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Korean Air pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
Korean Air accepts dogs, cats and small birds in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat. Fees, carrier sizes, breed rules and how to book, checked against the official policy.
Checked against the official page · 15 Oct 2026| Pets in the cabin | Yes: Dog, Cat, Budgie / canary |
|---|---|
| Cabin weight limit | No fixed limit: the pet must fit in an under-seat carrier |
| Cabin carrier | must fit under the seat; designated pet seats |
| Good to know | 1 animal in the cabin per passenger. Cabin weight limit not stated on the page we checked: confirm. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat, Other bird |
| Hold limit | 45 kg including the kennel. 2 checked pets per passenger |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Check with the airline |
| Fees | Up to 32 kg: KRW 30,000 domestic, USD 150 NE Asia, USD 300 long-haul; 32–45 kg: double |
| How to book | Needs prior confirmation from the Korean Air Service Center |
| Cargo and other animals | Korean Air Cargo. |
Here is the Korean Air pet policy in plain English, checked against the official Korean Air page on 15 Oct 2026. Korean Air accepts dogs, cats and small birds in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat. Below, you’ll find what it means for your trip, plus a short checklist before you book.
Korean Air pet policy for the cabin
On Korean Air, dogs, cats and small birds can travel with you in the cabin. There is no fixed weight limit, but your pet must fit comfortably in a carrier under the seat in front of you. Carrier rules: must fit under the seat; designated pet seats. Also note: 1 animal in the cabin per passenger. Cabin weight limit not stated on the page we checked: confirm.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on Korean Air
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on Korean Air: dogs, cats and birds. The limit is 45 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: 2 checked pets per passenger.
Korean Air Cargo.
Fees and how to book a pet on Korean Air
Fee: Up to 32 kg: KRW 30,000 domestic, USD 150 NE Asia, USD 300 long-haul; 32–45 kg: double. How to book: Needs prior confirmation from the Korean Air Service Center. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Before you book: Korean Air pet policy checklist
- First, weigh your pet together with its carrier or kennel, because airlines check the total weight at the airport.
- Next, check the entry rules of your destination, such as microchip, rabies vaccine and health papers. Our pet travel requirements page links to the official sources.
- Then, book your pet at the same time as your own seat, since pet places on each flight are limited.
- Finally, confirm the details on the official Korean Air pet policy page, because rules and fees can change.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my pet in the cabin on Korean Air?
Yes. Korean Air accepts dog, cat, budgie / canary in the cabin. There is no fixed weight limit, but the carrier must fit under the seat in front of you. Carrier: must fit under the seat; designated pet seats.
Can my pet fly in the hold on Korean Air?
Yes: dog, cat, other bird. The limit is 45 kg including the kennel.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Korean Air?
Up to 32 kg: KRW 30,000 domestic, USD 150 NE Asia, USD 300 long-haul; 32–45 kg: double. Fees change often, so confirm the exact amount when you book.
This summary is a guide, not legal or veterinary advice. Airlines change their rules often: always confirm with Korean Air before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.