Note: Fees and rules vary by route on Lufthansa. The table below shows the baseline — see fee notes for full details.
Rule
Details
Cabin allowed
Yes
Cabin fee (one-way)
approx. $72.00 USD
Max weight in cabin
8.00 kg (pet + carrier)
Max carrier dimensions
55x40x23 cm
Cargo / checked baggage allowed
Yes
Cargo fee (one-way)
approx. $115.00 USD
Max weight in cargo
Not specified
Fee notes: Cabin EUR 55 domestic Germany / EUR 70–100 Europe / EUR 110–160 intercontinental. Hold: use lufthansa.com baggage calculator — approx EUR 150–400 depending on crate size and route. Transfer surcharge EUR 150 via BRU, GVA, FRA, VIE, or ZRH.
Breed restrictions: Brachycephalic cat breeds not accepted in cargo hold: Persian, Himalayan, Exotic Shorthair, Burmese, Birman. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit.
Note: Fees and rules vary by route on Lufthansa. The table below shows the baseline — see fee notes for full details.
Rule
Details
Cabin allowed
Yes
Cabin fee (one-way)
approx. $72.00 USD
Max weight in cabin
8.00 kg (pet + carrier)
Max carrier dimensions
55x40x23 cm
Cargo / checked baggage allowed
Yes
Cargo fee (one-way)
approx. $115.00 USD
Max weight in cargo
Not specified
Fee notes: Cabin EUR 55 domestic Germany / EUR 70–100 Europe / EUR 110–160 intercontinental. Hold: use lufthansa.com baggage calculator — approx EUR 150–400 depending on crate size and route. Transfer surcharge EUR 150 via BRU, GVA, FRA, VIE, or ZRH.
Breed restrictions: Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds not accepted in cargo hold: English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Pug, Boxer, Shih Tzu, Chow Chow, Shar Pei, Pekingese, Lhasa Apso, Brussels Griffon, Dogue de Bordeaux. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit. As of March 1, 2026, kennels for restricted breeds must comply with LH05 IATA container requirements (wooden/steel frame; metal wire kennels no longer accepted).
Yes, cats are allowed in the cabin on Lufthansa. Maximum weight including carrier: 8.00 kg. Cabin fee: approximately $72.00 USD one-way. Cabin EUR 55 domestic Germany / EUR 70–100 Europe / EUR 110–160 intercontinental. Hold: use lufthansa.com baggage calculator — approx EUR 150–400 depending on crate size and route. Transfer surcharge EUR 150 via BRU, GVA, FRA, VIE, or ZRH.
Does Lufthansa have breed restrictions for cats?
Brachycephalic cat breeds not accepted in cargo hold: Persian, Himalayan, Exotic Shorthair, Burmese, Birman. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit.
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Lufthansa?
Yes, dogs are allowed in the cabin on Lufthansa. Maximum weight including carrier: 8.00 kg. Cabin fee: approximately $72.00 USD one-way. Cabin EUR 55 domestic Germany / EUR 70–100 Europe / EUR 110–160 intercontinental. Hold: use lufthansa.com baggage calculator — approx EUR 150–400 depending on crate size and route. Transfer surcharge EUR 150 via BRU, GVA, FRA, VIE, or ZRH.
Does Lufthansa have breed restrictions for dogs?
Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds not accepted in cargo hold: English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Pug, Boxer, Shih Tzu, Chow Chow, Shar Pei, Pekingese, Lhasa Apso, Brussels Griffon, Dogue de Bordeaux. These breeds may travel in cabin if within weight limit. As of March 1, 2026, kennels for restricted breeds must comply with LH05 IATA container requirements (wooden/steel frame; metal wire kennels no longer accepted).
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