YULMAD
Flying with your pet from Montreal (YUL) to Madrid (MAD)
What to check before booking: which airlines take your pet, at what price, and what entry into Madrid requires.
Rules verified on July 28, 2026
Blockers on this route
- Heat embargo likely: most airlines close the hold above 27-29 °C on the ground, May to September.
Minimum lead time
25 Allow at least 25 days between the first vet step and departure.
The dated plan for your pet
Free search: the airlines that accept your pet on this route, their transport mode and their fees. The full dated plan is €19, a single payment.
See the airlines for YUL → MADAirlines on this route
| Airline | Travels as | Pet fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | In cabin | 50 CAD/USD | Verified at source |
| Air Transat | In cabin | Not published | Confirm with airline |
| Air Europa | In cabin | 35 EUR Espagne · 50 EUR Europe/Afrique/Amériques · 150-175 EUR long-courrier | Verified at source |
| WestJet | In cabin | sur devis | Verified at source |
| Iberia | In cabin | réservable en ligne à l'achat du billet | Verified at source |
From $35 to $175 depending on airline and travel mode. These are the carriers' published amounts; they cover neither vet work nor the crate.
Derived corridor The rules below follow from the same official sources, but this specific route was not re-verified individually — only 8 corridors were. Confirm with your airline and the destination authorities.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take my dog in the cabin from Montreal to Madrid?
Yes, with Air Canada, Air Transat, Air Europa, WestJet. The limit is almost always 8 kg including the bag, and the pet must fit under the seat.
How long does it take to prepare the trip?
Allow at least 25 days between the first vet step and departure.
What paperwork is required to enter Madrid?
ISO microchip, a valid rabies vaccination given after the chip, and an EU health certificate endorsed by the departure country's veterinary authority.