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Turkish Airlines pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
Turkish Airlines accepts dogs, cats and small birds 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 |
|---|---|
| Cabin weight limit | 8 kg including the carrier |
| Cabin carrier | 40 × 30 × 23 cm soft bag |
| Good to know | 1 carrier in the cabin per passenger (2 pets of the same species may share it). |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat, Other bird |
| Hold limit | 50 kg including the kennel. up to 125 × 75 × 75 cm, hard-sided |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Not accepted |
| Fees | Depends on route: see the Turkish Airlines pet fee calculator |
| How to book | Buy online up to 6 h before departure; window seat required |
| Cargo and other animals | Larger kennels and other small birds: Turkish Cargo. |
- Snub-nosed breeds may fly in the cabin but not in the hold.
- Rabies vaccination required; sedated or pregnant animals not accepted.
- Parrots and pigeons travel in the hold.
- No pets on Turkish Airlines flights to the UK, including connections.
Here is the Turkish Airlines pet policy in plain English, checked against the official Turkish Airlines page on 15 Oct 2026. Turkish Airlines accepts dogs, cats and small birds 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.
Turkish Airlines pet policy for the cabin
On Turkish Airlines, dogs, cats and small birds can travel with you in the cabin, as long as the pet and its carrier together weigh no more than 8 kg. Carrier rules: 40 × 30 × 23 cm soft bag. Also note: 1 carrier in the cabin per passenger (2 pets of the same species may share it).
Pets in the hold and as cargo on Turkish Airlines
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on Turkish Airlines: dogs, cats and birds. The limit is 50 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: up to 125 × 75 × 75 cm, hard-sided. Snub-nosed breeds such as pugs and French bulldogs are not accepted in the hold, because of the higher risk of breathing problems.
Larger kennels and other small birds: Turkish Cargo.
Fees and how to book a pet on Turkish Airlines
Fee: Depends on route: see the Turkish Airlines pet fee calculator. How to book: Buy online up to 6 h before departure; window seat required. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Flying to the UK with a pet on Turkish Airlines
No pets on Turkish Airlines flights to the UK, including connections. Great Britain only accepts pets on approved routes, which is why most airlines say no.
Before you book: Turkish 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 Turkish 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 Turkish Airlines?
Yes. Turkish Airlines accepts dog, cat, budgie / canary in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: 40 × 30 × 23 cm soft bag.
Can my pet fly in the hold on Turkish Airlines?
Yes: dog, cat, other bird. The limit is 50 kg including the kennel. Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the hold.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Turkish Airlines?
Depends on route: see the Turkish Airlines pet fee calculator. 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 Turkish Airlines before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.