Air Europa in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Air Europa allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in, soft-sided, stowed under the seat in front of you. Already own a carrier? Enter its measurements below to check it against this limit. In-cabin fee: Surcharge depending on the destination (Air Europa publishes no single figure on its pets page). 1 of the 15 carriers we track clears that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) is the one that clears it, with 0.7" to spare on its tightest dimension. Air Europa's 11.8" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track: Avelo, Breeze, Pegasus and Saudia allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Air Europa?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Air Europa’s published 15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
The carrier that clears Air Europa (15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in)
Roomiest margin first. Sized to the airline’s limit, not to your pet — measure your pet first →
| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) up to ~8 lb · max pet 13″ long × 7.5″ tall | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 0.7" spare | See on Amazon → |
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Air Europa pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | Surcharge depending on the destination (Air Europa publishes no single figure on its pets page) · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats |
| Weight | Pet max 8 kg; pet and carrier together max 10 kg |
| Pets | Up to 5 pets per passenger across the cabin and the hold |
| Booking | Not published · what to book, buy and pack → |
| Seating restrictions | Pets in the cabin may not travel in an emergency exit or XL seat. |
Source: official Air Europa pet policy · verified 2026-10-03 · how Air Europa ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Air Europa
Matched to Air Europa's published 15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Air Europa carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Air Europa’s size limit — not by your pet. The weight under each carrier is what that size is rated to hold. A bag can clear the airline and still be the wrong size for the animal, which is the most common reason one goes back — measure your pet first →
| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) up to ~8 lb · max pet 13″ long × 7.5″ tall | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 0.7" spare | See on Amazon → |
 Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Squeezes — 0.3" over | See on Amazon → |
13 carriers too big for Air Europa
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Sleepypod Air up to ~18 lb | 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Diggs Passenger pet size not published · Diggs discontinued this carrier — link goes to similar carriers | 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | Compare similar on Amazon → |
ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack up to ~17 lb | 18 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Away The Pet Carrier pets up to ~18 lb | 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too big | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided up to ~13 lb | 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
Frisco Premium Airline-Compliant Carrier up to ~22 lb | 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too big | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large) up to ~22 lb · max pet 18″ long × 10.5″ tall | 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height) pet size not published | 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
Air Europa's number is its published maximum, not a guarantee for your exact seat. Before you buy or fly:
- Check which aircraft operates your flight (in your booking or on a seat-map site).
- Avoid bulkhead and exit rows — bulkheads have no under-seat storage and most airlines ban pets there — and check this airline's seat rules above.
- Call Air Europa to confirm under-seat dimensions for that aircraft, or
- Choose a collapsible / flexible-height carrier that adapts to a tighter space.
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Common questions
What size pet carrier does Air Europa allow in the cabin?
Air Europa's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Air Europa pet policy.
How much does Air Europa charge for an in-cabin pet?
Surcharge depending on the destination (Air Europa publishes no single figure on its pets page). Always confirm the current fee on the official Air Europa pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Air Europa?
1 of the 15 carriers we track clears Air Europa's published 15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 0.7" to spare on its tightest dimension. The heaviest pet any carrier that clears Air Europa is rated for is 8 lb. Full shortlist: /fits/air-europa/.
Is Air Europa's 15.7 × 11.8 × 11.8 in limit guaranteed on every aircraft?
No. Short- and medium-haul: dogs and cats accepted except Business Class on a Boeing 787 (the carrier does not fit under the seat in front). Long-haul (e.g. Brazil - Madrid): no animals in Business Class. Treat the published figure as a fleet-wide maximum, not a promise for your seat, and prefer a collapsible or flexible-height carrier.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Air Europa?
Up to 5 pets per passenger across the cabin and the hold. Species accepted: dogs, cats. Weight limit: Pet max 8 kg; pet and carrier together max 10 kg.