Flying Out? How to Time Your Dog's Pet Taxi Pickup Around Your Flight

Key takeaways

Drop your dog off the day before you fly rather than on departure day, so pickup timing can’t clash with your flight.
Pickups run as a shared route — allow 15–20 minutes either side; first-time guests should arrive before 3 pm.
Return time affects billing (per 24 hours), so book drop-off for the day after you land.

Why the day before is best

Pickups are planned by route and booking order, so timing can vary by 15–20 minutes — risky on a flight day.
First-time guests should arrive before 3 pm to settle in.
No check-ins, check-outs or pickups 12:00–2:00 pm.
With your dog already settled, you can focus on packing and getting to the airport.

Example timeline

For a Friday-morning flight:

When	Plan
Thursday	Pet taxi or drop-off at Mini Boarding House (before 3 pm for a first stay)
Friday morning	Fly out relaxed — your dog is already settled in
During the stay	Daily photos and videos on LINE
Landing night	Go home and rest — no rush to collect
The next day	Book drop-off or collect your dog

Collecting your dog after the trip

Boarding is charged per 24 hours from check-in; extra time is charged as daycare, and more than 12 extra hours counts as another night. Flights get delayed, so booking drop-off for the day after you land is easier. If plans change, tell us on LINE as early as possible and we’ll extend the stay.

Pickup area and cost

All of Taipei and New Taipei, priced by distance.
Taoyuan City NT$1,500 round trip — handy if you live in Taoyuan or fly from Taoyuan Airport.
Over Lunar New Year (Feb 3–11, 2027), pickup is double the regular price.

See Pet Taxi and Dog Boarding.

FAQ

Can I drop my dog off on the day of my flight?

You can, but the day before is safer — pickups run on a shared route and timing can vary by 15–20 minutes.

When should I collect my dog after landing?

The day after you land is easiest, in case of delays; boarding is charged per 24 hours, with extra time charged as daycare.

Do you pick up in Taoyuan?

Yes, Taoyuan City round trip is NT$1,500.

Can you pick up at lunchtime?

No — 12:00–2:00 pm is quiet time, with no check-ins, check-outs or pickups.

Mini Boarding House care team

Mini Boarding House is a licensed dog hotel in Sanzhi, New Taipei City (Special Pet Business Licence No. A1100926), rated 4.9 on Google (399 reviews). We offer dog boarding, daycare and pickup across Taipei and New Taipei. Our articles are based on our everyday experience caring for dogs. For health concerns, please follow your vet’s advice.

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