Tail Travel is a family-owned and operated pet transport business based in Alice Springs, in the Northern Territory of Australia. Tail Travel has successfully coordinated air freight transport requirements for 1000s of animals Australia wide. We have agents in the capital city of all Australian states and Territories as well as agents located close to many major regional airports. Although we specialise in reptiles, dogs and cats, Tail Travel can organise air freight from the smallest insect to the largest animal for you. We freight with Qantas and Virgin airlines and their affiliates. Tail Travel understand how precious your animals are and treat them as if they were our own!
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How much does it cost to fly a pet within Australia?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) The cost of pet transport in Australia depends on factors like the pet’s size, Pet weight, destination, specific requirements and airline policies. On average, domestic flights for pets range from $110 to $600, with additional fees for larger animals or special handling. By Using a professional pet […]
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Can I take my pet on a plane within Australia?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Yes, you can take your pet on a plane in Australia, but most airlines require pets to travel as cargo rather than in the cabin. Airlines such as Qantas and Virgin Australia allow pet transport through their specialised pet travel services. Virgin Australia is also set to […]
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What’s the best way to prepare my pet for air travel?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) To ensure a stress-free pet flight, follow these steps: Get your pet used to its IATA-approved travel crate at least two weeks before departure. This will allow you to crate train your pet reducing it stress at time of flight. Avoid feeding your pet 8–12 hours before […]
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What transport options do you provide?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) We primarly are a booking agent for Qantas and Virgin but we also have members in most major cities who can pick up or drop off from the airports to surrounding suburbs. We do also offer regular road transport in busy areas such as between Sydney – […]
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Do you offer international pet transport?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Unfortunately we only offer freight within Australia. Between Qantas Freight and Virgin Cargo we are able to reach over 85 airports Australia wide.
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What airlines allow pets to travel within Australia?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Several Australian airlines allow pet travel, but most require pets to fly in the cargo hold rather than the cabin. Qantas Freight offers a specialized pet transport service for cats, dogs, and small animals. Virgin Australia is set to introduce in-cabin pet travel for small pets in […]
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How do I ensure my dog or cat is sized correctly for it’s crate?
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Are there breed restrictions for flying with pets in Australia?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Yes, some dog or cat breeds have specific restrictions for flying due to safety concerns. Brachycephalic (short-nosed) breeds, such as: Dogs: Affenpinscher, American Bully, American Bulldog, Australian Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon / Griffon Bruxellois, British/English Bulldog, Chow Chow, Dogue De Bordeaux, English Toy Spaniel/King Charles […]
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Is there any types of dogs or cats that aren’t allowed to fly?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Yes, there is dogs and cats that are not as easy to transport as normal breeds and then there are some that are not allowed to be transported at all. All Brachycephalic dogs and cats require extra precautions when being transported. Please see our section on Brachycephalic […]
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Can I send my reptile, bird, rabbit or fish on the plane?
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) All of these animals can be transported via plane transport but like all animals each specific type of animal has it’s own specific crate/enclosure type that it must travel in. Please refer to our Freight Info – Tail Travel page which gives a break down to the […]
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