How much does it cost to fly a pet?

Generally, airlines charge a pet fee of $100 to $200 each way, but prices will vary depending on where you're traveling and your airline. Check the airline's pet policy before purchasing a ticket to make sure your pet meets the airline's breed and size requirements.



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The price of flying a dog with British Airways is determined by the size of the dog and destination you're shipping to. Because of this, prices range between £800 – £3500. To find out exactly how much it would cost to transport your dog with British Airways fill out our online quotation form by clicking here.

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For domestic flights, there are only a handful of airlines that allow pets in the cargo hold and therefore alone. The cost of a pet in the cabin is between $90-$125. For the cargo hold, the cost can range from as low as $100 to $1,000.

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The average price for relocating a pet within the UK ranges between £310 and £425 for a long distance delivery, shorter relocation services cost between £138 and £270. If you want to get a greater idea of the type of costings you might be looking at, you can check our cost to transport a pet page.

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1 cat or dog per passenger is allowed, maximum 4 per flight. The animal needs to be at least 12 weeks old and needs to travel in a sealed cage, specifically made for air travel. Dogs with flat snouts will not be accepted. When in the cage, the animal must be able to turn around its axis and stand completely upright.

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Which UK Airlines Allow Pets In Cabin? The main 3 airlines that allow pets in the cabin are: KLM, Lufthansa and TUI. This only applies for very small pets that weigh less than 8kg and would have to be booked direct through the airline, without the assistance of a pet export company like Fetchapet.

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The whole process of flying can be stressful for a dog, but those levels of stress can be greatly reduced with a few simple home comforts and reassurances. Ensuring your flight is a non-stop flight rather than one with changeovers can be a huge benefit to your dog, as can looking to travel at a suitable time.

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Tui Fly In-Cabin Pet Policy Tui Fly permits small dogs up to 6kg (including carrier weight) to travel in the cabin.

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Your Pet's Plane Ticket: Choosing the Right Route Pets must be carefully routed through pet-friendly airlines, and any extended layovers must include comfort stops at pet hotels. Airlines also charge higher rates for live animals due to liability and the additional attention they require.

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Usually dogs are only allowed to fly in the cabin—known as carry-on pets—if they can comfortably fit in a carrier that you can stow under the seat in front of you. A small number of airlines, including JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Etihad Airways, allow passengers flying with dogs to buy an extra seat for their pet.

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In general, if your pet carrier (with your pet inside) can fit under the seat in front of you, your dog can ride in the cabin on flights that permit it. Typically, this would be a dog weighing up to about 20 pounds.

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Which UK Airlines Allow Pets In Cabin? The main 3 airlines that allow pets in the cabin are: KLM, Lufthansa and TUI. This only applies for very small pets that weigh less than 8kg and would have to be booked direct through the airline, without the assistance of a pet export company like Fetchapet.

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When checking a pet, you need to:
  1. Contact Reservations at least 48 hours prior to travel.
  2. Check in at the ticket counter with your official orders.
  3. Allow extra check-in time (at least 2 hours and no more than 4 hours before your flight)
  4. Complete a checklist with an agent.
  5. Provide a health certificate.


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Pet Friendly Airlines in UK
  • British Airways.
  • Emirates.
  • Qantas.
  • Air New Zealand.
  • Lufthansa.
  • KLM.
  • South African Airways.
  • Air Canada.


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An Animal Health Certificate will cost around £110, according to the Royal Veterinary College. And you will need a new one each time you travel. As a comparison, the old pet passport used to cost around £60. On top of the £110, you will also need to pay for the costs of any treatments and vaccinations your pet needs.

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