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Avianca allows dogs and cats in the cabin (max 10 kg with carrier) and in cargo. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cabin and cargo. A health certificate is required, valid for 10 days.
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets up to 22 lb including the container Pets up to 70 kg (154 lb) including the container Types of breeds Roosters Dogs and cats weighing no more than 10 kg (22 lb) , including the weight of their container, may fly in… verified 2026-08-25 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jahire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, or canines resulting from crosses or hybrids of these breeds is prohibited”. If your pet was born in Colombia and you want to take it out of the country, you must obtain a permit… verified 2026-07-16 Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Shar Pei The following list is solely an illustrative example of the breeds that are generally considered brachycephalic or flat-nosed or that have similar physical characteristics Dogs breeds Cats breeds • Affenpinscher •… verified 2026-08-12 Advance booking notice 48 hours …0.36vw + 0.765rem, 1r em); line-height: 1.5;"><b>Booking:</b> This service can be booked up to 48 hours before departure through our Contact Center, travel agencies, and sales points. verified 2026-08-12 Advance booking required ✓ Jagrid-3-9 accordion-group Mascotas multitab-group Mascotas multitab-label Service dogs rounded-image false gradient-type solid gradient-direction 180 radial-position center Ready to travel with your pet? section-type… verified 2026-08-28 Max pets per passenger 1 Only one pet case is allowed per passenger. verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per flight 6 There is a limit of 6 pets per flight in the cabin including service and emotional support dogs. verified 2026-07-20 Banned destinations ✗ JaImportant note It is important to take special precautions with the following brachiocephalic breeds (also known as short-faced or snub-nosed dogs), because they are susceptible to an increased risk of suffocation and… verified 2026-08-14 Max per flight 6 There is a limit of 6 pets per flight in the cabin including service and emotional support dogs. verified 2026-07-20 Aircraft restrictions ✗ JaThe seat may not be occupied by the dog during any phase of the flight.</li> <li style="font-size: clamp(0.875rem, 0.36vw + 0.765rem, 1rem); line-height: 1.5;">Your pet or emotional support dog <strong>will not be able… verified 2026-08-15 Carrier size 56 × 36 × 25 cm The container must measure 22 × 14 × 10 in (56 × 36 × 25 cm) — length, width, and height — and your pet must remain inside at all times during the flight. verified 2026-08-27 Max weight (pet + crate) 10 kg …clamp(0.875rem, 0.36vw + 0.76 5rem, 1rem); line-height: 1.5;"><b>Weight:</b> If it weighs up to 10 kg (including the container), it may travel in the cabin. verified 2026-08-15 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, water bowl, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier The container must measure 22 × 14 × 10 in (56 × 36 × 25 cm) — length, width, and height — and your pet must remain inside at all times during the flight. verified 2026-08-27 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets weighing no more than 70 kg (154 lb) , including the container's weight, may fly in the hold verified 2026-08-27 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaStaffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, or canines resulting from crosses or hybrids of these breeds is prohibited”. If your pet was born in Colombia and you want to take it out of the country, you must obtain… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Chinese Shar Pei Boxer Dogue de Bordeaux Bulldog Belgian Griffon Griffon Bruxellois Petit Brabancon Chin Japanese Spaniel Boston Terrier Tibetan Spaniel Cavalier King Charles Spaniel King Charles Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Pekingese Pug Doguillo We do not transport the following brachiocephalic breeds and crossbreeds of these breeds in the hold: Chinese Shar Pei, Boxer, Dogue de Bordeaux, Bulldog, Belgian Griffon, Griffon Bruxellois, Petit Brabancon, Chin,… verified 2026-08-26 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours …0.36vw + 0.765rem, 1rem); line-height: 1. 5;"><b>Booking:</b> This service can be booked up to 48 hours before departure through our Contact Center, travel agencies, and sales points verified 2026-07-07 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaWhere can I request this service? avianca.com Contact Center Agencies and sales points Airport Pets Emotional support dogs Service dogs* *If you add the transport of your service dog on avianca.com, keep in mind that… verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 70 kg 220 /From GBP 220 Pets in the hold For your pet to fly in the hold, its weight must not exceed 70 kg (154 lb), including the container's weight. verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier Your pet may only fly in containers (kennels) made of rigid materials such as fiberglass, metal or plastic and must be supplied by you. verified 2026-07-16 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedairplane hold due to health risks. The following dog breeds are not permitted to travel in the hold: Boston Terrier, French Bulldog, Cavalier King Charles verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaWe do not carry the following brachiocephalic cat breeds and crossbreeds : Burmese, Persian, Exotic Shorthair and Himalayan. Animals that are aggressive, dangerous, or whose inappropriate behavior in a public… verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Shar Pei The following list is solely an illustrative example of the breeds that are generally considered brachycephalic or flat-nosed or that have similar physical characteristics Dogs breeds Cats breeds • Affenpinscher •… verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: One-way fee 222 USD …60 Paid at the airport: from USD 70 In the United States Prepay: from USD 210 Paid at the airport: from USD 222 To Europe Prepay: from USD 215 Paid at the airport: from USD 216 From Europe Prepay: from EUR 190 or GBP 160… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks Age requirements Minimum age is 8 weeks of age; however, this minimum may change depending on requirements of the desti verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours …style text-center rounded-image false horizontal lazy Documents Review the documents and complete the form 48 hours before departure. none https://ayuda.avianca.com/hc/en-us/articles/13091555715739 link Book ahead… verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaIt is important to note that the only center currently authorized by the ICA is the Colombian Association of Zootherapy (ACZOA).</li> </ul> section-type default style grid-items-center, grid-3-9 accordion-group Mascotas… verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Advance notice hours 48 hours s and roosters , and you must request this service at least 48 hours before the departure of your flight. Important To ensure your pet’s safety and well-being, check the routes with restrictions for pet verified 2026-06-11 Cargo: Carrier size 20 cm …be 22 × 14 × 10 in (56 × 36 × 25 cm) — length, width, and height — and your pet should not exceed 8 in (20 cm) in height. verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 70 kg …CAD 235Between South AmericaFrom USD 200Between North America, Central America, and the CaribbeanFrom USD 170To EuropeFrom USD 220From EuropeFrom EUR 220 /From GBP 220 Pets in the hold For your pet to fly in the hold,… verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, water bowl, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier …be 22 × 14 × 10 in (56 × 36 × 25 cm) — length, width, and height — and your pet should not exceed 8 in (20 cm) in height. verified 2026-08-15 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaConsiderations for Colombia When flying with your dog or cat to Colombia , you must have an original health certificate showing that your animal is fit to be transported. verified 2026-08-15 Health certificate validity 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination Four breeds of snub-nosed dogs will no longer be allowed in the… verified 2026-07-20 Microchip · Required ✓ JaFor travels to Spain, the pet must have a passport (vaccination card or zoosanitary certificate) and be identified with a microchip or tattoo. verified 2026-08-15 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaConsiderations for Colombia When flying with your dog or cat to Colombia , you must have an original health certificate showing that your animal is fit to be transported. verified 2026-08-15 Health certificate · Original required ✓ JaConsiderations for Colombia When flying with your dog or cat to Colombia , you must have an original health certificate showing that your animal is fit to be transported. verified 2026-08-28 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaThis policy is applicable except for domestic flights in Colombia, where we accept pets older than 2 months with the appropriate vaccination schedule for their age. To guarantee the transportation of your pet, you must… verified 2026-08-15 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 8 weeks Age requirements Minimum age is 8 weeks of age; however, this minimum may change depending on requirements of the desti verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate valid within days · Health certificate valid within days 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination. verified 2026-07-20 Other rules Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaDear Customer, The pet transport service in cabin or in the cargo hold, emotional support dogs and/or service dogs (hereinafter "THE PET") provided by Aerovías del Continente verified 2026-08-28 Emotional support animals allowed ✗ NeinCats are not accepted as emotional support animals. verified 2026-08-15 Service & assistance animals Esa note emotional support dog or pet will not be able Your emotional support dog or pet will not be able to fly with you in the cabin if you are traveling in Business Class on our 787 verified 2026-08-15 Fee waived ✓ JaEnglish Español Français Português Vianca Chat Help Center avianca Pets on board Assistance dogs and pets Assistance dogs and pets Can I fly with my emotional support dog? Yes, you can fly with your emotional support… verified 2026-08-28 Recognized ✓ JaIf you are flying with an emotional support dog or a service dog, you must comply with additional requirements. verified 2026-08-06 Cabin allowed ✓ JaPets and service dogs | Avianca Oficial Before purchasing your ticket, check which flights allow pets to travel in the hold. informative auto session true auto self section-type default rounded-image false gradient-type… verified 2026-08-12 Forms required ✓ JaIf an airline requires a passenge r t raveling with a service animal to submit the form, the completed form must be submitted directly to the a irline. 14 C FR 382.75(f). 5. verified 2026-08-15 Advance notice hours 2 hours none Flight day tips Make sure you arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight departs. verified 2026-08-13 Documentation required ✓ Jability and assistance Can I travel with my service dog? Yes, you may travel with your service dog as long as you comply with the applicable documentation and regulations . Please let us know that you will be traveling… verified 2026-07-16 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets up to 22 lb including the container Pets up to 70 kg (154 lb) including the container Types of breeds Roosters Dogs and cats weighing no more than 10 kg (22 lb) , including the weight of their container, may fly in… verified 2026-08-25 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jahire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, or canines resulting from crosses or hybrids of these breeds is prohibited”. If your pet was born in Colombia and you want to take it out of the country, you must obtain a permit… verified 2026-07-16 Snub-nosed breeds list Himalayan Exotic Shorthair Burmese British Shorthair Scottish Fold The following list is solely an illustrative example of the breeds that are generally considered brachycephalic or flat-nosed or that have similar physical characteristics Dogs breeds Cats breeds • Affenpinscher •… verified 2026-08-12 Advance booking notice 48 hours …0.36vw + 0.765rem, 1r em); line-height: 1.5;"><b>Booking:</b> This service can be booked up to 48 hours before departure through our Contact Center, travel agencies, and sales points. verified 2026-08-13 Max pets per passenger 1 Only one pet case is allowed per passenger. verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per flight 6 There is a limit of 6 pets per flight in the cabin including service and emotional support dogs There is a limit of 6 pets per flight in the cabin including service and emotional support dogs verified 2026-07-20 Carrier size 55 × 35 × 25 cm …0.765rem, 1rem); line-height: 1.5;"><b>Container:</b> Must travel in a flexible container of no more than 55x35x25 cm (length, width and height).</li> <li style="font-size: clamp(0.875rem, 0.36vw + 0.765rem, 1rem);… verified 2026-08-21 Max weight (pet + crate) 10 kg …clamp(0.875rem, 0.36vw + 0.76 5rem, 1rem); line-height: 1.5;"><b>Weight:</b> If it weighs up to 10 kg (including the container), it may travel in the cabin. verified 2026-08-13 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, water bowl, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier …0.765rem, 1rem); line-height: 1.5;"><b>Container:</b> Must travel in a flexible container of no more than 55x35x25 cm (length, width and height).</li> <li style="font-size: clamp(0.875rem, 0.36vw + 0.765rem, 1rem);… verified 2026-08-21 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets weighing no more than 70 kg (154 lb) , including the container's weight, may fly in the hold verified 2026-08-27 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jahire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, or canines resulting from crosses or hybrids of these breeds is prohibited”. verified 2026-08-20 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours …0.36vw + 0.765rem, 1rem); line-height: 1.5;"><b>Booking:</b> This service can be booked up to 48 hours before departure through our Contact Center, travel agencies, and sales points. verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ Jasection-type default style text-center rounded-image false horizontal lazy Documents Complete the form for transporting pets, and take into account other considerations. none https://ayuda.avianca.… verified 2026-08-05 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinConsiderations for Venezuela Animals cannot travel in the cabin, except for service or emotional support animals. They must be at least 6 months old and not be pregnant. verified 2026-08-06 Hold: Carrier size 20 cm Its measurements should be 22 × 14 × 10 in (56 × 36 × 25 cm) — length, width, and height — and your pet should not exceed 8 in (20 cm) in height. verified 2026-07-16 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 70 kg Pets weighing no more than 70 kg (154 lb) , including the container's weight, may fly in the hold. verified 2026-07-16 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier Its measurements should be 22 × 14 × 10 in (56 × 36 × 25 cm) — length, width, and height — and your pet should not exceed 8 in (20 cm) in height. verified 2026-07-16 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedfurther information, see PET CRATE REQUIREMENTS. Route or aircraft restrictions Pets are not permitted to fly as checked baggage to the United Kingdom. No pets are permitted to fly in the cargo hold on Embraer 190 and… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaStaffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, or canines resulting from crosses or hybrids of these breeds is prohibited”. If your pet was born in Colombia and you want to take it out of the country, you must obtain… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: One-way fee 222 USD …60 Paid at the airport: from USD 70 In the United States Prepay: from USD 210 Paid at the airport: from USD 222 To Europe Prepay: from USD 215 Paid at the airport: from USD 216 From Europe Prepay: from EUR 190 or GBP 160… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks Age requirements Minimum age is 8 weeks of age; however, this minimum may change depending on requirements of the desti verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours The transportation of your pet is subject to availability of space. Book this service up to 48 hours before your flight departure through our Contact center, travel agencies, and points of sale. verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: Advance notice hours 48 hours s and roosters , and you must request this service at least 48 hours before the departure of your flight. Important To ensure your pet’s safety and well-being, check the routes with restrictions for pet verified 2026-06-11 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 70 kg Pets weighing no more than 70 kg (154 lb) , including the container's weight, may fly in the hold. verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, IATA-compliant, live-animal label For pets traveling in the hold, carriers must be made with rigid materials such as fiberglass, metal, or plastic For pets traveling in the hold, carriers must be made with rigid materials such as fiberglass, metal, or… verified 2026-06-24 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaConsiderations for Colombia When flying with your dog or cat to Colombia , you must have an original health certificate showing that your animal is fit to be transported. verified 2026-08-06 Health certificate validity 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination Four breeds of snub-nosed dogs will no longer be allowed in the… verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination. verified 2026-07-20 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Avianca?
Does Avianca allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
What are the pet carrier size limits for Avianca?
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Avianca?
Does Avianca require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Avianca requires a health certificate for pets. It must be issued within 10 days of travel. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check
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Yes, Avianca offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at
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