Japan Airlines carries dogs and cats in the hold up to 32 kg. The pet's place is booked in advance — at least 48 h before departure.
A separate breed ban applies to 2 breeds. Direct flights reach 25 countries, but flying there and taking a pet are different questions: the destination country has its own entry rules.
A personal plan combines the airline's rules with the destination's
The conditions that send people back to the ticket desk: closed destinations, breeds, heat limits and how early the pet must be booked.
French Bulldogs and Bulldogs are not accepted. For other brachycephalic breeds, puppies, and senior dogs — caution advised regarding travel dates/times due to heat sensitivity.
Japan Airlines flies direct to 25 countries according to the schedules. Flying there is not the same as taking a pet: the destination country has its own entry rules, and the carrier itself closes some routes to animals.
| Country | Cities | Cabin | Hold |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | 188 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 39 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 8 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇨🇳 China | 5 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇧🇸 Bahamas | 3 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | 2 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | 2 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇮🇳 India | 2 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | 2 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 2 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇹🇼 Taiwan | 2 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 2 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | 1 | no pets | ✓ |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | 1 | no pets | ✓ |
The destinations with the most cities are shown; countries where pets are not carried are always shown. A country's entry requirements are on its own guide.
Every number above comes from the carrier's official page. Check it before buying: airlines change the rules without notice.
No, pets are not accepted in the cabin.
No hold restriction is recorded.
At least 48 hours before departure.