Airline pet policies / Iberia
Iberia pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
Iberia accepts dogs, cats, birds and tortoises 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, Budgie / canary, Other bird, Reptile / tortoise, Fish |
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| Cabin weight limit | 8 kg including the carrier |
| Cabin carrier | 45 × 35 × 25 cm (max 105 cm total) |
| Good to know | Birds (no poultry or birds of prey), tortoises and ornamental fish too. Up to 3 small animals of one species per carrier. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat |
| Hold limit | 45 kg including the kennel. rigid kennel, authorised by an Iberia booking office |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Not accepted |
| Fees | Cabin: EUR 40 Spain · EUR 60 Europe, N. Africa, Israel · EUR 180 Americas and Asia (online). Hold: EUR 90–330 by weight and zone |
| How to book | Add online at least 48 h before departure |
| Cargo and other animals | Larger animals: IAG Cargo. |
- Reptiles: tortoises only.
- Dangerous breeds (Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Doberman, Akita and others) are not accepted.
- Some airports, such as Doha, don't accept animals.
- No pets in the hold to or from UK airports; cargo via IAG Cargo.
Here is the Iberia pet policy in plain English, checked against the official Iberia page on 15 Oct 2026. Iberia accepts dogs, cats, birds and tortoises 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.
Iberia pet policy for the cabin
On Iberia, dogs, cats, birds, tortoises and fish can travel with you in the cabin, as long as the pet and its carrier together weigh no more than 8 kg. Carrier rules: 45 × 35 × 25 cm (max 105 cm total). Also note: Birds (no poultry or birds of prey), tortoises and ornamental fish too. Up to 3 small animals of one species per carrier.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on Iberia
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on Iberia: dogs and cats. The limit is 45 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: rigid kennel, authorised by an Iberia booking office. Snub-nosed breeds such as pugs and French bulldogs are not accepted in the hold, because of the higher risk of breathing problems.
Larger animals: IAG Cargo.
Fees and how to book a pet on Iberia
Fee: Cabin: EUR 40 Spain · EUR 60 Europe, N. Africa, Israel · EUR 180 Americas and Asia (online). Hold: EUR 90–330 by weight and zone. How to book: Add online at least 48 h before departure. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Flying to the UK with a pet on Iberia
No pets in the hold to or from UK airports; cargo via IAG Cargo. Great Britain only accepts pets on approved routes, which is why most airlines say no.
Before you book: Iberia 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 Iberia 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 Iberia?
Yes. Iberia accepts dog, cat, budgie / canary, other bird, reptile / tortoise, fish in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: 45 × 35 × 25 cm (max 105 cm total).
Can my pet fly in the hold on Iberia?
Yes: dog, cat. The limit is 45 kg including the kennel. Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the hold.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Iberia?
Cabin: EUR 40 Spain · EUR 60 Europe, N. Africa, Israel · EUR 180 Americas and Asia (online). Hold: EUR 90–330 by weight and zone. 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 Iberia before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.