Asiana Airlines

Asiana Airlines – Pet Policy

Quick Reference Table

Pet Type	Cabin	Checked Baggage / Hold	Cargo	Notes
Dog	Yes (≤7 kg incl. carrier, >8/16 weeks old, 1 per pax, no business class, no UK)	Yes (≤45 kg incl. crate; crate max 285cm/84cmH; schedule breed ban)	Yes	Brachycephalic/strong/aggressive breeds banned as checked pets; all docs required; fees by route/weight
Cat	Yes (same as dog)	Yes (excl. flat-faced cats as checked pet/cargo)	Yes	Persian, Himalayan, Exotic, British Shorthair, Scottish Fold not accepted as checked/cargo
Bird	Yes (household species, ≤7kg incl. cage)	Yes (covered cage, ≤45kg/cage)	Yes	CITES, import/export docs as required; pairs and young rules
Rabbit	No	No	Special cargo only	Contact airline/agent
Reptile	No	No	Cargo only (conditions apply)	Contact cargo office for permits
Fish	No	No	Cargo only	Check cargo and country rules

All pets must be reserved in advance: 24h (domestic) or 48h (international). In-cabin: 1 pet per pax, ≤7 kg incl. crate, not in Business Class or to UK. Brachycephalic/flat-faced breeds not accepted as checked pets. Fees vary by route: ~KRW 90,000–590,000 ($90–$590 USD).

General Policy Overview

PETS IN CABIN: Dogs, cats, and birds (household). Max 1 per passenger, ≤7kg (incl. carrier), >8 weeks (domestic), >16 weeks (international). Carrier: 45x35x21 cm max. Not in Business Class, not to UK. Reserve 24–48h early.
PETS AS CHECKED BAGGAGE/HOLD: Dogs, cats, birds accepted if over 7kg (total up to 45kg incl. crate; max crate size 285cm L+W+H, 84cm H max). Breed/species restrictions. No snub-nosed/strong/aggressive breeds accepted as checked pets. Covered cages needed for birds.
CARGO (Manifest): Special shipments (rabbits, reptiles, fish, large/strong breeds or oversized pets) may be accepted as manifest cargo with correct documentation and by prior arrangement.
BREED RESTRICTIONS: Bulldogs, Boxers, Pugs, Shih Tzu, King Charles Spaniel, Persian, Himalayan, Exotic, British Shorthair, Scottish Fold, etc. cannot travel as checked pets/cargo. Confirm with airline.
DOCUMENTATION: Health/vet certificate and rabies certificate (for pets >3 months), import/export/CITES docs, microchip (by route), all per destination country law. Emotional Support Animals recognized only on flights to/from US with medical note.
SERVICE ANIMALS: Guide/service dogs travel free in-cabin (advance reservation, proof of training, must be >16 weeks, leashed/harnessed, fit in passenger foot area).

Pet-Specific Guidance

Dogs: Cabin if ≤7kg, >8/16 wks, not in business or UK. Checked/cargo if over limit, not banned breed. All doc requirements must be met. Puppies under 6 months: pair/mother rules.
Cats: Same as dogs. Flat-faced breeds not allowed as checked/cargo. Must meet doc requirements, crate rules.
Birds: Household species ok in cabin (pair allowed), or as checked/cargo (pairs/young fees). CITES/permits needed for some. Must be in covered cage as checked/cargo.
Rabbits, Reptiles, Fish: Not allowed in-cabin or as checked; by cargo or arrangement only (call airline for conditions).

Fees & Booking

Korea domestic: KRW 30,000–60,000
Korea–Japan/China/Hong Kong/Taiwan/Mongolia: KRW 140,000–290,000 (USD 140–290)
Other Asia routes: KRW 210,000–440,000 (USD 210–440)
US/Europe/Oceania: up to KRW 590,000 (USD 590)
Fee is by weight/route; see website for full fee chart

Woofly Tips

Always book your pet spot at least 24h (domestic) or 48h (international) early—no animals accepted without advance reservation.
Review breed bans, especially for snub-nosed and flat-faced breeds, even for birds/cats.
Carry all original paperwork and digital copies—requirements vary by route/destination for import/export, microchip, rabies, health, and CITES certificates.
Pets not meeting doc, crate, or reservation rules will be denied boarding—arrive early and confirm at check-in.
Pair/young animal rules allow transport of 2 puppies/kittens <6 months, mother w/ litter, or a pair of birds. All else: 1 pet per carrier.

Last updated: July 22, 2025