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ITA Airways pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
ITA Airways 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 |
| Good to know | 12 kg on Italian domestic flights. Dogs and cats only since 1 Dec 2025. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat |
| Hold limit | 75 kg including the kennel. IATA-compliant kennel |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Check with the airline |
| Fees | From EUR 73 (domestic, cabin) to EUR 230 (long-haul, cabin) |
| How to book | At least 48 h before, via customer service |
| Minimum age | 3 months |
- Large Dog On Board: dogs up to 30 kg in the cabin on selected domestic flights.
Here is the ITA Airways pet policy in plain English, checked against the official ITA Airways page on 15 Oct 2026. ITA Airways 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.
ITA Airways pet policy for the cabin
On ITA Airways, 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. Also note: 12 kg on Italian domestic flights. Dogs and cats only since 1 Dec 2025.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on ITA Airways
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on ITA Airways: dogs and cats. The limit is 75 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: IATA-compliant kennel.
Fees and how to book a pet on ITA Airways
Fee: From EUR 73 (domestic, cabin) to EUR 230 (long-haul, cabin). How to book: At least 48 h before, via customer service. Minimum age: 3 months. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Before you book: ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways?
Yes. ITA Airways accepts dog, cat in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: 55 × 40 × 23 cm, soft.
Can my pet fly in the hold on ITA Airways?
Yes: dog, cat. The limit is 75 kg including the kennel.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on ITA Airways?
From EUR 73 (domestic, cabin) to EUR 230 (long-haul, cabin). 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 ITA Airways before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.