Travelling with Pets

Whether dog or cat – on our flights you may bring your pet with you.
Depending on its size, it will travel either in the cabin or in the cargo hold. To ensure a smooth process, please note the following important guidelines:

 

General Guidelines

• Up to two healthy animals are permitted per person in a shared transport container.

• The animal must be at least 12 weeks old and already separated from its mother.

• Pregnant animals will not be transported.

• Brachycephalic (short-nosed) breeds are not allowed to travel in the cargo hold.

• Please indicate during booking that you intend to travel with a pet.

 

Transport Regulations for Traveling with Pets

Permitted animals are domestic cats and dogs:

• The maximum weight of the animal must not exceed 6 kg.

• The allowed dimensions of the transport container are 48 × 35 × 29 cm.

• A maximum of three animals are permitted in the cabin per flight.

• The pet owner must travel on the same flight as the animal.

• The transport container (box) must comply with the IATA Live Animal Regulations (LAR) – it must be large enough for the animal to stand upright without touching the ceiling with its head or any other body part.

 

Fees

• The fee for this transport is €50 per one-way journey and €100 for a round trip.

 

Guide dogs and assistance dogs

Guide dogs and other assistance dogs are allowed in the cabin free of charge, provided they remain calm and safe. Please register your dog in advance – we will be happy to advise you on the requirements.

 

Exclusions from pet transport

Pets are not accepted for transport in the following cases:

• Pregnant animals without an official veterinary certificate confirming fitness to fly

• Animals born within the last 48 hours

• Animals younger than 16 weeks

• Animals transported for laboratory testing

• Protected or endangered species

• When the transport container does not meet the prescribed requirements

• When more than three animals are to be transported in the cabin (PETC)

• When a dog and a cat are to be transported in the same cargo hold

 

Traveling with pets – step by step

• Register your pet
  Register your pet as early as possible – ideally during the booking process.

• Prepare for the journey
  Check the entry requirements of your destination country and have your pet examined by a veterinarian. Obtain all necessary documents (e.g., pet passport).

• Check-in at the airport
  Arrive with your pet and transport container at least 2 hours before departure. You will receive your boarding pass at the counter.

 

Traveling with ease: Tips for your pet

Flying can be just as exciting for animals as it is for humans. With the right preparation, you can ensure that your pet travels calmly and safely:

• Get your pet used to the transport box early – ideally in short, positive sessions at home, with rewards included.

• A familiar scent helps: placing a blanket or your pet’s favorite toy in the box provides extra comfort during the journey.

• Food and flying don’t always go well together – consult your veterinarian on when and how much your pet should eat before the flight.

• If you are considering medical sedation, always discuss this with your veterinarian – some medications can cause circulatory problems during the flight.