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Air France pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
Air France 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 | soft carrier that fits under the seat (about 46 × 28 × 24 cm) |
| Good to know | Cats and dogs under 8 kg including the carrier. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat |
| Hold limit | 75 kg including the kennel. rigid IATA kennel, up to 75 kg with the pet |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Not accepted |
| Fees | Cabin: EUR 70 within France · EUR 125 Europe and North Africa · EUR/USD 200 transatlantic. Hold: EUR 100 · EUR 200 · EUR/USD 600 |
| How to book | Add your pet to the booking at least 24 h before (48 h for dogs to the USA); later costs 25–50% extra |
| Cargo and other animals | Other animals: cargo via an authorised transporter. |
- EU trips: microchip and European pet passport required.
- The UK, Ireland, Sweden and Malta have extra health rules: check before booking.
Here is the Air France pet policy in plain English, checked against the official Air France page on 15 Oct 2026. Air France 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.
Air France pet policy for the cabin
On Air France, 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: soft carrier that fits under the seat (about 46 × 28 × 24 cm). Also note: Cats and dogs under 8 kg including the carrier.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on Air France
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on Air France: dogs and cats. The limit is 75 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: rigid IATA kennel, up to 75 kg with the pet. Snub-nosed breeds such as pugs and French bulldogs are not accepted in the hold, because of the higher risk of breathing problems.
Other animals: cargo via an authorised transporter.
Fees and how to book a pet on Air France
Fee: Cabin: EUR 70 within France · EUR 125 Europe and North Africa · EUR/USD 200 transatlantic. Hold: EUR 100 · EUR 200 · EUR/USD 600. How to book: Add your pet to the booking at least 24 h before (48 h for dogs to the USA); later costs 25–50% extra. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Flying to the UK with a pet on Air France
The UK, Ireland, Sweden and Malta have extra health rules: check before booking. Great Britain only accepts pets on approved routes, which is why most airlines say no.
Before you book: Air France 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 Air France 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 Air France?
Yes. Air France accepts dog, cat in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: soft carrier that fits under the seat (about 46 × 28 × 24 cm).
Can my pet fly in the hold on Air France?
Yes: dog, cat. The limit is 75 kg including the kennel. Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the hold.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Air France?
Cabin: EUR 70 within France · EUR 125 Europe and North Africa · EUR/USD 200 transatlantic. Hold: EUR 100 · EUR 200 · EUR/USD 600. 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 Air France before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.