Which airlines take dogs to Spain?

For our clients' flights, we often use British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa and United. These airlines keep pets in temperature controlled vehicles and have staff trained to handle pets.



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To introduce a dog, cat or ferret into Spain, the pet must: - Be identified with a microchip, or tattoo (if it was done before 03/July/2011 and provided that it remains legible). - Be vaccinated against rabies with a valid vaccine at the time of travel and included in the passport. - Have a European pet passport .

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To introduce a dog, cat or ferret into Spain, the pet must: - Be identified with a microchip, or tattoo (if it was done before 03/July/2011 and provided that it remains legible). - Be vaccinated against rabies with a valid vaccine at the time of travel and included in the passport. - Have a European pet passport .

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Dogs, cats, fish, tortoises and birds (except birds of prey) may travel with you in the cabin if they do not exceed 8 kg in weight (including the pet carrier, except in the case of guide dogs). Under no circumstances may pets leave their carrier, and you are responsible for their care during the flight.

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What is the Best Airline To Fly With Dogs?
  • Alaska Airlines. Alaska Airlines welcomes a whole range of pets on board, not just dogs. ...
  • American Airlines. American Airlines welcomes cats and dogs on flights, but since the COVID-19 pandemic, they aren't allowed to travel as cargo. ...
  • Delta Airlines. ...
  • Hawaiian Air. ...
  • JetBlue.


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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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Animals can be transported either in the cabin and/or in the cargo hold: No more than two animals (dog or cat) in the cabin (in an approved transport container) or no more than two animals in the cargo hold (in one or two approved transport containers)

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Cost Estimates by Transport Method For example, if you choose in-cabin transport for your pet relocation, the cost of your pet's ticket will be between $150 and $200, depending on your airline. If you fly with Iberia, the cost is $180.

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Your pet must have a working microchip (also called a “transponder”) before getting its rabies vaccination for travel to the EU, and your veterinarian must always scan the microchip before giving your pet a rabies vaccination.

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Your pet must enter Spain at an approved Border Inspection Post (BIP) at an international airport in Linz or Vienna. Notice must be given 24 hours prior to arrival. All dogs must be vaccinated against distemper.

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Barcelona is one of the most “dog-friendly” cities in Spain. It has many animal-friendly hotels and restaurants, as well as 100 areas where you can walk your dog and meet other dog-lovers.

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Most airlines require that the carrier with the pet inside weighs no more than 8kg (about 17.6lbs). Alitalia is the only airline to allow slightly heavier pets in cabin on flights between the US and Europe with a maximum weight of 10kg (about 22lbs).

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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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Can I Buy A Plane Ticket For My Large Dog? If you're flying with a pet-friendly airline, you'll typically be allowed to purchase an extra seat for your large dog, but you may have to pay an extra pet fee depending on the airline.

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Flying a dog in the cabin usually costs between $125 and $200, while the cargo hold is typically over $1000. There are also licensed companies that offer international pet shipping companies — they usually charge between $1000 and $6000.

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You want to be sure your pet is physically fit for a long flight and meets all the requirements for the airline and destination country. Book early. Airlines limit the number of pets allowed in the cabin and in cargo, so waiting too long could mean an undesired change in your plans. Ask about check-in timing.

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What is the Best Airline To Fly With Dogs?
  • Alaska Airlines. Alaska Airlines welcomes a whole range of pets on board, not just dogs. ...
  • American Airlines. American Airlines welcomes cats and dogs on flights, but since the COVID-19 pandemic, they aren't allowed to travel as cargo. ...
  • Delta Airlines. ...
  • Hawaiian Air. ...
  • JetBlue.


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In addition to the standard requirements (microchip, anti-rabies vaccination, anti-Echinococcus treatment where necessary, EU health certificate), your pet must have a rabies antibody test 30 days after their rabies vaccination and not less than 3 months before travelling to the EU.

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Pet dogs and cats travelling to an international destination are placed in a pressurised and temperature-controlled area of the cargo hold of the aeroplane. Even though it is part of the cargo hold, your per will not travel stacked on top of the baggage.

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Top tips for preparing your dog or cat for international pet...
  1. Talk to the vet. ...
  2. Crate and crate training. ...
  3. Start socialising your pet. ...
  4. Tranquilisers and sedatives are not recommended. ...
  5. Your supplies checklist. ...
  6. The day of travel. ...
  7. Call the international pet travel experts.


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