Okay, adventurers, huge news for the mountain-trail crew: Air Transat takes dogs in the cabin, and that changes everything about how far Nala and I can roam. An 8kg cabin cap means small-to-mid pups ride up front with you, no cargo-hold nail-biting. Air Transat also runs cargo and hold options, so bigger dogs still fly. Let's get you sorted for takeoff.
Air Transat'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 Air Transat handles your pet Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the
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Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedOnly cats and dogs are allowed in the cabin verified 2026-08-27 Snub-nosed breeds list Pug Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Japanese Chin Shar Pei Mastiff allowed in cabin only) Chihuahua Chow chow English Toy Spaniel Japanese Chin Lhasa Apso Pekingese Pug (all breeds) Shar-Pei Shih Tzu Teddy Bear Dog (incl. Shichon or Zuchon) Tibetan Spaniel Mastiffs (many breeds)… verified 2026-08-28 Minimum age 12 weeks Age requirements Minimum age for transport is 12 weeks. verified 2026-08-18 Advance booking notice 24 hours Protection Policy Advance booking When travelling with your pet cat or dog, please reserve space for them at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-08-18 Advance booking required ✓ Yes- Choose - Advance Booking and Check-In Documentation and Restrictions Cage Regulations Fees Limit of liability Animal Welfare & Protection Policy Advance booking When travelling with your pet cat or dog, please reserve… verified 2026-08-28 Embargoed routes Pets Pets in the checked baggage hold and in the cabin are accepted on flights from Manchester and Glasgow, but not accepted from London verified 2026-07-20 Advance notice hours 24 hours If you’d like to travel with your pet in the aircraft’s cabin, please reserve this service at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-13 Carrier size 43 × 24 × 25 cm Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must fit under the seat and must not exceed the specified dimensions of 17" x 9" x 10" (43 cm x 24 cm x 25 cm). verified 2026-08-18 Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrier Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must fit under the seat and must not exceed the specified dimensions of 17" x 9" x 10" (43 cm x 24 cm x 25 cm). verified 2026-08-18 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedOnly cats and dogs are allowed in the checked baggage hold. verified 2026-08-26 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Mastiff allowed in cabin only) Chihuahua Chow chow English Toy Spaniel Japanese Chin Lhasa Apso Pekingese Pug (all breeds) Shar-Pei Shih Tzu Teddy Bear Dog (incl. Shichon or Zuchon) Tibetan Spaniel Mastiffs (many breeds)… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks Confirmation that the pet is at least 12 weeks old (all routes except to/from the U.S) or at least 6 months old (for travel to/from the U.S.) *: Yes… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Advance booking notice 24 hours …booking If you’d like to travel with your pet in the aircraft’s cabin, please reserve this service at least 24 hours prior to departure verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesPets in the checked baggage hold Select the specific information you would like to have about the transport of pets in the checked baggage hold: This field will display new content. - Choose - Advance Booking and… verified 2026-07-13 Hold: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesInformation Sedation is only recommended under the advice of a licensed veterinarian. verified 2026-08-18 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 45 kg Maximum weight accepted at check-in: 45kg (99 lbs) (including the carrier). verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier A plain rigid leak-proof plastic cage is mandatory. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedWhat types of live animals can be shipped as cargo? verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei No login required Click to vote "yes". Click to vote "no". 27 6 CAD: $150 USD: $150 EUR: €120 GBP: £98 CAD: $75 USD: $75 EUR: €60 GBP: £49 CAD: $275 USD: $275 EUR: €220 GBP: £180 CAD: $100 USD: $100 EUR: €80 GBP: £65… verified 2026-08-12 Cargo: Minimum age 12 weeks Confirmation that the pet is at least 12 weeks old (all routes except to/from the U verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Advance booking notice 72 hours ¯ How to reserve space for your animal 1-877-TRANSAT (872-6728) English and French speaking operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For people who are… verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ Yes- Choose - Advance Booking and Check-In Documentation and Restrictions Cage Regulations Fees Limit of liability Animal Welfare & Protection Policy Advance booking When travelling with your pet cat or dog, please reserve… verified 2026-08-21 Cargo: Booking method cargo department Should your animal or cage exceed the maximum size detailed below, please contact our cargo department for assistance verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance notice hours 24 hours When travelling with your pet cat or dog, please reserve space for them at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-13 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier A plain rigid leak-proof plastic cage is mandatory. Cages made of wire or any other material will not be accepted (a wire door is acceptable). verified 2026-07-13 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesYou must bring a health certificate indicating your pet’s breed and proof of rabies vaccination. verified 2026-08-13 Health certificate validity 14 days Owner must hold a completed Canadian International Health Certificate issued within 14 days prior to your arrival in Peru. verified 2026-08-10 Health certificate validity 10 days The EU animal health certificate must be issued by an official State vet in the country of departure not more than 10 days before the animal arrives in the EU. verified 2026-08-18 Microchip · Required ✓ YesYes I authorize Air Transat to retain this information for 3 years electronically No It is the passenger’s responsibility to confirm how far in advance of departure they should arrive at the terminal and to allow… verified 2026-08-28 Microchip · Standard ISO standard 11784 …animal must have been micro-chipped or has a clearly readable tattoo. The microchip should comply with the ISO standard 11784. If it does not, the owner is responsible for providing a suitable microchip reader. If a tattoo is used, it… verified 2026-08-28 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ YesAll dogs and cats entering Türkiye must have a rabies titer test. Samples must be processed at approved laboratories. We are, therefore, unable to transport the following breeds of dogs or mixed breeds, including one or… verified 2026-08-18 Health certificate · Issuer a licensed veterinarian …and cats may enter Canada if accompanied by valid health certificate issued in either English or French, by a licensed veterinarian, clearly identifying the animal and showing that they are currently vaccinated verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate · Required ✓ YesYou must bring a health certificate indicating your pet’s breed and proof of rabies vaccination. verified 2026-08-18 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✓ YesFrom Canada: The Canadian health certificate must be issued/completed by a veterinarian at most 10 days before arrival in the EU and endorsed by an official veterinarian of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (the… verified 2026-08-28 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesYou must bring a health certificate indicating your pet’s breed and proof of rabies vaccination. verified 2026-08-18 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ YesThe primary vaccination must be administered at least 21 days before arrival and after the identification c hip has been placed or the tattoo has been applied. Any subsequent vaccination (booster) must be carried out… verified 2026-08-05 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 21 days Any subsequent vaccination (booster) must be carried out within the period of validity of the preceding vaccination and at least 21 days before arrival. Treatment against the tapeworm Echinococcus multilocularis. verified 2026-08-05 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 12 weeks Age/Weight requirements Pets must be a minimum of 12 weeks of age and fully weaned. verified 2026-08-20 Health certificate valid within days · Health certificate valid within days 3 days Owners must hold a Canadian International Health Certificate issued 3 days before arrival in Morocco by a licensed veterinarian from the country of origin. verified 2026-08-18 Other rules Minimum age 12 weeks To all destinations except for flights to the U.S. and Guyana the animal must be at least 12 weeks old and fully weaned. verified 2026-08-18 Age minimum months us 6 the animal must be at least 6 months old. verified 2026-07-20 Dangerous breeds banned ✗ YesCertain breeds of dogs are refused entry to some countries or regions. verified 2026-07-13 Restricted breeds list Mastiff …to transport the following breeds of dogs or mixed breeds, including one or more of the following breeds: Mastiffs: All breeds including; Argentine (Dogo Argentino), Bandog (Bandogge), South African (Boerboel), Brazilian… verified 2026-07-20 Breed restrictions apply ✗ YesCertain breeds of dogs are refused entry to some countries or regions. verified 2026-07-20 Assistance animals accepted ✓ YesAlso of interest Special needs and medical equipment > Pets and service dogs > Weight - Dimensions > By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation,… verified 2026-08-28 Snub-nosed breeds list Affenpinscher Boston Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Bulldog Chihuahua Chow chow English Toy Spaniel Japanese Chin Lhasa Apso Pekingese Pug Shar-Pei Shih Tzu Brachycephalic Dog Breeds: Affenpinscher Boston Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Bulldog (French Bulldogs are allowed in cabin only) Chihuahua Chow chow English Toy Spaniel Japanese Chin Lhasa Apso Pekingese Pug (all… verified 2026-07-20 Emotional support animals allowed ✓ YesHowever, emotional support animals and certified service dogs are welcome in the passenger cabin when accompanied by certification and documentation and traveling with a person with a disability. verified 2026-08-19 Service & assistance animals Fee waived ✓ YesBelow are the fees for pets in the checked baggage hold. 1 Service animals on duty fly in the cabin for free. verified 2026-08-18 Recognized ✓ YesExceptions: Certified service dogs are accepted on flights to Dublin (when reserved through our Call Centre at least 7 days in advance). verified 2026-08-12 Cabin allowed ✓ YesEmotional support and certified service dogs: When accompanied by certification and documentation and travelling with a person with a disability, emotional support and certified service dogs are welcome in the passenger… verified 2026-08-12 Esa recognized ✓ Yesand travelling with a person with a disability, emotional support and certified service dogs are welcome in the passenger cabin of our aircraft. verified 2026-08-14 Max pets per passenger 1 Reply Susan May 13, 2025 Celina – Air transit will allow one pet per passenger to travel in the cabin. verified 2026-08-20 Breed restrictions Brachycephalic Bull Mastiffs and French Mastiffs (Dogue de Bordeaux) Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) dogs and cats not mentioned on the list above will be accepted for transport; however, due to… verified 2026-08-28 Advance notice hours 72 hours Reservations A minimum of 72 hours in advance, reservations must be made for your pet by contacting Air Transat Cargo. verified 2026-08-18 Documentation required ✓ Yesvation for transport of your pet in the cabin or the checked baggage hold it is mandatory to complete and submit this form, to confirm that you are aware of the conditions of acceptance. Upon submission you will receive… verified 2026-07-30 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedOnly cats and dogs are allowed in the cabin. verified 2026-08-13 Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Scottish Fold Affenpinscher Boston Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Bulldog (French Bulldogs are allowed in cabin only) Chihuahua Chow chow English Toy Spaniel Japanese Chin Lhasa Apso Pekingese Pug (all breeds) Shar-Pei Shih Tzu Teddy… verified 2026-08-12 Minimum age 12 weeks …At the airport Ensure your pet is inside their cage and delivered to our check-in counters no later than 120 minutes (2 hours) prior to departure. Animals presented after that time may be denied transport; Present a… verified 2026-08-10 Advance booking notice 24 hours Protection Policy Advance booking When travelling with your pet cat or dog, please reserve space for them at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-08-13 Advance booking required ✓ Yesplease reserve this service at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per passenger 1 Only cats and dogs are allowed in the cabin. Only one animal per passenger is allowed. verified 2026-08-13 Booking method agent …restrictions: Passengers must submit a signed Acknowledgment and Exclusion of Liability to the check-in agent; the animal must be shipped in a kennel one size larger than the normal standard verified 2026-08-28 Advance notice hours 24 hours If you’d like to travel with your pet in the aircraft’s cabin, please reserve this service at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-13 Carrier size 43 × 24 × 25 cm Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must fit under the seat and must not exceed the specified dimensions of 17" x 9" x 10" (43 cm x 24 cm x 25 cm). verified 2026-08-19 Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg The animal carrier counts as a carry-on item. The total weight of the carrier and animal must not exceed 8 kilos. verified 2026-07-13 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrier Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must fit under the seat and must not exceed the specified dimensions of 17" x 9" x 10" (43 cm x 24 cm x 25 cm). verified 2026-08-19 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedOnly cats and dogs are allowed in the checked baggage hold. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Scottish Fold Shichon or Zuchon) Tibetan Spaniel Mastiffs (many breeds) Brachycephalic Cat Breeds: British Short Hair Burmese Exotic Short Hair Himalayan Persian Scottish Fold Thank-You for your help! verified 2026-08-18 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks …section of our website to verify that your dog can travel with us. Confirmation that the pet is at least 12 weeks old (all routes except to/from the U.S) or at least 6 months old (for travel to/from verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Advance booking notice 24 hours …Policy Advance booking When travelling with your pet cat or dog, please reserve space for them at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ Yesplease reserve space for them at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 45 kg Maximum weight accepted at check-in: 45kg (99 lbs) (including the carrier). verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, a carrier A plain rigid leak-proof plastic cage is mandatory. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedWhat types of live animals can be shipped as cargo? verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Scottish Fold Shichon or Zuchon) Tibetan Spaniel Mastiffs (many breeds) Brachycephalic Cat Breeds: British Short Hair Burmese Exotic Short Hair Himalayan Persian Scottish Fold Thank-You for your help! verified 2026-08-18 Cargo: Minimum age 12 weeks …section of our website to verify that your dog can travel with us. Confirmation that the pet is at least 12 weeks old (all routes except to/from the U.S) or at least 6 months old (for travel to/from verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Advance booking notice 24 hours …reserve space for your animal 1-877-TRANSAT (872-6728) English and French speaking operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For people who are deaf, deafened, hard of hearing, or for those with speech… verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesPets: Only domestic cats and dogs are accepted for carriage. All other animals are not accepted on Air Transat flights. Emotional support and certified service dogs: When accompanied by certification and documentation… verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: Advance notice hours 24 hours When travelling with your pet cat or dog, please reserve space for them at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-13 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier A plain rigid leak-proof plastic cage is mandatory. Cages made of wire or any other material will not be accepted (a wire door is acceptable). verified 2026-07-13 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesYou must bring a health certificate indicating your pet’s breed and proof of rabies vaccination. verified 2026-08-13 Health certificate validity 10 days The EU animal health certificate must be issued by an official State vet in the country of departure not more than 10 days before the animal arrives in the EU. verified 2026-08-18 Health certificate validity 14 days Owner must hold a completed Canadian International Health Certificate issued within 14 days prior to your arrival in Peru. verified 2026-08-29 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days From Canada: The Canadian health certificate must be issued/completed by a veterinarian at most 10 days before arrival in the EU and endorsed by an official veterinarian of the Canadian verified 2026-08-28 Other rules Minimum age 12 weeks To all destinations except for flights to the U.S. and Guyana the animal must be at least 12 weeks old and fully weaned. verified 2026-08-18 Air Transat requires cabin dogs to be booked at least 24 hours before departure. Reserve the pet spot the moment the flight is confirmed. Cabin slots are limited, so a same-day request will be refused. Call the airline directly to lock the reservation. Confirm the 24-hour booking window is met before finalizing any tickets.
Air Transat requires extra documentation for snub-nosed breeds traveling in the cabin. Gather the veterinary paperwork these breeds demand far ahead of the flight date. Verify the specific short-nosed requirements directly with the airline before booking. Present the completed brachycephalic documentation at check-in. Skipping this step for a flat-faced dog risks a denied boarding at the gate.
So here's the bottom line, trail friends: Air Transat opens real doors for dog-parent adventurers, cabin, cargo, or hold. Bring more water than you think, sort the microchip early, and double-check that 8kg cabin number against your pup. Don't wing the details though. Head to Pawgo's plan-builder and generate a personalized plan for your exact route, so every checkpoint is nailed before you and your dog hit the runway.
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.
