additional pet-friendly attribute of the airline is that permit one pet stroller or car seat to be checked for free per pet, including at the gate.

Do Any Asian Airlines Allow Pets as Checked Baggage?

While most Asian airlines don’t allow pets to travel in the cabin, a large number do allow pets to travel as checked baggage. Out of the airlines listed below, about two thirds allow pets to travel as checked baggage. The remaining airlines fly pets as cargo or not at all.

The advantage of flying pets as checked baggage rather than as cargo is that you can drop-0ff and pick-up your pet in the regular passenger terminal, rather than at the freight terminal. Plus, prices are typically lower than for cargo.

Note, however, there are some destinations in Asia that only permit pets to arrive on flights as cargo, such as Brunei, Dubai and Hong Kong. This also applies on flights to Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Larger dogs who exceed the weight limits (when in their crate) for checked baggage may also need to fly as cargo.

And here’s the key details of the pet policies of all the major Asian airlines…

Air Arabia (UAE)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Only falcons are permitted to be flown in the cabin on Air Arabia flights, as long as certain conditions are met. No other pets are permitted.

See: https://www.airarabia.com/en/animals-and-pets

Air China (China)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Air China permits the carriage of domesticated dogs and cats as excess baggage, with a maximum weight limit including the carrier of 32kg. Only a single container is permitted per flight, containing only a single animal, with some plane types excluded.

The pet will be charged according to the special baggage fee standards, ranging in price from 3900 and 7800 RMB.

Larger animals are accepted only as cargo. There is also a long list of breeds that are not permitted to fly, mainly aggressive and snub-nosed breeds.

See: https://www.airchina.com.cn/en/service/avih/avih.shtml

Air India (India)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

On domestic and international flights, Air India will transport pets in both the cabin and in the hold, whether as excess baggage or cargo.

For pets flying in the cabin, there is a maximum weight of 5kg, including the carrier, which should be no larger than 18 x 18 x 12 inches. A maximum of two animals in the cabin are permitted per flight, including service animals, one in the last row of business/1st class and one in the last row of economy class.  

There are some flights where the carriage of pets is not currently possible, either in the cabin or in the hold, including ultra-long haul flights such as the flights to and from the USA, plus any flights to and from the UK. Double check these latest exceptions on the Air India website.

Flying with pets in the cabin on Air India is also not a dog-friendly experience. Those who have flown their dogs with Air India report that the final approval is up to the captain, with approval often not given until the last minute – a stressful process for everyone involved. Dogs are also required to be muzzled even inside the carrier.

Additionally, if flying internationally, it is only possible to import/export pets from India at five airports: Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.

See: http://www.airindia.in/new-pets.htm

AirAsia (Malaysia)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

The standard policy of budget airline AirAsia is that no pets or animals are allowed on board. According to the terms and conditions, service animals are only permitted on domestic flights operated by AirAsia India, with at least 48 hours notice.

See: https://support.airasia.com/s/article/Can-I-bring-my-pet-en?language=en_GB, https://www.airasia.com/aa/about-us/en/gb/terms-and-conditions-ak.html

All Nippon Airways (Japan)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

All Nippon Airways will not fly pet dogs or cats in the cabin (only turtles, tortoises, small fish and insects are surprisingly allowed in the cabin on domestic flights).

But they will fly pet dogs and cats in the hold as checked baggage on both domestic and international flights, or as cargo. Some destinations, including Australia, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, only allow pets to fly as cargo.

On domestic flights, pets can be transported in four cage sizes, which can be rented, or you can supply your own cage. A set fee of 4500 or 6500 JPY applies, depending on the route.

On international flights, pet must be transported in a sturdy cage with maximum dimensions of 292 cm, with a maximum weight of 45kg, including both the pet and the cage. The applicable fee is either 25000 or 40000 JPY, or the applicable local currency, depending on the number of sectors.

See: https://www.ana.co.jp/en/jp/serviceinfo/domestic/support/pets/ (Domestic flights), https://www.ana.co.jp/en/au/travel-information/pet-policy/ (International flights)

Asiana Airlines (South Korea)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

Asiana Airlines accepts pets for flights both in the cabin and as excess baggage. For pets flying in the cabin, the weight limit is 7kg, including their carrier. The carrier must have total dimensions of 115cm or less, with a maximum height of 21cm or 26cm for soft carriers.

Pets are also allowed in business class, although they will be stowed in a special area during taxi, take-off and landing. One pet is permitted per passenger in the cabin.

Passengers are also permitted two pets in the hold. Crates for pets travelling in the hold must have total dimensions of no more than 285cm and be no more than 84cm high. The total weight limit is 45kg, or 32kg for some destinations.

Fees for pets flying on domestic flights are quite low, either 30,000 or 60,000 KRW. However, fees for international flights are far higher, varying between 140,000 and 590,000 KRW (or $590 USD).

See: https://flyasiana.com/C/KR/EN/contents/traveling-with-pets

Batik Air (Previously Malindo Air) (Malaysia)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Batik Air does not permit pets to fly on any of its flights, whether in the cabin or in the hold.

See: https://help.batikair.com/en/support/solutions/articles/70000621883-bring-live-animal-pet

Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Cathay Pacific does not permit dogs to fly in the cabin, except service dogs, but can transport pets as check-in baggage or cargo, depending on the flight.

However, recently Cathay Pacific has not accepted any new bookings for pets to fly as check-in baggage, due to limited flights. Pets currently are only accepted to fly with Cathay Cargo. There is no indication of when this restriction will lift – the restriction is still in place as of December 2023.

Even once it does lift, pets were only previously accepted as check-in baggage on flights departing Hong Kong, not to Hong Kong.

See: https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_AU/travel-information/help-for-passengers/travelling-with-animals/overview.html

Cebu Pacific (Philippines)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Cebu Pacific does not accept bookings for pets to travel on its flights, either in the cabin or in the hold. The only exception made is for service animals, where they have the required clearances from the appropriate government authorities. Only one service animal is permitted per flight, with only dogs allowed.

However, pets are accepted for carriage by Cebu Pacific Cargo on domestic flights. Bookings need to be made at least two days in advance and snub-nosed pets are not accepted.

See: https://help.cebupacificair.com/scenario/17187, https://help.cebupacificair.com/article/5774?tab=FAQ

China Airlines (Taiwan)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

China Airlines does not fly pets in the cabin, only in the hold as excess baggage, except on flights using their B738 aircraft due to temperature considerations.

Passengers can check in up to two crates each, with a maximum of eight crates permitted on each flight. Each crate can be up to 70cm tall and 90cm wide. Short-nosed pets will only be accepted on selected flights, with additional requirements. The fee charged is based on the weight of the crate.

See: https://www.china-airlines.com/nl/en/fly/prepare-for-the-fly/baggage/pets

China Eastern Airlines (Including Shanghai Airlines) (China)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Similar to Air China, China Eastern Airlines (and its subsidiary, Shanghai Airlines) will carry small animals (dogs, cats and birds) as excess baggage. There is a weight restriction of 32kg and a list of excluded breeds. 

On some flights, this is not possible, due to the cargo cabin being unsuitable. Temperature restrictions also apply.

Larger animals need to be transported as cargo on China Eastern flights. They also have a long section detailing requirements for importing pets to China. 

See: https://oa.ceair.com/newCMS/au/en/content/en_Header/headerBottom/service/Infomation/ticket/201903/t20190305_2971.html

China Southern Airlines (China)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Similar to Air China, China Southern Airlines also permits the transport of small pets as excess baggage, with a weight limit of 32kg including the carrier, which can be up to 90 x 60 x 66cm. Snub-nosed and aggressive breeds are not permitted. 

Small animals on domestic flights are charged as excess luggage; on international flights set charges apply depending on the weight and origin.

See: https://www.csair.com/us/en/tourguide/luggage_service/special_baggage/pets/

El Al Airlines (Israel)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

El Al Airlines, the flag carrier of Israel, allows pets to fly in the cabin. A generous weight limit of 9kg applies, with larger dogs required to travel in the hold.

For pets flying in the cabin, up to two pets can travel in the same carrier, which can be soft or hard. The maximum dimensions of the carrier depends on the aircraft that you will fly on, plus the class. A fee of $100 applies for smaller pets up to 9kg.

Pets travelling in the hold can generally fly as excess baggage, except for pets weighing over 100kg (including their crate) and to and from certain destinations. All pets travelling with El Al to Hong Kong, Johannesburg and London must travel as cargo, not in the cabin or as excess baggage.

See: https://www.elal.com/en/PassengersInfo/Baggage/Pages/Pets.aspx

Emirates (UAE)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Emirates does not permit pet dogs to fly in the cabin. Only falcons on certain routes and guide dogs are permitted in the cabin. Instead, pet dogs can be transported as excess baggage or as cargo (using the Emirates Pets service).

All pets must travel as cargo on flights to Dubai. On flights departing Dubai, pets can fly as excess baggage where the destination permits it, when the total journey time (including transit time) is less than 17 hours, and when the cage dimensions are less than 300cm.

If flying as excess baggage, a charge between $500 and $800 USD applies, depending on the total weight and dimensions.

See: https://www.emirates.com/english/help/faq-topics/baggage-and-lost-property/faq/what-are-the-rules-and-charges-for-travelling-with-animals/, https://www.emirates.com/au/english/help/forms/pets-travel/, https://www.skycargo.com/product/emirates-pets/

Etihad Airways (UAE)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

Small pets are permitted to fly in the cabin on Etihad Airways flights to and from Abu Dhabi, except for when flying to or from selected destinations.

Your pet plus their carrier needs to weigh no more than 8kg. If flying in economy, their bag needs to be no larger than 40 x 40 x 22cm. There is also the option to buy an adjacent seat, in which case maximum dimensions of 50 x 43 x 50cm applies, although the weight limit is still the same.

If flying in business or first class, the only option is to buy an adjacent seat, with maximum dimensions of 50 x 43 x 50cm also applying.

As of October 2022, their charges for flying a pet in the cabin substantially increased. Previously the charge was $200, but since 15 October 2022 the charge is now an eye-watering $1500. This is in addition to buying an extra seat, if selected.

For larger pets, you will need to book your pet with the LiveAnimals service through Etihad Cargo.

See: https://www.etihad.com/en-au/fly-etihad/baggage/travelling-with-pets, https://www.etihadcargo.com/en/products/liveanimals

EVA Air (Taiwan)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

EVA Air does not accept pets for transport in the cabin, only service dogs. Pet dogs need to be transported in the hold as checked baggage.

A booking is required as least 48 hours in advance, with passengers generally permitted to transport up to two crates on most flights, with a total maximum of five crates on most flights. Note that no pets are not accepted on A321 and long-haul B787 flights.

Restrictions on short-nosed dogs and cats apply, depending on the time of year. The fee for pets to fly as excess baggage is either two or four units of the excess baggage charge rate, depending on whether the total weight is under or above 32kg. =

See: https://www.evaair.com/en-us/fly-prepare/baggage/travelling-with-pets/

flydubai (UAE)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Pets are not generally allowed to fly on flydubai flights either in the cabin or as checked baggage. The only exceptions are for falcons with pre-approval and service animals to certain destinations.

Instead, pets need to be booked as cargo through flydubai Cargo.

See: https://www.flydubai.com/en/flying-with-us/baggage/special-baggage, https://www.flydubai.com/en/information/cargo

Garuda Indonesia (Indonesia)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Garuda Indonesia will not fly pets in the cabin, but will fly pets as excess baggage on domestic flights. Domestic flights must be a maximum of 2 hours and not include a transit, and flights to Denpasar are excluded. There is a maximum weight of 32kg; larger animals need to fly as cargo.

For international flights, it is mentioned that pets can fly as checked baggage, but not mammals. (Perhaps reptiles and birds?) It might be also possible to fly pets as cargo, this is not covered.

See: https://www.garuda-indonesia.com/id/en/garuda-indonesia-experience/on-ground/baggage/index.page? (Under Excess Baggage Charges)

Gulf Air (Bahrain)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Unless you happen to be travelling with a falcon or a guide dog, no other pets or animals are permitted in the cabin, or as checked baggage.

Animals can only be carried in the hold booked through the Gulf Air Cargo Department, which is a member of IPATA.

See: https://www.gulfair.com/en/transparency/conditions-of-carriage, https://cargo.gulfair.com/special-cargo/live-animals-avi 

Hainan Airlines (China)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

There were previously reports in the media about Hainan Airlines allowing very small pets to travel in the cabin on selected routes. However, I cannot find any information about this on their website, so this is presumably no longer allowed, or never occurred.

Like other Chinese airlines, Hainan Airlines will transport small animals as excess luggage, up to a weight of 32kg, with a list of possible exclusions including breeds, airports and routes. Either one or two pets are allowed per passenger, depending on the route, with a maximum of three pets per flight.

See: https://www.hainanairlines.com/go/DOCS/pets%20en.pdf

IndiGo (India)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Low-cost India carrier IndiGo does not permit the carriage of pets on its flights.

See: https://www.goindigo.in/baggage/dangerous-goods-policy.html

Iran Air (Iran)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Pets are not permitted to travel in the cabin on Iran Air flights. Pets can only fly in the hold of the plane, presumably as cargo. For further information, you need to contact the airline offices directly.

See: https://www.iranair.de/en/faq.html (under At Airport)

Japan Airlines (Japan)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Japan Airlines does not permit pets to fly in the cabin (except for small freshwater fish, tadpoles, turtles and insects on domestic flights, as long as other passengers are not discomforted). However, they will fly pets in the cargo hold of the plane, plus as cargo if they are unaccompanied, on both domestic and international flights.

On domestic flights, the maximum weight for each pet and their crate is 32kg for pets flying as excess baggage, otherwise they are required to fly as cargo. A fee of 4400 to 6600 JPY applies per pet crate per flight sector. Crates can be rented.

On international flights, no maximum weight is specified. You need to request a pet reservation in advance and the response may take several days.

It’s possible to join JAL Pet Family and earn points every time you fly with your pet, plus at other pet hotels and related services.

See: https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/dom/support/pet/ (Domestic flights), https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/support/pet/ (International flights)

Korean Air (South Korea)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

The rules for pets to fly on Korean Air are very similar to those for Asiana Airlines, the other major Korean airline. Pets are accepted both in the cabin and an excess baggage.

For pets flying in the cabin, the weight limit is 7kg, including their carrier. The maximum dimensions of the carrier are 45 x 32 x 19cm, or 25cm high for soft carriers. Charges vary between 30,000 KRW for domestic flights up to 300,000 KRW for long-haul flights.

Larger pets can travel as excess baggage, with a weight limit of 45kg, or 32kg for some destinations. The maximum dimensions of the crate should be no more than 291cm, with a maximum height of 84cm. If your pet and their carrier is no more than 32kg, the same charges apply as for pets in the cabin, with pets 32kg to 45kg charged twice as much.

Up to two pets are permitted per passenger in the hold, plus one in the cabin. Korean Air even operates a SKYPETS program for frequent pet travellers.

See: https://www.koreanair.com/au/en/airport/assistance/travel-with-pet/checklist

Lion Air (Including Thai Lion Air) (Indonesia)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

On domestic Lion Air flights within Indonesia, pets are not allowed in the cabin, but can be transported in the hold as checked baggage, accompanied by a quarantine letter. Pets are not permitted at all on Thai Lion Air flights.

See: https://www.lionairthai.com/en/FAQs, https://lionairgroupsupport.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/70000468359-bring-live-animal-pet

Malaysia Airlines (Malaysia)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Malaysia Airlines does not permit pets to fly in the cabin on its flights. However, pets can be booked to fly as special excess baggage in the hold.

Note that this does not apply to destinations where pets can only enter as cargo, including Australia, Brunei, Hong Kong, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Additionally, pets over 32kg (including their crate) or with crate dimensions over 204cm can only fly as cargo.

See: https://askmh.malaysiaairlines.com/faq/s/article/Can-I-bring-live-animals?language=en_US

Nepal Airlines (Nepal)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Nepal Airlines does not fly pets in the cabin, but pets can be carried in the hold, except on Airbus A320 flights. For further information if you are not booking through a travel agent, it is best to contact the NAC Cargo offices.

See: https://nepalairlines.com.np/home/faqs

Nok Air (Thailand)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Nok Air does not allow pets in the cabin. Pets can only fly on Nok Air flights as cargo, booked through Nok Air Cargo. This service is only available on Boeing 737-operated flights, with limits on the total number of pets.

See: https://content.nokair.com/en/Journey-Planning/Nok-Air-Cargo.aspx

Oman Air (Oman)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Oman Air does not pets to travel in the cabin on flights. Pets can only be booked to fly as excess luggage or as cargo in their temperature-controlled, ventilated holds, with restrictions on brachycephalic dogs and cats and dangerous dog breeds.

In cases where the weight of the crate (plus your pet) exceeds 75kg, its total dimensions exceeds 292cm, you are not flying on the same flight, or it is a requirement of the destination country, pets must travel as cargo.

Rates vary between $90 and $600, depending on the kennel size and route.

See: https://www.omanair.com/au/en/travelling-w-pets

Philippine Airlines (Philippines)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Philippine Airlines does not fly pets in the cabin, but will fly them in the hold, whether as excess baggage or as cargo.

The maximum weight and the charges that apply vary depending on the destination. A booking is required at least 48 hours in advance and brachycephalic animals will not be accepted.

See: https://www.philippineairlines.com/before-you-fly/baggage-information/special-baggage/pets

Qatar Airways (Qatar)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

The only animals that are permitted to fly in the cabin on Qatar Airways flights are service animals on certain routes and falcons; no pet dogs are permitted.

Pet dogs instead need to travel in the hold, whether as excess baggage or as cargo. For pets travelling as excess baggage, a maximum weight of 32kg applies (including the crate) and normal excess baggage rates apply. Request to book your pet at least 48 hours in advance.

See: https://www.qatarairways.com/en-au/baggage/animals.html, https://www.qatarairways.com/tradeportal/en/faq/carriage-of-animals-faq.html

Royal Brunei Airlines (Brunei)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

All pets are required to travel with Royal Brunei as manifest cargo. No pets are permitted in the cabin or as excess baggage.

See: https://www.flyroyalbrunei.com/rba/carriage-conditions.php

Royal Jordanian (Jordan)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

Both pet dogs and cats are allowed to travel in the cabin on Royal Jordanian airline flights, but only in the economy class cabin on flights up to 5 hours in duration. Up to two pets are allowed in the cabin, and must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.

The pet and its carrier must weigh no more than 7kg, with maximum carrier dimensions of 50 x 40 x 26cm. The fee charged is $65 for flights to Aqaba, $75 for flights to and from Beirut, $150 for other flights within the Middle East, or $180 for flights to and from Europe.

Pets are also permitted to fly as excess baggage in the hold, with rates varying between $250 and $800, depending on the weight, dimensions and route, except for reduced fees on flights to Aqaba. For crates over 45kg or 250cm in total dimensions, additional charges apply. Up to four pets can be flown in the hold per flight.

See: https://rj.com/en/info-and-tips/special-services/flying-with-pets

Scoot (Singapore)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Scoot doesn’t accept pets for travel, whether in the cabin or in the hold. Only service dogs accompanying passengers with visual or hearing impairments are allowed on board.

See: https://www.flyscoot.com/en/plan/before-you-fly/travel-information

Shenzhen Airlines (China)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Like other Chinese Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines permits the transportation of cats and small dogs as excess baggage. A weight limit of 32kg per container applies, with a limit of two containers per flight.

Pets will be charged based on their weight, including their container, using the applicable excess luggage rate.

See: https://globalpage.shenzhenair.com/zhair/cms/static/pages/wcm/static-navigation/Itinerary/BaggageServices/SpecialBaggage/SpecialBaggage_en?language_id=102

Singapore Airlines (Singapore)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

While Singapore Airlines does not fly pets in the cabin, it will accept pets to fly in the hold, except for on Boeing 737-operated flights and flights SQ21 departing New York.

Pets can either fly as excess baggage or as cargo, depending on the destination. A weight limit of 32kg, including their kennel, applies to pets travelling as excess baggage. There are different maximum heights depending on the aircraft.

You will need to get in touch with the airline as least 2 weeks before your flight. Additional baggage fees apply, based on the route, plus the weight or number of pieces.

See: https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/us/travel-info/special-assistance/travelling-with-pets/

SpiceJet (India)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

SpiceJet does not permit the transport of animals, except for guide dogs for the visually impaired, on international flights.

On the other hand, while no allowance is made for guide dogs on domestic flights, pets can be carried as cargo on domestic flights. Contact their cargo division, SpiceExpress.

See: https://corporate.spicejet.com/GeneralAirTravelFaq.aspx, https://www.spicexpress.com/getPage?slug=live-animals

SriLankan Airlines (Sri Lanka)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Pets are not permitted to fly in the cabin on SriLankan Airlines flights, they can only fly in the hold as checked baggage, on flights where the hold is temperature-controlled and where the destination permits.

The cost for flying pets as excess baggage are the normal excess baggage rates. Contact the Global call centre for more information. Larger and more unusual pets can fly as cargo through SriLankan Cargo.

See: https://www.srilankan.com/en_uk/plan-and-book/luggage

t’way Air (South Korea)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

New Korean airline t’way Air allows pets to fly in the cabin, but only on domestic flights and selected international flights. Pets are not allowed in the Business Saver zone, and no pets are carried in the hold.

Only dogs, cats and house birds (on domestic only flights) can be transported, with a maximum weight of 9kg including their carrier. Hard carriers should be no larger than 37cm wide or 23cm high, while soft carriers can be up to 26cm high. t’carriers can be purchased at the airport.

Up to six pets can be transported on each flight, but only one per adult passenger. A charge of 30,000 won applies on domestic flights, and between 100,000 and 200,000 won (up to $152 USD as of December 2023) on international flights.

Additionally, one stroller or car seat can be checked for free per pet, including at the boarding gate (as long as the foldable stroller is one piece).

See: https://www.twayair.com/app/serviceInfo/contents/1070

Thai Airways (Thailand)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

Thai Airways does not permit pets to fly in the cabin on their flights, but it will fly pets as checked baggage in the hold.

Note that this is not possible on A320 aircraft, to and from selected destinations, or for snub-nosed dog breeds. For more details, contact your local Thai Airways office.

See: https://www.thaiairways.com/en_SG/plan/travel_information/pet_travel.page

VietJet Air (Vietnam)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? No

VietJet Air does not permit animals to fly on its flights, whether in the cabin or in the hold.

See: https://www.vietjetair.com/en/pages/terms-and-conditions-vietjet-1608015385508

Vietnam Airlines (Vietnam)

Pets Allowed in the Cabin? Yes

After Vietnam Airlines temporarily stopped permitting animals to fly in the cabin during the Covid pandemic, this service is once again offered on their flights.

There is a 6kg weight limit, including the carrier, and bookings need to be made at least 24 hours in advance. The carrier should be no larger than 35 x 30 x 20cm and be rigid, not soft. Only dogs and cats are accepted, with a list of short-nosed breeds not carried.

A charge of 5,000,000 VND applies for domestic flights, with a fee of $300 to $600 USD for international flights.

Additionally, dogs and cats can fly as checked baggage on Vietnam Airlines flights. An advance booking at least 24 hours in advance is required, and there may be restrictions depending on the aircraft and the local temperatures. The maximum weight of the pet and kennel is 32kg. Live animals can also be transported as cargo.

See: https://www.vietnamairlines.com/vn/en/buy-tickets-other-products/special-services/traveling-with-pet

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