PET flights BY PRIVATE JET
Pet flights by private jet are easy with Charter-A Ltd. Your pet dog, cat, bird or any other pet animal is not treated as air cargo. They are looked upon as one of us so therefore they fly in the cabin of our private jets, helicopters and air taxis.
Booking a flight on one of our pet-friendly aircraft could not be easier. Our crews, operations teams and ground handling staff that look after and fly the private jets are also pet friendly, so we are all here to help get you and your four-legged friends where you need to be with the least amount of fuss. Request a private jet quote for you and your pets.
For a country-by-country guide to what your dog or cat needs to leave the UK, enter another country and come home again, see the pet travel rules on Pet Friendly Flights, checked against official sources.
PET TRAVEL RULES
Your pet must have one of the following documents to enter or return to the UK.
- An EU pet passport issued in the EU (or in GB if issued before 1 January 2021), or a pet passport from another Part 1 listed third country. An EU pet passport issued in a member state is still valid to enter GB.
- The animal health certificate (AHC) issued in GB used to travel to the EU – which you can use to re-enter GB for up to 4 months after it was issued
A GB pet health certificate (for travel into GB only)
See full details on the
UK GOVERNMENT WEBSITE
FLYING YOUR PET INTO THE UK
For a dog or other pet to enter the UK on board our aircraft.
- Pet details, name, date of birth etc.
- Microchip number and date of the implant.
- Valid rabies, cannot be given until the pet is at least 12 weeks old and then 22 days before entering the UK, it also must be administered after or same day as a microchip.
- Anti-echinococcus (tapeworm) treatment, is to be administered 24-120 hours before entering the UK, it must contain praziquantel and be entered into the passport or Annex 1V dated/timed/signed and stamped by the vet.
FLYING YOUR PET INTO EUROPE AND EU COUNTRIES
For a dog or other pet to enter the EU on our aircraft, we will require the following information:
- Each animal has to be identified (microchipped).
- Each animal has to be vaccinated against rabies and the vaccination must be valid.
- For each animal an Animal Health Certificate containing a confirmation of a serological test for rabies antibodies.
Animal HEALTH CERTIFICATE
A fit for travel animal health certificate means that you should contact your vet in good time prior to your travel. The main vaccinations should have been administered at least 21 days prior to travel. The health certificate consists of the following.
- Details of the pet owner.
- Proof of Rabies vaccination must be at least 3 weeks prior to the health certificate appointment at your vet along with a confirmed UK rabies vaccination within the last 3 years. A rabies blood test may be required.
- Tapeworm treatment for dogs again as required by your destination.
- In the country you intend to enter, the Health Certificate must be issued in their language.
Can I take my dog on a private jet?
Yes. Your dog sits in the cabin with you, on a lead or in a soft carrier, for the whole flight. It never travels in the hold, and cats and other small pets travel the same way. Dogs of almost every size can fly: tell us the breed, age and weight when you enquire and we choose an aircraft to suit. We confirm the current paperwork for your route when we quote, and tell you exactly which documents to bring.
Read our full guide, can you take dogs on a private jet in the UK? See some of the passengers we have carried in the dog flight gallery, or read the fuller answer on Pet Friendly Flights: can I take my dog on a private jet?
Benefits of flying your dog or cat by private jet
- Your four-legged friend or friends sit in the cabin with you.
- We are a pet-friendly carrier: no animal goes in the aircraft hold, ever.
- We make sure you can take your dog for a stroll before getting on your flight.
- Pet entry clearance is arranged in advance, so there is no long wait to clear your entry, and the airport officer responsible very often comes on board to say hello.
- Dogs, cats and humans all arrive without stress.
Charter-A Ltd can give your pet the same travel comforts as you have on your private jet, so your dog feels at ease sitting next to you. Charter a private jet from any location and we will preclear you and your pet, avoiding the queues and stresses of commercial travel.
Flights coming into the UK with pets on board need to pass through an approved airport, whereas pets travelling within Europe need the right paperwork for the country concerned. We manage the clearances for you.
Tapeworm treatment
You do not need to treat your dog for tapeworm if you are travelling directly to GB from Finland, the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Norway or Malta.
The full rules, country by country
Pet travel rules change, so we keep a separate, regularly checked guide on our sister site, Pet Friendly Flights. Start with leaving Great Britain with a pet or bringing a pet into Great Britain, browse the rules for every country, see what it costs to fly a dog by private jet and read real example routes with prices. To see which countries need a health certificate, visit www.gov.uk/take-pet-abroad or contact our flight operations team by phone or at petsonjets@charter-a.com.
Faqs
What documentation does my pet need to travel internationally on a private jet from the UK?
For travel from the UK to EU countries, your pet will need a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination administered after microchipping and at least 21 days before travel, and an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by an official veterinarian in the UK, valid for travel into the EU. For dogs entering the UK from the EU, a tapeworm (anti-echinococcus) treatment containing praziquantel must be administered 24 to 120 hours before arrival and recorded in the pet passport or AHC. We strongly recommend contacting your vet at least 6 weeks before travel to ensure all vaccinations and documentation are in order. Full details of current requirements are available on the UK Government website.
Which pets can travel on a Charter-A private jet?
Dogs and cats are the most frequently flown pets with Charter-A, but we also arrange travel for birds and other pet animals. The specific requirements vary by aircraft type, destination, and the pet's size. For unusual pets or larger animals, call us on +44 20 7781 8094 to discuss the most appropriate aircraft and any specific requirements for your pet's travel. We have experience with a wide range of animals and will advise honestly on what is practical and comfortable for your specific situation.
How far in advance should I book a pet flight with Charter-A?
We recommend booking as early as possible — particularly for international pet travel — to allow sufficient time to ensure all veterinary documentation, vaccinations, and health certificates are in order before the departure date. Vaccination timings are legally prescribed: for example, a rabies vaccination must be administered at least 21 days before travel to the EU. Last-minute pet flights are possible for domestic UK routes, but international pet travel involves regulatory requirements that cannot be rushed. Contact us on +44 20 7781 8094 as early as possible to discuss your pet's travel requirements and timeline.
Can Charter-A fly my pet to destinations outside the EU?
Yes, subject to the specific entry regulations of the destination country. Pet import rules vary considerably between countries — some require additional testing (such as rabies titre tests), extended quarantine periods, or breed-specific restrictions. Charter-A will advise on the general requirements for your destination, but we strongly recommend verifying the current regulations with the official veterinary authority of the destination country or via your vet well in advance of travel, as these rules change and vary by species and breed.