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Austrian Airlines pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
Austrian Airlines 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 × 23 cm, soft, no frame or wheels |
| Good to know | Up to 2 pets per passenger. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat |
| Hold limit | Weight limit not published: confirm with the airline. IATA-compliant kennel; from 4 May 2026 vent holes max 25 mm (dogs) / 19 mm (cats) |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Not accepted |
| Fees | Cabin: EUR 65 domestic · EUR 80 Europe · EUR 105–125 intercontinental. Hold: EUR 100–200 within Europe, +EUR 150 when connecting via FRA, MUC, VIE, ZRH, GVA or BRU |
| How to book | Add in My Bookings or via the Service Centre |
| Minimum age | 12 weeks, weaned |
| Cargo and other animals | Birds, rabbits and rodents are not carried on Lufthansa Group flights. |
- Pregnant animals are not accepted.
- Bring two signed printouts of the cabin pet form to check-in.
- To the UK and South Africa, animals must travel as freight regardless of size.
Here is the Austrian Airlines pet policy in plain English, checked against the official Austrian Airlines page on 15 Oct 2026. Austrian Airlines 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.
Austrian Airlines pet policy for the cabin
On Austrian Airlines, 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 × 23 cm, soft, no frame or wheels. Also note: Up to 2 pets per passenger.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on Austrian Airlines
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on Austrian Airlines: dogs and cats. The airline doesn’t publish a fixed weight limit, so confirm it before you book. Kennel rules: IATA-compliant kennel; from 4 May 2026 vent holes max 25 mm (dogs) / 19 mm (cats). Snub-nosed breeds such as pugs and French bulldogs are not accepted in the hold, because of the higher risk of breathing problems.
Birds, rabbits and rodents are not carried on Lufthansa Group flights.
Fees and how to book a pet on Austrian Airlines
Fee: Cabin: EUR 65 domestic · EUR 80 Europe · EUR 105–125 intercontinental. Hold: EUR 100–200 within Europe, +EUR 150 when connecting via FRA, MUC, VIE, ZRH, GVA or BRU. How to book: Add in My Bookings or via the Service Centre. Minimum age: 12 weeks, weaned. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Flying to the UK with a pet on Austrian Airlines
To the UK and South Africa, animals must travel as freight regardless of size. Great Britain only accepts pets on approved routes, which is why most airlines say no.
Before you book: Austrian Airlines 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 Austrian Airlines 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 Austrian Airlines?
Yes. Austrian Airlines accepts dog, cat in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: 55 × 40 × 23 cm, soft, no frame or wheels.
Can my pet fly in the hold on Austrian Airlines?
Yes: dog, cat. Confirm the weight limit with the airline. Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the hold.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Austrian Airlines?
Cabin: EUR 65 domestic · EUR 80 Europe · EUR 105–125 intercontinental. Hold: EUR 100–200 within Europe, +EUR 150 when connecting via FRA, MUC, VIE, ZRH, GVA or BRU. 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 Austrian Airlines before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.