Does Air New Zealand allow pets on flights?

Yes, Air New Zealand allows pets on flights, and certain policies and procedures need to be followed, as mentioned below. 

As per the rule, the dog must be in a well-built carrier that is properly cushioned and has enough space for the pet to move up and down. 

The carrier must be ventilated holes at the upper half of three sides instead of the door. 

Airport staff will use the cable tie to secure a cage and prevent accidental opening. 

It has been suggested that you use the vaccine for your dog if the animal suffers from certain diseases. A vaccine certificate needs to be submitted at the airport so that after verification, there will be certainty that taking your dog on the flight is safe. 

The carrier must be installed with a small water container that must be fillable from outside the carrier. 

The airline authority will not allow a carrier that does not fit the given size or as per the construction requirements. 

Add the pet on an Air New Zealand flight. 

You can add the pet to an Air New Zealand flight by filling out the form and submitting it to the airline authority. The form needs to be filled with the necessary details mentioned below. 

• Booking reference number and last name.
• Add the pet name, age, and type.
• Weight of pet 
• Weight of the pet carrier 
• Passenger's contact details 

Can I fly with my pet to New Zealand?

Yes, you can fly with your pet to New Zealand, as New Zealand flights allow pets in-cabin, but your pet must be comfortable and safe during the flight, so make them travel in a carrier as per the approval given by international air transport. 

If the pet is standing outside the carrier, then no part of the pet should be taller or longer than the carrier. 

The carrier must be wide enough for the pet to turn around easily and long enough for them to lie comfortably with their extending paws. 

You need to cover the carrier with absorbent material such as paper, shredded newspaper, or a puppy pee pad. 

As per the rule, only kittens and puppies over 8 weeks will be acceptable for travel. 

The airline allows up to 3 weaned kittens or puppies to be in the same litter, less than six months old, and not over 14 kg each. 

How much does it cost to fly a dog to New Zealand?

The cost of flying a dog to New Zealand depends on the type of flight and the route to the dream destination. The pet's size and weight determine the cost of the trip. In case the pet weight is up to 25kg: NZD$75 and the pet weight is over 25 kg, then the airline will charge 100$. You need to inform the pet authority regarding the registration so proper arrangements can be made, and the calculative decisions will be made based on the dog type. 

Does Air New Zealand allow pets in the cabin?

Yes, as per the Air New Zealand permit, pets are allowed in the cabin, but with the proper care, the pet must be kept in a well-designed carrier and cushioned adequately with soft materials. The carrier dimension must be under the 60 cm minimum of 2 if the carrier exceeds 60 cm. The carrier must have a leakproof floor so that water or litter will not spread outside the cabin. 

If the carrier has been locked, then the locking pins must extend a minimum length of 1.6 cm into the top and bottom lips. 

For further information, feel free to contact the Air New Zealand team at the toll-free number available 24 hours a day and seven days a week.