China Southern Airlines Pet Policy 2026: Fees, Carrier Size, Breed Rules

Region: Asia-Pacific · IATA code CZ

China Southern Airlines pet travel summary

In-cabin pets: Not allowed.
Cargo / checked baggage pets: Allowed.
Pet fee: $250 USD (per segment, subject to change).
Allowed pet types: dog, cat, bird.

China Southern Airlines breed restrictions

The following breeds may be restricted or prohibited on China Southern Airlines:

Brachycephalic/snub-nosed breeds (Pug, Bulldog, Shih Tzu, Persian, Himalayan)
Aggressive breeds (Pit Bull, Mastiff, Chow Chow, Staffordshire Terrier)

Temperature restrictions

Not explicitly stated. Similar carriers embargo below -12°C or above 30°C.

Cargo / hold travel notes

Checked baggage in cargo hold. Max 90x60x66 cm crate with protective net/straps. Max 32 kg total (pet + carrier + food). Domestic fees 398-1398 CNY; international 1380-3500 RMB / $200-500 USD tiered by weight. Recent 'Pets on Board' in-cabin service on select domestic China routes via app (2024-2025).

Booking notes

Apply 24h+ before domestic / 48h+ before international via airline. Confirmation required. Check-in 120 minutes early. Contact (+86) 400-869-5539.

Always verify directly with China Southern Airlines

Airline pet policies change without notice. Before booking, confirm fees, carrier dimensions, breed restrictions, and embargoes directly with China Southern Airlines via their official pet policy page: https://www.csair.com/en/tourguide/luggage_service/small_animal/.

Data last verified 2026-06-08 from Direct from China Southern Airlines.

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