Avelo Airlines in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Avelo Airlines allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 17 × 9 × 13 in, stowed under the seat in front of you. Already own a carrier? Enter its measurements below to check it against this limit. The in-cabin fee is $125 pet fare each way per pet carrier. 2 of the 15 carriers we track clear that published limit.
The Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) leaves the most room — 1" on its tightest dimension, while the Sleepypod Atom only just squeaks in with nothing to spare. At 13", Avelo's published height ceiling is the most generous of the 58 airlines we track (shared with Breeze, Saudia) — EL AL Israel publishes only 7".
Will your carrier fit Avelo Airlines?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Avelo Airlines’s published 17 × 9 × 13 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Carriers that clear Avelo Airlines (17 × 9 × 13 in)
Roomiest margin first. Sized to the airline’s limit, not to your pet — measure your pet first →
| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
 Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Fits 1" spare | See on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Exact fit 0" spare | See on Amazon → |
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Avelo Airlines pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 17 × 9 × 13 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Soft recommended; hard allowed within its limit |
| In-cabin fee | $125 pet fare each way per pet carrier · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | small dogs, cats, rabbits, birds |
| Pets | 1 pet carrier per passenger · up to 2 small cats/dogs/rabbits/birds per carrier · up to 8 pet carriers per scheduled flight |
| Booking | Reserve in advance by purchasing the pet add-on when booking, or call the Customer Solutions Center at (346) 616-9500 — first-come, first-served until capacity is reached · what to book, buy and pack → |
| Seating restrictions | May not occupy an Exit Seat or any seat without under-seat stowage in front of it. |
Source: official Avelo Airlines pet policy · verified 2026-09-05 · how Avelo Airlines ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Avelo Airlines
Matched to Avelo Airlines's published 17 × 9 × 13 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Avelo Airlines carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Avelo Airlines’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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Fits 1" spare | See on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Exact fit 0" spare | See on Amazon → |
13 carriers too big for Avelo Airlines
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) up to ~8 lb · max pet 13″ long × 7.5″ tall | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
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 |
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
Avelo Airlines'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 Avelo Airlines 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 Avelo Airlines allow in the cabin?
Avelo Airlines's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 17 × 9 × 13 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Avelo Airlines pet policy.
How much does Avelo Airlines charge for an in-cabin pet?
$125 pet fare each way per pet carrier. Always confirm the current fee on the official Avelo Airlines pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Avelo Airlines?
2 of the 15 carriers we track clear Avelo Airlines's published 17 × 9 × 13 in. The roomiest is the Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small), with 1" to spare on its tightest dimension. The heaviest pet any carrier that clears Avelo Airlines is rated for is 12 lb (some fitting carriers publish no pet rating). Full shortlist: /fits/avelo/.
Does Avelo Airlines require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Avelo Airlines recommends soft-sided but allows a hard-sided kennel within its published limit. Height is what rules carriers out: Avelo Airlines publishes 13", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Avelo Airlines?
1 pet carrier per passenger · up to 2 small cats/dogs/rabbits/birds per carrier · up to 8 pet carriers per scheduled flight. Species accepted: small dogs, cats, rabbits, birds. Reserve in advance by purchasing the pet add-on when booking, or call the Customer Solutions Center at (346) 616-9500 — first-come, first-served until capacity is reached