The Dog Travel Database
Fly with your dog,
without the worry.
Every airline has its own rules for flying with a dog, buried in fine print. We put them in one place: cabin or cargo, weight limits, fees, and paperwork, so you can choose the right airline with confidence.
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Aegean Airlines A3
Dogs up to 8 kg including their carrier can travel in the cabin (one per passenger, window seat). Larger dogs travel in the aircraft hold: medium 8–25 kg, large over 25 kg. Cabin fee is €35 on domestic and €65 on international flights. Dogs must be at least 12 weeks old, microchipped and have a valid anti-rabies vaccination. Restrictions apply to the UK, Dubai and Abu Dhabi (cargo only).
8 kg
$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Lufthansa LH
Dogs up to 8 kg including carrier allowed in cabin on most routes. Larger dogs as checked baggage; brachycephalic breeds prohibited in cargo.
8 kg
$$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Swiss International Air Lines LX
Dogs up to 8 kg in cabin; up to 2 pets per passenger. Brachycephalic breeds restricted in cargo.
8 kg
$$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL
Dogs up to 8 kg allowed in cabin; booking 48h in advance. Up to 3 pets in hold as checked baggage.
8 kg
$$$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Air France AF
Dogs up to 8 kg in cabin. Larger dogs as checked baggage; brachycephalic breeds prohibited from cargo.
8 kg
$$$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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British Airways BA
British Airways does not allow dogs in the cabin; pets travel only as cargo. Fees are provided by quote through PetAir UK or IAG Cargo. Snub-nosed breeds face restrictions, and there is no fixed breed list since limits vary by route and season.
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20
Cargo only Score: 20
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Iberia IB
Dogs, cats, birds, tortoises and ornamental fish up to 8 kg including carrier may travel in the cabin. Larger cats and dogs up to 45 kg (pet plus carrier) can travel in the hold with prior authorisation, though snub-nosed and dangerous breeds are excluded and must go as cargo. Cabin fees start at EUR40/USD50/GBP35 per segment online and hold fees start at EUR90/USD110/GBP80 per segment, both rising by zone.
8 kg
$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Finnair AY
Cats and small dogs up to 8 kg including carrier can travel in the cabin, though pets cannot fly in long-haul Business Class. Bigger dogs travel in the hold up to 75 kg combined weight on Finnair-operated flights (50 kg on Norra), and heavier animals must go as cargo. Cabin fees run €60 to €65 within Europe and €120/$130 to €130/$140 intercontinental; hold fees are €140 within Europe and €650/$700 intercontinental. Some destinations such as Great Britain, Hong Kong, the UAE and Australia only allow pets shipped as cargo.
8 kg
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83
Cabin + Cargo Score: 83
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SAS Scandinavian Airlines SK
Small dogs and cats up to 8 kg including carrier are allowed in the cabin if they fit in an approved under-seat carrier (max 40 x 25 x 23 cm). Larger dogs and cats up to 50 kg including container can travel in the hold, and pets to certain destinations must be shipped as cargo via a freight forwarder. Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Pekingese may not travel in the hold. Cabin fees start at 55 EUR and hold fees at 90 EUR per pet each way, varying by route.
8 kg
$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Eurowings EW
Dogs up to 8 kg including carrier are allowed in the cabin. Eurowings does not transport dogs in cargo. Cabin fees start from 60 EUR and vary by route. Brachycephalic breeds may face restrictions, so cabin transport is the only option.
8 kg
$
53
Cabin only Score: 53
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Wizz Air W6
Wizz Air does not allow pets on board. Only certified guide dogs permitted.
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10
No Pets Score: 10
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Ryanair FR
Ryanair does not allow pets in cabin or hold. Only certified guide and assistance dogs permitted.
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10
No Pets Score: 10
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easyJet U2
easyJet does not allow pets in cabin or hold. Only recognized assistance dogs permitted.
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10
No Pets Score: 10
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TUI fly X3
Only dogs and cats are accepted. Dogs and cats up to 8 kg including carrier travel in the cabin in a soft, waterproof bag no larger than 55x40x20 cm; heavier animals travel in the hold. Cabin fees are EUR 40 (GBP 35/USD 57) per animal each way on international flights and EUR 47.60 on domestic flights, while hold transport costs EUR 95 to EUR 115 depending on destination. Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) dog and cat breeds are barred from the hold but may still fly in the cabin, and pets cannot travel to or from the UK, Ireland or Sweden.
8 kg
$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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American Airlines AA
Dogs up to 9.07 kg including carrier travel in the cabin on most routes. Larger dogs can fly as checked pets or through American Airlines Cargo. The cabin fee is $150 each way, and brachycephalic or snub-nosed breeds like Bulldogs, Boxers, Pugs, Pit Bulls and Shih Tzus are not accepted as checked pets.
9.07 kg
$$$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Air Canada AC
Cats and small dogs can travel in the cabin in a soft-sided carrier that fits under the seat in front of you, with the pet able to stand, turn around and lie down; one pet per passenger. Larger pets can travel in the pressurized baggage compartment, with pet plus kennel up to 45 kg. Cabin fees run CA/US $50-60 each way within Canada and Canada/U.S. and $100-120 international, while baggage compartment fees run $105-126 domestic and $270-324 international. Seasonal heat and cold restrictions apply for pets travelling in the baggage compartment on many routes.
10 kg
$
70
Cabin + Cargo Score: 70
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WestJet WS
Dogs are welcome in the cabin, though a specific weight limit is not stated; a pet kennel fee applies. Larger dogs can travel as cargo, but WestJet's PetSafe program is currently suspended, so cargo transport is not available at this time. Brachycephalic breeds require cargo, which means they cannot fly while that program remains suspended.
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70
Cabin + Cargo Score: 70
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Alaska Airlines AS
Small dogs, cats, rabbits, and small birds may travel in the cabin as long as they fit in a carrier under the seat, with no specific weight limit stated. Larger pets travel in the climate-controlled baggage compartment, where the pet and carrier combined may weigh up to 150 lbs (about 68 kg). Cabin fee is 100 USD each way (35 USD within Hawaii); baggage compartment fee is 200 USD each way. Brachycephalic breeds are not accepted in the baggage compartment but may travel in the cabin if they fit under the seat.
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70
Cabin + Cargo Score: 70
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Emirates EK
Pets must travel via Emirates SkyCargo; no cabin transport. Booking required 72h in advance; IATA hard crate required.
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20
Cargo only Score: 20
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ANA All Nippon Airways NH
Pets are not allowed in the cabin on ANA; they travel only in the cargo hold on the same flight as their owner (or as separate air cargo). The combined pet and cage weight must not exceed 45 kg and reservations must be made by phone in advance. Fees run JPY 40000 / USD 400 / EUR 300 per cage for sectors crossing two regions, JPY 25000 / USD 250 / EUR 200 within one region, and JPY 5000 for Japan domestic sectors. Brachycephalic (short-nosed) breeds are banned year-round on international flights and, on passenger flights, refused entirely between May 1 and October 31.
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20
Cargo only Score: 20
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Japan Airlines JL
Pets travel only as cargo in the hold; there is no in-cabin option on international flights. Accepted animals include dogs, cats, small birds, rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, marmots, squirrels and chinchillas, with dogs and cats needing to be at least 8 weeks old. French Bulldogs and Bulldogs are not accepted on any flights, and pregnant pets are refused. Advance reservation and an IATA-compliant crate are required.
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20
Cargo only Score: 20
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Cathay Pacific CX
Pets travel only as cargo via the Cathay Live Animal service; they are not accepted in the cabin. Bookings must be made through an IPATA or ATA member, an IATA accredited freight forwarder, or a holder of a valid IATA Live Animals Regulations certificate. Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds are accepted only on limited routes and seasons and require an IPATA certified BOAS pet shipper. Fees are not published on this page.
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20
Cargo only Score: 20
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Condor DE
Dogs up to 8 kg including carrier are allowed in the cabin, with larger dogs accepted in the hold. Cabin fees start at 50 EUR, while cargo transport costs from 80 EUR. Listed 'fighting dog' breeds such as the American Pitbull, Staffordshire Terrier, and Rottweiler are not accepted, including mixed breeds, and snub-nosed breeds like the Boxer, Bulldog, Pug, and Shih Tzu are also prohibited. Some destinations do not allow pets at all or in the hold.
8 kg
$
73
Cabin + Cargo Score: 73
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Vueling VY
Dogs travel in the cabin only, in an approved non-rigid carrier up to 45x39x21 cm with a combined pet and carrier weight up to 10 kg. Animals cannot travel in the cargo hold, and one pet is allowed per passenger (up to 5 pets per flight, or 2 on Iberia-operated flights). Cats and dogs must be microchipped and hold a valid passport with rabies vaccination. This service is not available on flights to or from the UK and Iceland.
10 kg
$
70
Cabin only Score: 70
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ITA Airways AZ
Dogs and cats up to 12 kg including carrier and food allowed in cabin on domestic flights, and up to 8 kg on all other flights. A Large Dog On Board service carries dogs up to 30 kg in cabin on select domestic routes. Larger pets travel in the hold, but brachycephalic breeds are banned from cargo as of 26 October 2025; fares vary by weight, route, and cabin or hold and must be booked at least 48 hours ahead.
12 kg
$
80
Cabin + Cargo Score: 80
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Brussels Airlines SN
Cats and small dogs can travel in the cabin, and cats and dogs may also travel in the hold. Restrictions apply to snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds. Specific cabin weight limits and fees are not stated in the available source.
8 kg
$
73
Cabin + Cargo Score: 73
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Transavia HV
Dogs and cats up to 8 kg including a flexible carrier are allowed in the cabin; hard-plastic carriers are not permitted. Larger pets can travel in the hold with a kennel, where pet plus kennel may weigh up to 75 kg. Cabin fees are €50 per pet each way on HV flights and €60 to €180 each way on TO flights. Restrictions apply to fighting or attack-trained dogs and snub-nosed breeds, and emotional support animals and small rodents are not accepted.
8 kg
$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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JetBlue B6
Only small dogs and cats are accepted in the cabin, and no pets travel in cargo. There is no stated weight limit, but your pet must fit in a carrier no larger than 43.18 cm L x 31.75 cm W x 21.59 cm H under the seat in front of you. The fee is 150 USD each way, with a maximum of two pets per traveler and six pets per flight.
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60
Cabin only Score: 60
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Frontier Airlines F9
Dogs up to 9 kg including carrier are welcome in the cabin. Cargo transport is not available, so larger dogs cannot travel. The cabin pet fee is 99 USD each way, and no breed restrictions apply.
9 kg
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73
Cabin only Score: 73
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Porter Airlines PD
Small pets allowed in cabin if carrier fits under the seat. Dogs can also travel as checked baggage in the hold.
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75
Cabin + Cargo Score: 75
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Allegiant Air G4
Domestic dogs and cats travel in the cabin only within the contiguous 48 U.S. states; Allegiant does not transport animals in the cargo bin. Pets must fit in a carrier stowed under the seat, with soft-sided carriers up to 18x12x11 inches and hard-sided up to 17x11x10.5 inches. There is no stated weight limit, but a non-refundable fee of $50.00 each way per carrier applies. A health certificate is not required.
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80
Cabin only Score: 80
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Austrian Airlines OS
Cats and dogs up to 8 kg including carrier travel in the cabin, with carriers up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm. Larger animals travel in the cargo hold in IATA-compliant containers, though snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds are barred from the hold. Cabin fees run from EUR 65 domestic to EUR 125 intercontinental, and cargo fees range from EUR 80 to EUR 380 depending on route and container size, plus a EUR 150 surcharge for travel via certain hub airports. Some countries, such as the UK and South Africa, require all animals to travel as freight regardless of size.
8 kg
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63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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TAP Air Portugal TP
Dogs up to 8 kg in cabin with advance booking. Larger dogs via TAP Cargo.
8 kg
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63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Delta Air Lines DL
Small dogs, cats and household birds can travel in the cabin if they fit comfortably in a kennel that stows fully under the seat in front of you; there is no stated weight limit, but the pet must be able to move around without touching the sides. Delta recommends a soft-sided kennel up to 18 x 11 x 11 inches. Cabin fees are $150 USD/CAD each way within the US, Canada, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands (for tickets issued on or after April 8, 2025) and $200 for international travel. Pets are not accepted in the cabin to or from several destinations including Hawaii, the UK, Australia and New Zealand, and general passenger cargo shipping is not available.
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$$$
60
Cabin only Score: 60
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United Airlines UA
Dogs are allowed in the cabin on United, with no stated weight or breed limitations for in-cabin travel. Cargo is not available for pets booked directly, though options may exist via the PetSafe program. The cabin fee is 150 USD each way.
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$$$
80
Cabin only Score: 80
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Southwest Airlines WN
Small vaccinated cats and dogs are welcome in the cabin on domestic flights in an approved carrier stowed under the seat; pets must be at least 8 weeks old. No pets are transported in the cargo hold. A pet fare applies and must be paid at the ticket counter, and each carrier may hold up to two small animals of the same species.
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80
Cabin only Score: 80
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Qatar Airways QR
Pets travel only as checked baggage in the hold; there is no cabin option for dogs (only falcons and service dogs are allowed in the cabin). Checked-baggage fees run from USD 200 for medium pets up to 32 kg and USD 300 to 450 for large pets between 32 and 75 kg, depending on route. Animals over 75 kg or larger than 300 cm must be handled as cargo, and breed restrictions apply.
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20
Cargo only Score: 20
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Etihad Airways EY
Cats and small dogs up to 8 kg including carrier are allowed in the cabin on flights to and from Abu Dhabi; there is no cargo option for pets. The fee is USD 399 per flight in Economy, or an extra seat plus USD 399 in Business. Several dangerous breeds are banned, including Pit Bull types, Mastiffs, Rottweilers, Dobermans, and Boxers, and pets are not permitted on a number of specific routes.
8 kg
$$$
53
Cabin only Score: 53
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Turkish Airlines TK
Dogs up to 8 kg in cabin on most routes. Larger dogs in cargo hold up to 50 kg total.
8 kg
$$
63
Cabin + Cargo Score: 63
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Singapore Airlines SQ
Pets travel only as checked baggage in the temperature-controlled hold; there is no in-cabin option for pets. Only cats and dogs at least three months old are accepted, and combined pet and container weight over 32 kg must go via a cargo agent. Brachycephalic and many other breeds are prohibited, and pets are not accepted on Boeing 737 flights or certain routes. Fees are charged as additional baggage by weight, with no discounted or pre-paid rates.
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20
Cargo only Score: 20
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