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Special Assistance

Traveling with Pets

Pets Allowed for Transport

Dogs, cats, and birds

How to Request Service

Please request service through the reservation center at least 48 hours before the departure time.

Fees

Based on Departures from Korea

KRW 130,000KRW 280,000

Based on Local Departures

JPY 13,000 / HKD 1,040 / USD 130JPY 28,000 / HKD 2,240 / USD 280
  • Pet fees are charged separately from the allowable baggage limit and are based on one-way travel.
  • Weight includes the pet container.
  • Payments can only be made in the local currency of the departure airport, and for itineraries with multiple segments, the currency of the first departure country will apply.

    e.g.

    For departures from Incheon, payments can only be made in KRW

    • However, for departures from Vietnam, payment will be made in USD instead of the local currency.
  • Routes departing from Hong Kong to Incheon allow for pets, but routes departing from Incheon to Hong Kong do not allow pets.

Usage Instructions

01Preparation

1

Obtain Transportation Approval

Contact the reservation center to get transportation approval at least 48 hours before your flight.
2

Check Pet Transport Regulations

3

Prepare the Pet Transport Container

  • The container should provide ample space for your pet to move comfortably.
  • It must have ventilation, and have a locking mechanism that can be opened by other passengers or a crew member in an emergency
  • It must have a sealed and waterproof bottom (please place a waterproof pad, towel, or blanket at the bottom of the container)
  • For birds, a metal cage is required, and the outside should be covered with opaque fabric.
  • For more details on transport containers, please refer to the IATA Traveler’s Pet Corner.
4

Prepare Documentation

  • Check the regulations for bringing pets into the destination country or region and any quarantine requirements.

  • Prepare two copies of the required documents (one original and one copy).

    • Original - for passenger; Copy - for airline submission.
  • Download two copies of the Pet Transport Affidavit and submit them to the staff at the check-in counter.

02After Arriving at the Airport

5

Obtain Quarantine Certificate

Submit your vaccination certificate and health certificate to the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency to receive the quarantine certificate.
6

Visit the Check-in Counter

Arrive early at the check-in counter with your quarantine certificate and your pet.
7

Weigh Your Pet and Pay the Fee

Follow the staff’s guidance at the check-in counter to weigh your pet and pay any applicable fees.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

  • Purchased pet fares or pet service fees can be canceled and refunded up to 48 hours before the flight departure.
  • In case of itinerary changes or cancellations:

    • Advance seat reservations are refundable up to 48 hours prior to departure.
    • Pet fares or pet service fees are non-refundable within 48 hours prior to departure.
  • Refunds and cancellations can be done through the website or reservation center.

Note

  • If you apply on the day of departure without a reservation made at least 48 hours in advance, travel may not be possible.
  • Transportation may be restricted on certain routes.
  • On-site upgrades for pets may be limited.
  • The maximum capacity for pets per aircraft is up to 7 in the cabin and a maximum of 2 in the cargo hold.
  • Passengers with allergies or sensitivities to animals should inform the staff and follow their instructions during check-in.
  • Pets are not permitted in the emergency exit row or the front row. To maintain distance from previously reserved pets, seat changes may be restricted at the airport.
  • Pets may be denied entry based on the regulations of the destination country. In such cases, all costs associated with the pet’s return will be the responsibility of the accompanying passenger.
  • If your pet barks or causes discomfort to other passengers during check-in or boarding, transportation may be refused. The responsibility for managing the pet during transportation rests with the accompanying passenger, and the airline is not liable for any illness or death of the pet.