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This guide was generated by Pawgo's AI using verified data from official sources. Sarah is a fictional persona — the data is real.
Aegean is one of the friendlier carriers for dog owners, and that matters when you're moving a life across borders. The headline that made me exhale: dogs are accepted right in the cabin, no cargo hold required for small pets. Cooper is far too big for that seat, but for a smaller dog this route is genuinely doable. Here's what I wish someone had told me before booking.
Aegean Airlines's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How Aegean Airlines handles your pet
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
In the cabin✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breedsAccepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted✓ Acceptedverified 2026-09-03
Snub-nosed breeds banned✓ Noverified 2026-09-03
Minimum age12 weeksverified 2026-09-03
Advance booking notice2 hoursverified 2026-09-03
Advance booking required✓ Yesverified 2026-09-03
Max pets per passenger1verified 2026-09-03
Booking methodonlineverified 2026-09-03
Heat embargo27°Cverified 2026-09-03
Max per flight5verified 2026-09-03
Sedation allowed✗ Noverified 2026-09-03
Max pets per carrier1verified 2026-09-03
Pregnant animals accepted✗ Noverified 2026-09-03
Carrier size55 × 40 × 23 cmverified 2026-09-03
Max weight (pet + crate)8 kgverified 2026-09-03
Crate must have/behard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrierverified 2026-09-03
Health certificate required✓ Yesverified 2026-09-03
Health certificate validity10 daysverified 2026-09-03
Health certificate · Validity days10 daysverified 2026-09-03
Other rules
Minimum age12 weeksverified 2026-09-03
Cabin pet spots must be reserved at least 2 hours before departure, so this is not something to sort at the gate. Call Aegean or add the pet to the booking the moment the ticket is confirmed. Space is limited per flight and closes early. Confirm the reservation shows the pet, then keep that confirmation number handy for check-in.
Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the Aegean cabin, so this rule decides the whole trip for affected dogs. Check the breed against the airline's restricted list before buying a ticket. Pugs, Bulldogs, Boxers and similar flat-faced breeds fall under this restriction. Contact Aegean directly to confirm the specific breed, then arrange a ground or specialist alternative if it is excluded.
The cabin pet fee is 35 EUR one way, charged per flight rather than per booking. Budget 70 EUR for a round trip, and multiply again for any connecting segments. Pay it at check-in or during booking, and keep the receipt. Cabin travel caps the pet plus container at eight kilos, so weigh the carrier before arriving at the airport.
So that's the real picture on Aegean: cabin-friendly, breed-aware, and refreshingly clear once you know where to look. Every dog and route is different, though, which is exactly why guessing costs people money and stress. Build your personalized plan with Pawgo's plan-builder and it will map the exact steps for your dog and your dates. Cooper's done three international moves now, and a good plan made every one of them calmer.
ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
FAVN
Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
Brachycephalic
Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
AVIH
Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.
One more question worth answering
What happens if I forget a document?
At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.
Auto-generated from verified data · Last updated: August 30, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Aegean Airlines?
Yes. Aegean carries dogs and cats in the cabin in an approved carrier, and also accepts them in the hold as checked baggage or as cargo, so larger dogs have a route. Before booking, check Aegean's published not-accepted-breeds list: breed restrictions are decided separately from size, and a listed breed is refused in every class of carriage.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Aegean Airlines allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Aegean Airlines bans brachycephalic breeds from cargo. Breeds like French Bulldogs, Pugs, and Persian cats are affected. Verify your breed at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
What are the pet carrier size limits for Aegean Airlines?
The cabin carrier limit on Aegean Airlines is 55 x 40 x 23 cm (L x W x H). Exact limits vary by aircraft. Compute your carrier fit at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Aegean Airlines require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Aegean Airlines requires a health certificate for pets. It must be issued within 10 days of travel. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can I ship my dog as cargo on Aegean Airlines?
Yes, Aegean Airlines offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
How many pets can I bring on Aegean Airlines?
Aegean Airlines allows 5 in the cabin, up to 1 in the hold, per passenger. Each pet needs its own carrier.Build my pet's travel plan →
What is the cabin weight limit on Aegean Airlines?
In the cabin, your pet plus its carrier must not exceed 8 kg. Heavier pets (up to 50 kg) travel in the hold.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds fly Aegean Airlines?
Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are not accepted in the cabin, not accepted in the hold.Build my pet's travel plan →
How much does it cost to fly a pet on Aegean Airlines?
On flights within Metropolitan France, Aegean Airlines charges from 35 Eur in the cabin, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary.Build my pet's travel plan →
How far in advance must I book my pet on Aegean Airlines?
Add your pet to the booking at least 2 hours before departure — do it when you book the ticket, not at the airport.Build my pet's travel plan →
What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.Build my pet's travel plan →
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