Lufthansa

Can Pets Travel in the Cabin with Lufthansa?

Allowed

Can Pets Travel as Checked Baggage with Lufthansa?

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Can Pets Travel in Cargo with Lufthansa?

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What Are the Restrictions and Fees for Lufthansa?

• Crate/Carrier Size: For small dogs and cats traveling in the cabin, carriers must not exceed the dimensions 22" x 16" x 9" (55 cm x 40 cm x 23 cm). Carriers must be escape, leak, and bite-proof. For pets traveling in the cargo hold, medium carriers can be up to 24" x 18" x 16" (60 cm x 45 cm x 40 cm) and larger carriers can be up to 49" x 29" x 33" (125 cm x 75 cm x 85 cm). Carriers in the hold must have food and water containers attached, proper ventilation, and a secure locking system.
• Weight Limit: 17 lbs
• Breed Restrictions: Animals classified as fighting or dangerous dogs may only be transported in special crates in the hold. Additionally, Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and Bull Terriers are not allowed entry into Germany. Passengers who are looking to transport snub-nosed animals are advised not to by Lufthansa, though they are not forbidden.
• Fees (USD): $150

What Additional Information Is Available for Lufthansa?

• Pets must be booked onto flights at least 72 hours before departure. Dogs and cats are welcome in the cabin if the combined weight of the pet and carrier is under 17 lbs (8 kg). Each passenger is allowed to bring 2 animals in the cabin. Pets must be at least 15 weeks on flights to/from Germany and 12 weeks for other flights. Animals must be stowed in a carrier under the seat during the flight. If the combined weight of your pet and carrier is over 17 lbs (8 kg), your pet can be transported in the air-conditioned cargo hold instead. Dogs that cannot fit in larger carriers or are traveling alone must be transported as cargo instead. Contact Lufthansa Cargo directly at (01) 806-747-100 to answer any queries about the cargo service. Animals classified as fighting or dangerous dogs may only be transported in special crates in the hold. Passengers who are looking to transport snub-nosed animals are advised not to by Lufthansa, though they are not forbidden.
• Phone: (800) 645-3880
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