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Shipping a big dog like Cooper feels daunting, so let me point you at what actually matters with Aeroflot. The headline here is that dogs are accepted in the cabin, which changes everything if your companion fits the limits. That single fact turns a stressful cargo debate into a manageable checklist. Here's what I wish someone had told me before we started booking, so you skip the panic and move straight to preparation.
Aeroflot'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 Aeroflot handles your pet
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Cargo: Sedation needs vet approval✓ Yesverified 2026-07-14
Cargo: Crate must have/behard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrierverified 2026-07-27
Health & documents
Health certificate required✓ Yesverified 2026-08-13
Health certificate validity14 daysverified 2026-08-13
Health certificate · Validity days14 daysverified 2026-08-24
Aeroflot international travel requires a health certificate issued within 14 days of travel. Book the veterinary appointment inside that 14-day window, not earlier. A certificate dated 15 days before departure will be rejected at check-in. Count backward from the flight date and schedule the vet visit accordingly. Bring the certificate alongside proof of rabies vaccination and every destination-country form.
Aeroflot charges 57 EUR for a domestic one-way cargo booking. Budget 57 EUR per direction, and double it for a round trip. This figure covers the cargo transport charge only. Confirm the domestic rate applies to the specific route before paying. International cargo carries higher charges, so verify the destination category rather than assuming the 57 EUR domestic price.
You've now got the pieces that tripped me up: the cabin acceptance, the 14-day certificate window, and the real cargo cost. Every route has its own quirks, though, and a checklist that worked for us won't map perfectly onto your dates and airports. Build a personalized plan with Pawgo's plan-builder for your exact trip, so the timelines, forms, and fees line up for your dog specifically. You've got this.
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.
Auto-generated from verified data · Last updated: August 24, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Aeroflot?
Yes, Aeroflot allows dogs in the cabin. Your pet and carrier combined must weigh under 15 kg. For your specific pet's eligibility, check Pawgo at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Aeroflot allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Aeroflot bans brachycephalic breeds from cabin and cargo. Breeds like French Bulldogs, Pugs, and Persian cats are affected. Verify your breed at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Aeroflot require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Aeroflot requires a health certificate for pets. It must be issued within 14 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 Aeroflot?
Yes, Aeroflot 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 much does it cost to fly a pet on Aeroflot?
On flights within Metropolitan France, Aeroflot charges from 75 EUR in the cabin, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary.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 →
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.Build my pet's travel plan →
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