🔄 Updated : June 30, 2026

On ANA (All Nippon Airways) (Japan), dogs are not allowed in the cabin (except assistance dogs): they travel in the hold, in an approved crate. Here are the conditions, the weight limit and the steps to prepare your companion’s flight.

In the cabin: no

ANA (All Nippon Airways) does not allow dogs in the cabin (except assistance dogs). Cabin is off-limits except for guide dogs (and psychiatric service dogs on US/Canada/Mexico routes).

In the hold

Your dog travels in the pressurized, heated hold in an IATA-compliant crate, with a combined dog + crate weight of up to 45 kg (99 lb). Indicative fee: €200–400 (~$230–460).

Airline conditions: Checked baggage, dog + crate max 45 kg (99 lb); max 3 pets per flight; snub-nosed breed embargo from May 1 to October 31.

Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds

Like most airlines, ANA (All Nippon Airways) restricts flat-faced breeds (Bulldogs, Pugs, Boxers, etc.), which are generally banned from the hold because of the respiratory risk. If your dog is brachycephalic, the cabin isn’t an option here, so confirm the rules with the airline before booking.

⚠️ Heat: seasonal embargoes may apply during periods of high temperatures. Check the dates of your trip. Our advice: heatstroke in dogs.

How to book

Pet spots on board are limited: book as early as possible.

  1. Buy your ticket, then contact ANA (All Nippon Airways) to add your dog to the reservation.
  2. Prepare the health documents (microchip ID, rabies vaccination, health certificate or pet passport, sometimes a rabies titer test) — see our guide to international travel with a dog.
  3. Choose the right container: an approved soft-sided carrier (cabin) or an IATA crate (hold). Size it with our IATA dog crate calculator.

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➡️ Next step : your journey

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  2. Choose an IATA-compliant travel crate
  3. Prepare your dog for the stress of flying
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🌍 Where can you fly with ANA (All Nippon Airways)? Our entry-requirement guides for its destinations: Japan, European Union, New Zealand, Portugal, Thailand, United Kingdom.

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my dog in the cabin on ANA (All Nippon Airways)?
No, only assistance dogs are allowed in the cabin.
Does ANA (All Nippon Airways) transport dogs in the hold?
Yes, up to 45 kg (99 lb) (dog + crate), in an IATA-compliant crate — but snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds are usually excluded.
How much does it cost to fly a dog on ANA (All Nippon Airways)?
As a guideline: €200–400 (~$230–460) in the hold. The final fee depends on your route and is confirmed at booking.

Sources

ANA (All Nippon Airways) — pet policy, accessed June 2026. Conditions and fees change regularly — double-check with ANA before booking.