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Air New Zealand pet policy: flying with a dog or cat
Air New Zealand accepts dogs and cats in the hold. Here are its conditions, read on its official page, and the catches to know before you book.
What the airline accepts
- Cabin
- No
- Hold (checked)
- YesPublished fees: 120 NZD flat rate, payable at the airport
- Cargo
- No
What to check before you book
- On a codeshare, the rules of the airline OPERATING the flight apply, not the one on your ticket.
These conditions also depend on the route and date: some destinations close the cabin, and the arrival country has its own rules. The check is free.
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Conditions read on the airline's official page, verified on September 23, 2026. airnewzealand.com
Common questions
- Can I fly with my dog in the cabin on Air New Zealand?
- No, Air New Zealand does not accept pets in the cabin (assistance dogs aside).
- Does Air New Zealand accept pets in the hold?
- Yes, Air New Zealand accepts pets in the hold, in an IATA-compliant crate.
- Does Air New Zealand accept short-nosed breeds?
- We found no restriction specific to short-nosed breeds on Air New Zealand's official page. Still check when you book.