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Finnair pet policy: flying with a dog or cat
Finnair accepts dogs and cats in the cabin, in the hold and as cargo. Here are its conditions, read on its official page, and the catches to know before you book.
What the airline accepts
- Cabin
- Yesup to 8 kg · carrier 55×40×23 cm souple · 35×30×20 cm rigidePublished fees: 60-130 EUR
- Hold (checked)
- Yesup to 75 kgPublished fees: 140 EUR Europe · 650 EUR / 700 USD intercontinental
- Cargo
- Yes
What to check before you book
- No pets at all to or from: Hong Kong SAR China, United Arab Emirates, Australia.
- On a codeshare, the rules of the airline OPERATING the flight apply, not the one on your ticket.
These conditions also depend on the route and date: some destinations close the cabin, and the arrival country has its own rules. The check is free.
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Conditions read on the airline's official page, verified on September 23, 2026. finnair.com
Common questions
- Can I fly with my dog in the cabin on Finnair?
- Yes, Finnair accepts small dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 8 kg including the carrier, in a carrier that fits under the seat.
- Does Finnair accept pets in the hold?
- Yes, Finnair accepts pets in the hold, up to 75 kg with the crate, in an IATA-compliant crate.
- Does Finnair accept short-nosed breeds?
- We found no restriction specific to short-nosed breeds on Finnair's official page. Still check when you book.