airBaltic in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
airBaltic allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in, stowed under the seat in front of you. Already own a carrier? Enter its measurements below to check it against this limit. airBaltic does not publish a cabin-pet fee on its own policy page. 2 of the 15 carriers we track clear that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) leaves the most room — 0.6" on its tightest dimension, against just 0.1" for the Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile). airBaltic's 9.1" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track (shared with Austrian, Brussels, Discover, Edelweiss, Eurowings, ITA, Lufthansa, SAS Scandinavian, Swiss International, Turkish): Aegean, Air Europa, Air France and Air Transat allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit airBaltic?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses airBaltic’s published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Carriers that clear airBaltic (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 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 0.6" spare | See on Amazon → |
 Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb · over airBaltic's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Fits 0.1" spare | See on Amazon → |
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airBaltic pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Soft recommended; hard allowed within its limit |
| In-cabin fee | Not published · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats |
| Weight | Max 8 kg (pet + carrier) |
| Minimum age | Rabies vaccination required (pet at least 15 weeks old) |
| Pets | One carrier per person; two pets of the same kind may share a carrier if they fit |
| Booking | Contact airBaltic BEFORE booking your ticket: pet places per flight are limited and must be confirmed in advance; €70 per carrier per direction; no seats in the first row or emergency exit · what to book, buy and pack → |
Source: official airBaltic pet policy · verified 2026-10-03 · how airBaltic ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit airBaltic
Matched to airBaltic's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full airBaltic carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by airBaltic’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 0.6" spare | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb · over airBaltic's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Fits 0.1" spare | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb · over airBaltic's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Flexes — 0.9" over | See on Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall · over airBaltic's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — 1.4" over | See on Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large) up to ~22 lb · max pet 18″ long × 10.5″ tall · over airBaltic's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Flexes — 2.4" over | See on Amazon → |
SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height) pet size not published | 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Flexes — 2.4" over | See on Amazon → |
9 carriers too big for airBaltic
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 9.1") | View on Amazon |
Diggs Passenger pet size not published · Diggs discontinued this carrier — link goes to similar carriers | 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.1") | Compare similar on Amazon → |
ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack up to ~17 lb | 18 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.1") | View on Amazon |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.1") | View on Amazon |
Away The Pet Carrier pets up to ~18 lb | 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too tall (10.75" > 9.1") | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided up to ~13 lb | 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | View on Amazon |
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | View on Amazon |
Frisco Premium Airline-Compliant Carrier up to ~22 lb | 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Air up to ~18 lb | 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
airBaltic'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 airBaltic 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 airBaltic allow in the cabin?
airBaltic's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the airBaltic pet policy.
How much does airBaltic charge for an in-cabin pet?
Not published. Always confirm the current fee on the official airBaltic pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit airBaltic?
2 of the 15 carriers we track clear airBaltic's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 0.6" to spare on its tightest dimension. The heaviest pet any carrier that clears airBaltic is rated for is 15 lb. Full shortlist: /fits/airbaltic/.
Does airBaltic require a soft-sided pet carrier?
airBaltic recommends soft-sided but allows a hard-sided kennel within its published limit. Height is what rules carriers out: airBaltic publishes 9.1", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on airBaltic?
One carrier per person; two pets of the same kind may share a carrier if they fit. Species accepted: dogs, cats. Weight limit: Max 8 kg (pet + carrier). Contact airBaltic BEFORE booking your ticket: pet places per flight are limited and must be confirmed in advance; €70 per carrier per direction; no seats in the first row or emergency exit