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China Southern pet policy: flying with a dog or cat
China Southern accepts dogs and cats in the hold and as cargo. 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)
- YesService: quoted on request
- Cargo
- Yes
What to check before you book
- Book your pet at least 48 hours ahead.
- 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. csair.com
Common questions
- Can I fly with my dog in the cabin on China Southern?
- No, China Southern does not accept pets in the cabin (assistance dogs aside).
- Does China Southern accept pets in the hold?
- Yes, China Southern accepts pets in the hold, in an IATA-compliant crate.
- Does China Southern accept short-nosed breeds?
- We found no restriction specific to short-nosed breeds on China Southern's official page. Still check when you book.