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EGYPTAIR pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
EGYPTAIR accepts dogs and cats in the cabin up to 8 kg with the carrier. Fees, carrier sizes, breed rules and how to book, checked against the official policy.
Checked against the official page · 15 Oct 2026| Pets in the cabin | Yes: Dog, Cat |
|---|---|
| Cabin weight limit | 8 kg including the carrier |
| Cabin carrier | 55 × 40 × 20 cm |
| Good to know | Max 2 pets per cabin zone, first come, first served. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat |
| Hold limit | Weight limit not published: confirm with the airline. EGYPTAIR pages differ (23, 32 or 45 kg): confirm |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Check with the airline |
| Fees | Hold charged as excess baggage |
| How to book | Book early |
| Cargo and other animals | Heavier animals: EGYPTAIR Cargo. |
- No pets over 32 kg to Tunisia or Tanzania.
Here is the EGYPTAIR pet policy in plain English, checked against the official EGYPTAIR page on 15 Oct 2026. EGYPTAIR accepts dogs and cats in the cabin up to 8 kg with the carrier. Below, you’ll find what it means for your trip, plus a short checklist before you book.
EGYPTAIR pet policy for the cabin
On EGYPTAIR, dogs and cats can travel with you in the cabin, as long as the pet and its carrier together weigh no more than 8 kg. Carrier rules: 55 × 40 × 20 cm. Also note: Max 2 pets per cabin zone, first come, first served.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on EGYPTAIR
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on EGYPTAIR: dogs and cats. The airline doesn’t publish a fixed weight limit, so confirm it before you book. Kennel rules: EGYPTAIR pages differ (23, 32 or 45 kg): confirm.
Heavier animals: EGYPTAIR Cargo.
Fees and how to book a pet on EGYPTAIR
Fee: Hold charged as excess baggage. How to book: Book early. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Before you book: EGYPTAIR pet policy checklist
- First, weigh your pet together with its carrier or kennel, because airlines check the total weight at the airport.
- Next, check the entry rules of your destination, such as microchip, rabies vaccine and health papers. Our pet travel requirements page links to the official sources.
- Then, book your pet at the same time as your own seat, since pet places on each flight are limited.
- Finally, confirm the details on the official EGYPTAIR pet policy page, because rules and fees can change.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my pet in the cabin on EGYPTAIR?
Yes. EGYPTAIR accepts dog, cat in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: 55 × 40 × 20 cm.
Can my pet fly in the hold on EGYPTAIR?
Yes: dog, cat. Confirm the weight limit with the airline.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on EGYPTAIR?
Hold charged as excess baggage. Fees change often, so confirm the exact amount when you book.
This summary is a guide, not legal or veterinary advice. Airlines change their rules often: always confirm with EGYPTAIR before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.