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Olympic Air publishes two different minimum ages on the same page, and the stricter one is the one that counts at the desk. Cooper and I have flown Greek domestic routes with it and the process is smooth once you know the check-in rule: pets go to a counter an hour before departure, and online check-in does not get you out of it. Here's what I wish someone had told me about the age figures.
Olympic Air'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 Olympic Air handles your pet
Key points
Dogs and cats to Dubai and Abu Dhabi: cargo only
To the UK: London Heathrow only, as cargo
From the UK: cabin/hold permitted except London Gatwick (cargo only)
Ireland: dogs with cropped ears require an import licence from Ireland's Animal Welfare Division
Saudi Arabia: pet import permits required via the NAAMA platform
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
Cargo: Crate must have/bea carrierverified 2026-10-16
Health & documents
Health certificate required✓ Yesverified 2026-10-16
Pets must be minimum 12 weeks old with a valid anti-rabies vaccination, and the same page states the animal must be minimum 105 days old to be accepted for transportation. 105 days is the stricter figure, so plan against it. The vaccination must be at least 21 days old and given after the microchip was applied.
So Olympic Air: 8 kg in the cabin including the carrier, a vaccination at least 21 days old given after the chip, and an age floor of 105 days rather than the 12 weeks quoted alongside it. Pets must be presented at a check-in counter at least an hour before departure even if you checked in online, and Dubai and Abu Dhabi take animals only as cargo. Build a personalized plan and we'll flag which figure binds on your date.
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 29, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Olympic Air?
Yes, Olympic Air 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 →
Does Olympic Air allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Olympic Air 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 Olympic Air?
The cabin carrier limit on Olympic Air 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 Olympic Air require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Olympic Air requires a health certificate for pets. 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 Olympic Air?
Yes, Olympic Air 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 →
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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