Can I fly with my dog in the cabin on KLM?

Yes, KLM accepts small dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 8 kg including the carrier, in a carrier that fits under the seat.

Does KLM accept pets in the hold?

Yes, KLM accepts pets in the hold, in an IATA-compliant crate.

Does KLM accept short-nosed breeds?

KLM restricts short-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds because of the respiratory risk. The detail (cabin, hold, season) is on its official page, linked above.

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KLM pet policy: flying with a dog or cat

KLM 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 kgPublished fees: 70-500 EUR (one-way, cabin or hold)
Hold (checked): YesPublished fees: 70-500 EUR
Cargo: YesService: AFKLMP Cargo — Specialized Live

What to check before you book

Short-nosed breeds (French bulldog, pug, Persian…): restricted by the airline.
Hold not available on some aircraft: B787-9, B787-10, A321neo, German Airways.
Minimum age: 15 weeks.
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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Source

Conditions read on the airline's official page, verified on September 23, 2026. klm.com

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Common questions

Can I fly with my dog in the cabin on KLM?: Yes, KLM accepts small dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 8 kg including the carrier, in a carrier that fits under the seat.
Does KLM accept pets in the hold?: Yes, KLM accepts pets in the hold, in an IATA-compliant crate.
Does KLM accept short-nosed breeds?: KLM restricts short-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds because of the respiratory risk. The detail (cabin, hold, season) is on its official page, linked above.