What are the rules and charges for travelling with animals?
Animals are not permitted in the cabin of Emirates flights, with the exception of falcons between Dubai and certain destinations in Pakistan, and Guide Dogs for the Blind – please see our information on passengers with special needs. All other animals must be transported according to regulations specific to your route: • For all itineraries terminating in Dubai, animals must be transported as cargo, due to UAE government regulations. • For more information on shipping animals as cargo, please contact Emirates SkyCargo or your local cargo agent. • For all other itineraries, falcons, cats, dogs and pet birds can be transported as checked baggage in the hold, provided the total journey time (including any transit time) is less than 17 hours, and all appropriate conditions are met. Please contact your local Emirates office well in advance of travel for more information. Emirates charges normal excess baggage rates for animals transported as checked baggage, based on the combined weight of
