When I assess a relocation, I do not automatically choose the cheapest flight or the shortest-looking itinerary. I look at the pet, the breed, kennel size, transit airport, aircraft, weather, import requirements and what happens after landing.
Sometimes the most obvious route is not the best one. Sometimes travelling through another country gives us a better solution. And sometimes I will recommend waiting rather than arranging a journey I am not comfortable with.
Every Fly Your Tail relocation is personally reviewed before we recommend a transport plan.