Moving a pet from Dubai to Johannesburg
FlyMyPet relocates dogs and cats from Dubai to Johannesburg — comparing live airline prices from Dubai (DXB), and handling the paperwork, import permit, IATA crate and customs clearance door to door. Prices start from $1,648 for a single pet, all-inclusive.
Dubai to Johannesburg at a glance
| From price (1 pet) | $1,648 all-inclusive |
| Quarantine in South Africa | None for compliant pets |
| Microchip | Required |
| Arrival clearance | 1-2 hours |
| Airlines on this corridor | 1 carrier compared live |
Live prices from Dubai to Johannesburg
| Route | Airports | Options | From (1 pet) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai → Johannesburg | DXB → JNB | 1 airlines | from $1,648 |
Real prices from our live rate engine for a medium dog (~40 kg chargeable), including documents. Your exact price depends on breed and crate size.
South Africa import requirements
Pets need import permit, microchip, rabies vaccination, and veterinary health certificate. No quarantine for pets from rabies-controlled countries.
Full details on our South Africa pet import guide.
Leaving the UAE: the export side
Pets leaving the UAE need a MOCCAE export health certificate issued in the final days before departure, up-to-date vaccinations and the destination country's import documents. Pets fly from Dubai International (DXB), with collection anywhere in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or the northern Emirates and the paperwork handled end to end.
How the move works, step by step
- 1 · Instant quote. Enter your route and pet details online — you see the exact all-inclusive price in seconds, built from live airline rates.
- 2 · Documents & vet work. We prepare the health certificate, import permit and vaccination checks for Johannesburg, and book the vet appointments in the right order.
- 3 · Crate & flight. Your pet travels in an IATA-approved crate sized to their breed, in the pressurised, temperature-controlled hold of a pet-safe airline.
- 4 · Arrival & delivery. Our destination agent clears customs and can deliver your pet to the door — while you follow every step live in the FlyMyPet app.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move a pet from Dubai to Johannesburg?
Live all-inclusive prices start from about $1,648 for a single pet from Dubai to Johannesburg, depending on pet size and airline. Get your exact price instantly online.
Is there quarantine for pets arriving in South Africa?
No — compliant pets clear South Africa without quarantine when every import requirement is met.
How long does pet relocation from Dubai to Johannesburg take?
Most moves need 4–8 weeks of preparation for vet work and permits; destinations with rabies-titre waiting periods need several months. The journey itself is usually 1–2 days door to door.
Which airlines fly pets from Dubai to Johannesburg?
Emirates.
