Travelling with dogs
Flying to Dubai
With a Dog
Your dog in the cabin rather than the hold. 2,986 nm from London, about 6 hr 25 min airborne.
From
Farnborough
FAB / EGLF
To
Dubai Al Maktoum
DWC / OMDW
- Great-circle distance
- 2,986 nm
- Est. airborne time
- 6 hr 25 min
- Indicative flying charge
- £42,000
Indicative flying charge only. Pet handling, cleaning fees and any operator pet charges are additional and confirmed with the quotation.
Why people fly to Dubai with a dog
Long stays and relocations rather than holidays, which is when a dog travels with the family rather than following later as freight.
Worth knowing on this route
A long sector requiring a fuel stop or a longer-range aircraft. UAE has its own import requirements outbound, and the return into Great Britain carries the approval and tapeworm requirements.
Coming home is the regulated direction
Flying out of Great Britain is governed by the destination country’s rules. Coming back is where the APHA approved-carrier requirement applies, along with the tapeworm treatment window of 24 to 120 hours before arrival for dogs from most countries. Plan the return before you book the outbound. The rules explained.
Common questions
Can my dog travel in the cabin to Dubai?
On a qualifying chartered private aircraft your dog can normally travel in the cabin. Operator pet policies vary by size, number and breed, and are confirmed before booking.
How long is the flight to Dubai?
About 6 hr 25 min estimated airborne over 2,986 nm great-circle from Farnborough. Routing, winds and ATC affect the real figure.
What does my dog need to come back into Great Britain?
A microchip, valid rabies vaccination, the correct travel document and — for dogs from most countries — approved tapeworm treatment 24 to 120 hours before arrival. The carrier must hold APHA approval for the route and arrival airport.
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Approval to carry pets into Great Britain belongs to the operating carrier, not to Ben Aviation. We confirm the approving operator, route and arrival airport with your quotation. Requirements change — check current GOV.UK guidance and speak to your vet.
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