EZEJNB
Flying with your pet from Buenos Aires (EZE) to Johannesburg (JNB)
What to check before booking: which airlines take your pet, at what price, and what entry into Johannesburg requires.
2 airlines accept your pet on this route, 1 of them in cabin. Minimum lead time: 180 days.
Rules verified on September 16, 2026
Blockers on this route
- Long-preparation destination, up to 180 days (permit, titer test, sometimes quarantine on arrival).
Minimum lead time
180 Allow at least 180 days between the first vet step and departure.
The dated plan for your pet
Free search: the airlines that accept your pet on this route, their transport mode and their fees. The full dated plan is €19, a single payment.
See the airlines for EZE → JNBAirlines on this route
| Airline | Travels as | Pet fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerolíneas Argentinas | In cabin | quoted on request | Verified at source |
| South African Airways | Checked hold | 300 ZAR VAT included (domestic South Africa) | Verified at source |
From $300 to $300 depending on airline and travel mode. These are the carriers' published amounts; they cover neither vet work nor the crate.
Derived corridor The rules below follow from the same official sources, but this specific route was not re-verified individually — only 9 corridors were. Confirm with your airline and the destination authorities.
What this means in practice
Of the 2 airlines serving Buenos Aires → Johannesburg with a pet, one take it in the cabin, 2 in the hold as checked baggage and one through cargo — a single airline may offer more than one of these.
The highest cabin weight limit on this route is 9 kg, with Aerolíneas Argentinas. Above that, 2 airlines still take the animal in the hold.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take my dog in the cabin from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg?
Yes, with Aerolíneas Argentinas. The highest limit on this route is 9 kg with Aerolíneas Argentinas. The others publish a lower limit or none at all, and in every case the pet must fit under the seat.
How long does it take to prepare the trip?
Allow at least 180 days between the first vet step and departure.
What paperwork is required to enter Johannesburg?
An import permit and an endorsed health certificate are generally required — checked against South African Government.
Can a large dog travel in the hold on Buenos Aires → Johannesburg?
Yes, with Aerolíneas Argentinas, South African Airways. Above the published limits, cargo remains — a shipment separate from the passenger ticket.
How much does it cost to fly the pet?
From $300 to $300 depending on airline and travel mode. These are the carriers' published amounts; they cover neither vet work nor the crate.