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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Flying with a dog: the essentials
Can I take my dog on a plane? ▾
On most airlines, yes. 37 of the 40 airlines we compare take pet dogs: 30 in the cabin and 28 in the hold. 3 take no pet dogs at all, only trained assistance dogs. Compare all airlines.
How heavy can my dog be to fly in the cabin? ▾
Usually 8 kg (17.6 lb) including the carrier, the limit at 17 airlines. A few allow more, and some airlines in North America set no fixed weight limit as long as your dog fits in a carrier under the seat. See airlines that allow large dogs in the cabin.
Where does my dog travel in the cabin? ▾
Usually in a soft or hard carrier under the seat in front of you, for the whole flight. Whether the carrier counts towards your own carry-on allowance differs by airline, so check the airline page before you pack. Rare exceptions exist for large dogs, such as ITA Airways' Large Dog on Board service, where the dog lies on the floor in front of your seat (large dogs in the cabin).
How much does it cost to fly a dog? ▾
It depends on the airline and the route. In the cabin, airlines that charge in euros start at €35 and go up to €250 where a maximum is stated; airlines that charge in US dollars start at $50 and go up to $399, per flight or each way depending on the airline, so a connection can cost twice. Some airlines only publish a starting price. The hold often costs more. Each airline page lists the exact fees.
What papers does my dog need to fly? ▾
It depends on the route. For a flight to another country your dog usually needs at least a microchip and a valid rabies vaccination, and an EU pet passport when travelling between EU countries. Many destinations ask for more, such as a health certificate or a blood test, and some airlines want papers on domestic flights too. Check the entry rules of your destination and the airline page well before the trip.
What if my dog is too big for the cabin? ▾
Then it can fly in the climate-controlled hold. 28 of the airlines we compare offer that, some on your own flight and some as a cargo shipment. Hold options and weight limits.