Jin Air: Pet Policy

What methods of transport does Jin Air (LJ) provide for my pet?

  • Travel in the passenger cabin.
  • Checked as baggage.

How to apply

Carry-on
  • Online : After reserving flight, My Page > Reservation Details > Request Pet Service
  • Customer Service Center : Request through the Customer Service Center (1600-6200) after reserving flight
  • Airport : Request during boarding procedures (Note that on-site applications may be denied according to limitations in the allowable pet count.)
 
Checked Baggage Acceptance
  • Customer Service Center : Request through the Customer Service Center (1600-6200) after reserving flight
  • Airport : Request during boarding procedures (Note that on-site applications may be denied according to limitations in the allowable pet count.)

Can I purchase a seat for my pet?

No. 

Does my pet qualify for travel on Jin Air (LJ) as checked baggage?

Checked pets that meet the following qualifications can travel as checked baggage:

  • A hard case made of wood, metal, plastic or other materials that are waterproof, ventilated, and able to be locked with sufficient space for the pet to move around in, and may be opened from the outside in case of emergencies.
  • Please feed your pet food and water at least 2 hours before the airplane takes off, and prepare lay paper, a towel, or a blanket at the floor of the cage. Please write your English name and emergency phone number on the cage's exterior.
  • Transport may be denied if the above conditions are not met.

What are the fees associated with pet transport on Jin Air (LJ)?

In cabin

  • Korean domestic flights : KRW10,000 (paid at airport)
  • International flights : The difference will be charged according to excess baggage charge/weight standards for each route (paid at airport)
Checked baggage
  • Korean domestic flights : KRW 2,000/KG
  • International flights:
  • Japan/China/Taipei ~32KG : KRW100,000(USD100) 33KG~45KG : KRW200,000(USD200)
  • South-East Asia/Guam ~32KG : KRW150,000(USD150) 33KG~45KG : KRW300,000(USD300)
  • Honolulu ~32KG : KRW200,000(USD200) 33KG~45KG : KRW400,000(USD400)

What documentation is required for transporting a pet on Jin Air (LJ)?

Domestic: Pet Transport Declaration

International:

  • Pet Transport Declaration
  • Rabies Vaccination Certificate
  • Vaccination Certificate

In case of international documents required, rules surrounding pet travel vary around the world. Please confirm the necessary documents in advance with the embassy or consulate of your destination country.

You can write a Pet Transport Declaration at the airport.

Please prepare the necessary documents and submit at the Check-in Counter.

Are there any other restrictions for transporting a pet on Jin Air (LJ)?

Please visit Jin Air's (LJ) site for further information.

Service animals traveling on Jin Air (LJ).

Please contact a representative at Jin Air (LJ) directly for detailed information about traveling with a service animal.