Air France in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Air France allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 18.1 × 11 × 9.4 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: In the cabin, one-way per carrier: EUR 70 within Metropolitan France. 1 of the 15 carriers we track clears that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) is the one that clears it, with 0.9" to spare on its tightest dimension. Air France's 9.4" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 58 airlines we track (shared with KLM Royal Dutch): Aegean, Air Transat, Alaska and Allegiant allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Air France?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Air France’s published 18.1 × 11 × 9.4 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Air France pet rules
| Recommended max carrier (soft) | 18.1 × 11 × 9.4 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | In the cabin, one-way per carrier: EUR 70 within Metropolitan France; EUR 125 within the Caribbean, within Europe/Europe–North Africa, and Metropolitan France–Cayenne/Fort-de-France/Pointe-à-Pitre/Saint-Denis Réunion; EUR/USD/CAD 200 US-Canada–Europe (and Cayenne, Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Saint-Denis Réunion, Nouméa, Tel-Aviv); EUR/USD/CAD 250 US-Canada–rest of world; EUR 200 other flights. Adding a pet less than 24 h before departure adds a surcharge (50% within Metropolitan France and the Caribbean, 25% international) · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats |
| Weight | Under 8 kg (17.64 lb) including the carrier |
| Pets | Only one animal per carrier, and each passenger may travel with only one animal |
| Booking | Add the Pet Travel Option under "My Booking" (or at time of booking) no later than 24 hours before departure |
Source: official Air France pet policy · verified 2026-07-23
Carriers that fit Air France
Matched to Air France's published 18.1 × 11 × 9.4 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Air France carrier shortlist →
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| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 0.9" spare | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 10.5 × 9.8 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 9.4") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.4") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.4") | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.4") | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.4") | See on Amazon → | |
| 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.5 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 12 × 12 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
Air France's number is a fleet-wide recommendation, not a promise 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 some window seats — they have less (or no) under-seat storage.
- Call Air France 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 France allow in the cabin?
Air France's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 18.1 × 11 × 9.4 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Air France pet policy.
How much does Air France charge for an in-cabin pet?
In the cabin, one-way per carrier: EUR 70 within Metropolitan France; EUR 125 within the Caribbean, within Europe/Europe–North Africa, and Metropolitan France–Cayenne/Fort-de-France/Pointe-à-Pitre/Saint-Denis Réunion; EUR/USD/CAD 200 US-Canada–Europe (and Cayenne, Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Saint-Denis Réunion, Nouméa, Tel-Aviv); EUR/USD/CAD 250 US-Canada–rest of world; EUR 200 other flights. Adding a pet less than 24 h before departure adds a surcharge (50% within Metropolitan France and the Caribbean, 25% international). Always confirm the current fee on the official Air France pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Air France?
1 of the 15 carriers we track clears Air France's published 18.1 × 11 × 9.4 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 0.9" to spare on its tightest dimension. Full shortlist: /fits/air-france/.
Does Air France require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Yes — Air France requires a soft-sided carrier in the cabin. Height is what rules carriers out: Air France publishes 9.4", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Air France?
Only one animal per carrier, and each passenger may travel with only one animal. Species accepted: dogs, cats. Weight limit: Under 8 kg (17.64 lb) including the carrier. Add the Pet Travel Option under "My Booking" (or at time of booking) no later than 24 hours before departure