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Korean Air pet policy: flying with a dog or cat
Korean Air accepts dogs and cats in the cabin and 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
- Yesup to 7 kgService: recalculated at check-in based on actual weight
- Hold (checked)
- Yesup to 45 kgService: recalculated at check-in
- Cargo
- No
What to check before you book
- Minimum age: 8 weeks.
- 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. koreanair.com
Common questions
- Can I fly with my dog in the cabin on Korean Air?
- Yes, Korean Air accepts small dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 7 kg including the carrier, in a carrier that fits under the seat.
- Does Korean Air accept pets in the hold?
- Yes, Korean Air accepts pets in the hold, up to 45 kg with the crate, in an IATA-compliant crate.
- Does Korean Air accept short-nosed breeds?
- We found no restriction specific to short-nosed breeds on Korean Air's official page. Still check when you book.