Moving your pet domestically on Air New Zealand

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Air New Zealand provides comprehensive guidelines for travelling with pets on domestic flights within New Zealand. Here’s a summary of the key points:

Eligible Pets and Booking Process
Cats, dogs, and small caged birds can travel as checked-in baggage on domestic flights[1]. To add a pet to your booking:
1. Complete the online form with your booking reference, pet details, and contact information.
2. Weigh your pet and its carrier accurately.
3. Pay the pet carriage fee at the airport, which varies based on pet size.
4. Ensure you have sufficient baggage allowance, as the pet carrier counts towards your limit.

Carrier Requirements
Pet carriers must meet International Air Transport Association (IATA) standards:
– Appropriate size for the animal to stand, sit, turn, and lie down comfortably.
– Constructed of approved materials (e.g., fibreglass, metal, rigid plastic).
– Ventilation holes on the upper half of three sides, excluding the door.
– Secure door that forms the whole of one end, with additional cable ties for safety.
– Fitted with a water container accessible from outside.
– Lined with absorbent material for comfort and cleanliness.

Day of Travel Preparations
– Arrive at the airport 60 minutes before departure.
– Check-in passengers first, then take your pet to the designated counter.
– Staff will verify carrier requirements and weigh the pet and carrier.
– Pets will be loaded by trained ground staff to minimize stress.

Arrival and Pick-up
Pets will be brought to the baggage arrival area, potentially before, during, or after regular baggage delivery. Keep your pet in its carrier until you’ve left the terminal building.

Additional Considerations
– For regional routes with multiple pet carriers per person, pets must travel as cargo.
– Familiarize your pet with the carrier at least two weeks before travel.
– Ensure your pet is healthy and fit for travel on the day of the flight.
– No food or toys are permitted in or attached to the carrier during the flight.

By following these guidelines, you can ensure a safe and comfortable journey for your pet when travelling domestically with Air New Zealand.

https://www.airnewzealandcargo.com/national-cargo-pet-services
https://www.airnewzealand.co.nz/travelling-with-pets

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