Brussels Airlines Pet Policy 2026: Fees, Carrier Size, Breed Rules

Region: Europe · IATA code SN

Brussels Airlines pet travel summary

• In-cabin pets: Allowed (max 18 lbs combined with carrier).
• Cargo / checked baggage pets: Allowed.
• Pet fee: $80 USD (per segment, subject to change).
• Max carrier dimensions: 22 × 16 × 9 inches.
• Allowed pet types: dog, cat.

Brussels Airlines breed restrictions

The following breeds may be restricted or prohibited on Brussels Airlines:

• Brachycephalic/snub-nosed breeds cabin only with signed form (American Bully, Bulldog, Pug, Pit Bull, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Chow Chow, Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Pekingese, Mastiff, Persian, British Shorthair, Exotic Shorthair, Himalayan cats)

Temperature restrictions

No cargo if temperature exceeds 29°C (85°F) or below 7°C (45°F). Acclimation certificate accepted below 7°C, minimum -7°C (20°F). Stricter for brachycephalic breeds.

Cargo / hold travel notes

Hold transport for dogs/cats too large for cabin in IATA crates (up to 125x75x85 cm). Fees vary by size/route (e.g., Europe medium €100, large €200; intercontinental higher up to €380+). Non-dog/cat animals via Lufthansa Cargo. Not to UK as checked baggage.

Booking notes

Book in advance via Service Centre (call center). Limited to 4 pets per flight. Window seat only for in-cabin pets, no bulkhead/exit rows. Pets must be over 15 weeks old, clean, healthy, and calm.

Always verify directly with Brussels Airlines

Airline pet policies change without notice. Before booking, confirm fees, carrier dimensions, breed restrictions, and embargoes directly with Brussels Airlines via their official pet policy page: https://www.brusselsairlines.com/en/fly/travel-info/pets.

Data last verified 2026-04-13 from Direct from Brussels Airlines.

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