Aerolineas Argentinas lets dogs travel in the cabin, and the cutoff that decides everything is the 9 kg cabin weight limit. That single number sorts a lot of pets into cargo before you even reach the counter. Luna would clear it with room to spare, but she still disapproves of taxiing. Check the scale before you book, not after.
Aerolineas Argentinas'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 Aerolineas Argentinas handles your pet Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDomestic dogs and cats can fly in the cabin. verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesWhy temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog English Bulldog American Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff rgentinas The following snub-nosed animals will not be permitted to fly in the cargo hold: DOGS: American Bulldog, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon,… verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 12 weeks Minimum age of pets flying in the cabin is 12 weeks of age. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking notice 72 hours reaching out on WhatsApp (api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=541149404798) at least 72 hours prior to departure to make a reservation for your pet and pay the pet fee. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking required ✓ Yesreaching out on WhatsApp (api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=541149404798) at least 72 hours prior to departure to make a reservation for your pet and pay the pet fee. verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per passenger 2 Up to 2 pets per passenger are allowed as checked baggage Up to 2 pets per passenger are allowed as checked baggage verified 2026-06-24 Heat embargo 19°C …To transport these races will not be accepted if the temperature in any part of your trip is higher than 19 ° C. verified 2026-07-14 Banned destinations ✗ Yes308-2003 of the Agrarian Health Department of Peru, it is prohibited the entry of domestic felines and wild alive animals to Peruvian territory, coming from the following countries: Germany, Austria, Belgium, Canada,… verified 2026-07-20 Nursing allowed ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air verified 2026-07-14 Pregnant animals accepted ✓ YesPregnant females will be accepted if accompanied by a veterinary letter attesting that the dog or cat will not give birth during flight verified 2026-07-20 Carrier size 44 × 44 × 44 cm For those traveling in the cabin, soft carriers must not exceed the dimensions of 17" x 12" x 8" (44 cm x 30 cm x 20 cm), while rigid carriers should not exceed 17" x 12" x 7" (44 cm x 30 cm x 17 cm) The… verified 2026-07-05 Max weight (pet + crate) 9 kg Maximum weight for pets including their carrier who are flying in the cabin is 20 lbs. (9 kg). verified 2026-07-20 Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, a carrier For those traveling in the cabin, soft carriers must not exceed the dimensions of 17" x 12" x 8" (44 cm x 30 cm x 20 cm), while rigid carriers should not exceed 17" x 12" x 7" (44 cm x 30 cm x 17 cm) The… verified 2026-07-05 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDogs and cats can be flown as checked baggage when accompanied by an adult passenger. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesRaces The following breeds of dogs and cats have been identified by Aerolineas Argentinas as races snub nose, although not a complete and exhaustive list of all races, including hybrid races, shown here in order to… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog English Bulldog American Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff rgentinas The following snub-nosed animals will not be permitted to fly in the cargo hold: DOGS: American Bulldog, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon,… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks …for the food as described above. RESTRICTIONS Minimum age requirements of the animal Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age can not be transported verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours We remind you that the booking of the place in the hold must be accomplished up to 48 hours before departure of the flight We remind you that the booking of the place in the hold must be… verified 2026-07-04 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesWe remind you that the booking of the place in the hold must be accomplished up to 48 hours before departure of the flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max pets per passenger 2 Up to 2 pets per passenger are allowed as checked baggage. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ YesPets flown by Aerolíneas Argentinas as checked baggage Dogs and cats can be flown as checked baggage when accompanied by an adult passenger. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Carrier size 60 × 45 × 40 cm For pets traveling as checked baggage, carriers can be 23" x 18" x 16" (60 cm × 45 cm × 40 cm), 31" x 23" x 21" (80 cm x 60 cm x 55 cm) or 39" x 31" x 27" (100 cm x 80 cm x 70 cm) depending on the size of your pet. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label For pets traveling as checked baggage, carriers can be 23" x 18" x 16" (60 cm × 45 cm × 40 cm), 31" x 23" x 21" (80 cm x 60 cm x 55 cm) or 39" x 31" x 27" (100 cm x 80 cm x 70 cm) depending on the size of your pet. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedhese restrictions. Related: Why temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesLiving Animals- Pets - Envios personales - Aerolineas Cargo Aerolineas Cargo Argentina (Español) United States (English) | Newsletter | Contact us 1-800-333-0276 FAQs Customer Service Cargo Aircraft verified 2026-07-07 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese ped were born or raised in captivity in special farms, or birds are transported for reproduction purposes to or from a zoo, wildlife reserve . Animals accepted for transport Aerolineas accepts different species of live… verified 2026-07-07 Cargo: Minimum age 12 weeks Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age can not be transported verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 72 hours To ensure a smooth journey, it is essential to reserve a spot for your pet via Aerolineas Argentinas' WhatsApp line (54 9 11 4940 4798) at least 72 hours prior to your flight's departure. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesLiving Animals- Pets - Envios personales - Aerolineas Cargo Aerolineas Cargo Argentina (Español) United States (English) | Newsletter | Contact us 1-800-333-0276 FAQs Customer Service Cargo Aircraft verified 2026-07-07 Cargo: Max pets per passenger 2 Up to 2 pets per passenger are allowed as checked baggage Up to 2 pets per passenger are allowed as checked baggage verified 2026-07-01 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✓ YesLiving Animals- Pets - Envios personales - Aerolineas Cargo Aerolineas Cargo Argentina (Español) United States (English) | Newsletter | Contact us 1-800-333-0276 FAQs Customer Service Cargo Aircraft Legals | General… verified 2026-06-24 Cargo: Animals in heat accepted ✗ NoShipment of females in heat are prohibited. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier The kennel must be of rigid construction with solid top and ventilation openings on at least three sides verified 2026-07-14 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ Yesthat the passenger present: The International Veterinary Certificate or Export Health Certificate, original and photocopy, granted by Lazaretto Quarantine (Avenida Brasil and Avenida Balbin). All documentation specific… verified 2026-07-20 Microchip · Required ✓ YesRoute or aircraft restrictions Forms Required All pets will need proof of microchip, rabies vaccination and a current import or export health certificate. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ Yes(011) 4121-5259 / 5260 Once these requisites have been fulfilled, the Quarantine Lazaretto of the SENASA shall extend the International Veterinarian Certificate which permits the exportation Aerolineas Argentinas Pet… verified 2026-06-05 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ Yese - 2004/824/CE Specific Institute for serological proofs - 2000/258/CE List of authorized laboratories - 2004/244/CE Measures of protection in front of the bird influenza - 2007/25/CE The requirements demanded nowadays… verified 2026-07-20 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Waiting period after test days 30 days …with one of these options: Before it exportation they have been submitted to a period of isolation of 30 days in the place of verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Required ✓ YesRoute or aircraft restrictions Forms Required All pets will need proof of microchip, rabies vaccination and a current import or export health certificate. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesDestination USA (MIA) dogs must be older than 6 months and must have an anti-rabies vaccine (28 days prior to the flight), more information at… verified 2026-07-14 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 12 weeks Minimum age requirements of the animal Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age can not be transported . verified 2026-07-14 Other rules Minimum age 12 weeks Dogs and cats must be at least 12 weeks old, except for pets in the hold on flights to/from the United States, in which case they must be at least 16 weeks old. verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age weeks 12 weeks e animal Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age can not be transported . verified 2026-07-14 Restricted breeds list Mastiff, Staffordshire Bull Terrier …Bulldogs (all varieties), Boxer, Boston Terrier, Pug, Pekinese, Lhasa Apso, Chow Chow, English Toy Spaniel, Mastiff, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel, Shih Tzu, Burmese Brussels Griffon, and specific cat breeds inc verified 2026-07-20 Breed restrictions apply ✗ YesBreeds such as Bulldogs (all varieties), Boxer, Boston Terrier, Pug, Pekinese, Lhasa Apso, Chow Chow, English Toy Spaniel, Mastiff, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel, Shih Tzu, Burmese Brussels Griffon, and… verified 2026-07-20 Service & assistance animals Fee waived ✓ YesService dog pet policy All service dogs may fly in the cabin at no charge verified 2026-07-20 Recognized ✓ YesAll service dogs may fly in the cabin at no charge. verified 2026-07-20 Cabin allowed ✓ YesAll service dogs may fly in the cabin at no charge. verified 2026-07-20 Forms required ✓ YesI have completed the Service Animal Air Transportation Form required by the U.S. verified 2026-07-20 Documentation required ✓ YesCould you please confirm whether the DOT form is sufficient documentation for my service dog when traveling on a domestic flight within Argentina with Aerolíneas Argentinas, or if any additional documentation is… verified 2026-07-20 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDomestic dogs and cats can fly in the cabin. verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesWhy temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog English Bulldog American Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff rgentinas The following snub-nosed animals will not be permitted to fly in the cargo hold: DOGS: American Bulldog, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon,… verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 12 weeks Minimum age of pets flying in the cabin is 12 weeks of age. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking notice 72 hours reaching out on WhatsApp (api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=541149404798) at least 72 hours prior to departure to make a reservation for your pet and pay the pet fee. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking required ✓ Yesreaching out on WhatsApp (api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=541149404798) at least 72 hours prior to departure to make a reservation for your pet and pay the pet fee. verified 2026-07-20 Booking method Telephone …about requested documentation according to the type of pet, you may contact to International Direct Sales. Telephone Number: 4480-6396/6264. verified 2026-07-20 Nursing allowed ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air verified 2026-07-14 Pregnant animals accepted ✓ YesPregnant females will be accepted if accompanied by a veterinary letter attesting that the dog or cat will not give birth during flight verified 2026-07-20 Carrier size 44 cm Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, hard-sided carriers are not allowed and soft-sided carriers should not exceed the dimensions of 17" x 12" x 9" (44 cm long x 30 cm x 23 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Max weight (pet + crate) 9 kg Maximum weight for pets including their carrier who are flying in the cabin is 20 lbs. (9 kg). verified 2026-07-20 Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, hard-sided carriers are not allowed and soft-sided carriers should not exceed the dimensions of 17" x 12" x 9" (44 cm long x 30 cm x 23 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedSENASA is the agency in charge of issuing Health certificates for all dogs and cats that are moving abroad. Please visit SENASA Web Site: www.senasa.gov.ar * For further information and enquires, please contact us at… verified 2026-06-19 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesAmerican Pit Bull Terrier Boston Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Bulldog Chinese Pug Chow chow Pug German English Bulldog Toy Spaniel Inglés French Bulldog Lhasa Apso Japanese boxer Japanese Pug Japanese Chin Mastiff… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog English Bulldog American Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff rgentinas The following snub-nosed animals will not be permitted to fly in the cargo hold: DOGS: American Bulldog, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon,… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks …for the food as described above. RESTRICTIONS Minimum age requirements of the animal Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age can not be transported verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking notice 4 hours …sign these documents you provide written certification that animals have been fed and offered water within 4 hours before you deliver them to the company. * You will also need to provide feeding and watering… verified 2026-07-28 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesBOOK FOR LIVE ANIMALS SHIPPING * Please contact reservations at +54 11 4480-6264/6396 or at.cliente.arcargo @ aerolineas verified 2026-07-07 Hold: Max pets per passenger 2 Up to 2 pets per passenger are allowed as checked baggage. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ YesPets flown by Aerolíneas Argentinas as checked baggage Dogs and cats can be flown as checked baggage when accompanied by an adult passenger. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Carrier size 60 × 45 × 40 cm For pets traveling as checked baggage, carriers can be 23" x 18" x 16" (60 cm × 45 cm × 40 cm), 31" x 23" x 21" (80 cm x 60 cm x 55 cm) or 39" x 31" x 27" (100 cm x 80 cm x 70 cm) depending on the size of your pet. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier For pets traveling as checked baggage, carriers can be 23" x 18" x 16" (60 cm × 45 cm × 40 cm), 31" x 23" x 21" (80 cm x 60 cm x 55 cm) or 39" x 31" x 27" (100 cm x 80 cm x 70 cm) depending on the size of your pet. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedhese restrictions. Related: Why temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesLiving Animals- Pets - Envios personales - Aerolineas Cargo Aerolineas Cargo Argentina (Español) United States (English) | Newsletter | Contact us 1-800-333-0276 FAQs Customer Service Cargo Aircraft verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Examples: American Bulldog American Staffordshire Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier Boston Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Bulldog Chinese Pug Chow chow Pug German English Bulldog Toy Spaniel Inglés French Bulldog Lhasa… verified 2026-07-28 Cargo: Minimum age 12 weeks Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age can not be transported verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours …in this section. We remind you that the booking of the place in the hold must be accomplished up to 48 hours before departure of the flight. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ Yeservations at +54 11 4480-6264/6396 or at.cliente.arcargo @ aerolineas.com.ar in advance so we can notify you of any requiriments that may affect you and your pet. GENERAL INFORMATION * Aerolíneas Argentinas Cargo offers… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Heat embargo 19°C s.com.ar GUIDE TO TEMPERATURES FOR TRANSPORT OF LIVE ANIMALS DOGS: 27 ° C Maximum temperature for transport except snub-nosed dogs (Maximum 19 ° C) 10 ° C Low Temperat verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✓ YesLiving Animals- Pets - Envios personales - Aerolineas Cargo Aerolineas Cargo Argentina (Español) United States (English) | Newsletter | Contact us 1-800-333-0276 FAQs Customer Service Cargo Aircraft Legals | General… verified 2026-06-24 Cargo: Animals in heat accepted ✗ NoShipment of females in heat are prohibited. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NoLactating females with calves and unweaned animals will not be accepted for transportation by air. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier The kennel must be of rigid construction with solid top and ventilation openings on at least three sides verified 2026-07-14 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesRoute or aircraft restrictions Forms Required All pets will need proof of microchip, rabies vaccination and a current import or export health certificate. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ Yes(011) 4121-5259 / 5260 Once these requisites have been fulfilled, the Quarantine Lazaretto of the SENASA shall extend the International Veterinarian Certificate which permits the exportation Aerolineas Argentinas Pet… verified 2026-06-05 Other rules Minimum age 12 weeks Dogs and cats must be at least 12 weeks old, except for pets in the hold on flights to/from the United States, in which case they must be at least 16 weeks old. verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age weeks 12 weeks e animal Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age can not be transported . verified 2026-07-14 Reserve a cargo pet spot with Aerolineas Argentinas at least 72 hours before departure. Booking runs through the airline's WhatsApp line at 54 9 11 4940 4798. Contact that number three days ahead and confirm the reservation before arriving at the airport. Missing the 72-hour window forfeits the cargo slot for that flight.
Snub-nosed breeds require additional handling to travel in Aerolineas Argentinas cargo. Confirm the specific brachycephalic conditions with the airline's cargo desk before booking. Provide the breed at reservation so the cargo team applies the correct rules. Do not assume acceptance based on the general cargo policy alone. Handle this step before purchasing the ticket.
Frequently asked
How many pets can I bring on Aerolineas Argentinas? Aerolineas Argentinas allows 2 in the cabin, up to 2 in the hold, per passenger. Each pet needs its own carrier. 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. 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.
Every route has its own thresholds, and Aerolineas Argentinas is no exception once you factor in weight limits and cargo lead times. Build a personalized plan for your exact trip with Pawgo's plan-builder, which pulls the current rules for your pet and destination into one place. I keep a printed copy in three places now, and Luna approves of that much preparation.
Glossary
ISO chip 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.
