How much does it cost to transport a dog on a plane? Full analysis of the latest prices and precautions
Recently, pet shipping has become a hot topic, especially with the arrival of the summer travel peak. Many pet-raising families are concerned about the cost and process of flying dogs. This article will combine the hot data from the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the price, service differences and precautions for dog air transportation.
1. List of dog air freight prices (latest data in 2023)
| airline | Domestic route basic price | Basic price for international routes | additional service charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air China | 800-1200 yuan | 2000-3500 yuan | Cage rental fee 100-200 yuan |
| China Southern Airlines | 600-1000 yuan | 1800-3000 yuan | Special care fee 200 yuan/time |
| China Eastern Airlines | 700-1100 yuan | 2200-3200 yuan | Priority withdrawal fee 150 yuan |
| Hainan Airlines | 900-1300 yuan | 2500-4000 yuan | Constant temperature cabin surcharge 300 yuan |
2. Key factors affecting price
1.Route distance: The cost of international routes is generally 1.5-3 times higher than that of domestic routes. For example, the average cost of popular China-US routes is about 2,800 yuan.
2.Pet size: Charges are based on weight classification. Common standards are as follows:
| weight range | Price coefficient |
|---|---|
| Below 5kg | Base price×1.0 |
| 5-15kg | Base price×1.3 |
| 15-30kg | Base price×1.8 |
| More than 30kg | Need to apply separately |
3.seasonal fluctuations: Prices generally rise by 20% during the peak season from July to August, and some airlines charge a 15% peak season service fee.
3. Consignment precautions that are hotly discussed across the Internet
1.Documentation requirements: Animal quarantine certificate (valid for 3-5 days) and vaccine booklet (rabies vaccine needs to be vaccinated for more than 21 days) need to be prepared in advance.
2.Comparison of services on popular routes:
| route | Average time taken | special services |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing-Shanghai | 2 hours | Provide real-time monitoring |
| Guangzhou-Chengdu | 3 hours | Equipped with veterinary consultation |
| Shanghai-Los Angeles | 12 hours | Exclusive rest area |
3.Netizens focus on issues: Recent hot searches show that 60% of inquiries involve the risks of shipping short-nosed dogs (such as French bulldogs and pugs). These breeds need to choose an aerobic cabin and pay an additional 30% fee.
4. Professional advice
1. Contact the airline 2-3 weeks in advance to confirm the cabin space. The booking rate for pet cabins on popular routes reaches 85%.
2. It is recommended to purchase pet transportation insurance (the premium is about 5%-8% of the shipping fee). Recently, 23% of users have applied for compensation due to flight delays.
3. Pay attention to new airline regulations: For example, China Southern Airlines will require all checked pets to be microchipped from July, and Air China has new restrictions on cage size.
From the above structured data analysis, it can be seen that the price of dog air transportation is affected by multiple factors. It is recommended to plan in advance according to specific needs. If you need the latest quotation, you can directly call the pet shipping hotline of each airline to obtain real-time information.
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