Lufthansa Pet Policy 2026: Fees, Carrier Size, Breed Rules

Region: Europe · IATA code LH

Lufthansa pet travel summary

In-cabin pets: Allowed (max 18 lbs combined with carrier).
Cargo / checked baggage pets: Allowed.
Pet fee: $200 USD (per segment, subject to change).
Max carrier dimensions: 22 × 15 × 9 inches.
Allowed pet types: dog, cat.

Lufthansa breed restrictions

The following breeds may be restricted or prohibited on Lufthansa:

Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds accepted only in cabin, not in cargo hold, between May 1 and September 30

Temperature restrictions

Temperature embargoes on cargo transport during extreme heat or cold. In-cabin pets not affected.

Cargo / hold travel notes

Lufthansa Cargo offers animal transport via their Animal Lounge in Frankfurt. Larger pets travel as checked baggage or cargo.

Booking notes

Must book pet at least 24 hours before departure through the Lufthansa Service Center. Health certificate required within 10 days of travel.

Always verify directly with Lufthansa

Airline pet policies change without notice. Before booking, confirm fees, carrier dimensions, breed restrictions, and embargoes directly with Lufthansa via their official pet policy page: https://www.lufthansa.com/us/en/travelling-with-animals.

Data last verified 2026-06-08 from Direct from Lufthansa.

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