Flying a pet from Johannesburg to Los Angeles
FlyMyPet arranges fully managed pet transport from Johannesburg (JNB) to Los Angeles (LAX) — comparing airline rates and handling the crate, health certificate, permits and customs clearance door to door.
Airlines & indicative prices
| Airline | Routing | From (1 pet) |
|---|---|---|
| KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | via AMS | $3,242 |
| Lufthansa | via FRA | $3,279 |
| Air France | via CDG | $3,386 |
| Qatar Airways | via DOH | $4,398 |
| British Airways | via LHR | $4,575 |
| Emirates | via DXB | $4,899 |
Indicative for a medium dog (~40 kg chargeable). Your exact price depends on breed/crate size — get it instantly online.
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 Los Angeles, 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.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to fly a pet from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?
Indicative all-inclusive prices start from about $3,242 for a single pet, varying with crate size, airline and add-on services. Get an exact instant quote online.
Which airlines carry pets from JNB to LAX?
Air France, British Airways, Emirates, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways.
How long does pet relocation from Johannesburg to Los Angeles take?
Once documents and the health certificate are ready, the flight itself is direct or via one transit hub; the full process usually takes 2–6 weeks of preparation.
