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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
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Cargo: Crate must have/behard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, a carrierverified 2026-10-17
Health & documents
Health certificate required✓ Yesverified 2026-10-17
Health certificate validity10 daysverified 2026-10-17
Health certificate validity14 daysverified 2026-10-17
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.
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 30, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Air Transat?
Yes, Air Transat allows dogs in the cabin. Your pet and carrier combined must weigh under 8 kg. For your specific pet's eligibility, check Pawgo at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
What are the pet carrier size limits for Air Transat?
The cabin carrier limit on Air Transat is 43 x 24 x 25 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 Air Transat require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Air Transat 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 Air Transat?
Yes, Air Transat 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 far in advance must I book my pet on Air Transat?
Add your pet to the booking at least 24 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 →
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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