Moving a pet from South Africa to Dubai
FlyMyPet relocates dogs and cats from South Africa to Dubai — comparing live airline prices from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, and handling the paperwork, import permit, IATA crate and customs clearance door to door. Prices start from $1,940 for a single pet, all-inclusive.
South Africa to Dubai at a glance
| From price (1 pet) | $1,940 all-inclusive |
| Quarantine in United Arab Emirates | None for compliant pets |
| Microchip | Required |
| Arrival clearance | 1-2 hours |
| Airlines on this corridor | 7 carriers compared live |
Live prices from South Africa to Dubai
| Route | Airports | Options | From (1 pet) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg → Dubai | JNB → DXB | 7 airlines | from $1,940 |
| Cape Town → Dubai | CPT → DXB | 3 airlines | from $2,377 |
| Durban → Dubai | DUR → DXB | 1 airlines | from $2,094 |
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.
United Arab Emirates import requirements
Pets need import permit, microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate. Entry through Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah airports.
Full details on our United Arab Emirates pet import guide.
Leaving South Africa: the export side
Every pet leaving South Africa needs vet work by a DALRRD-registered vet, the destination import permit where required, and a health certificate endorsed by the State Veterinarian in the final days before departure. Pets fly as manifest cargo from Johannesburg (JNB) — home to OR Tambo's dedicated pet lounge — Cape Town (CPT) or via a domestic feeder flight from any other SA city.
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 Dubai, 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 South Africa to Dubai?
Live all-inclusive prices start from about $1,940 for a single pet from South Africa to Dubai, depending on pet size and airline. Get your exact price instantly online.
Is there quarantine for pets arriving in United Arab Emirates?
No — compliant pets clear United Arab Emirates without quarantine when every import requirement is met.
How long does pet relocation from South Africa to Dubai 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 South Africa to Dubai?
Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Qatar Airways, RwandAir, Swiss, Uganda Airlines.
