Edelweiss in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Edelweiss allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 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. Edelweiss 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). Edelweiss's 9.1" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track (shared with airBaltic, Austrian, Brussels, Discover, 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 Edelweiss?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Edelweiss’s published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Carriers that clear Edelweiss (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 Edelweiss'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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Edelweiss pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | Not published · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats |
| Weight | Max 8 kg including the pet carrier |
| Pets | Not published |
| Booking | Not published · what to book, buy and pack → |
Source: official Edelweiss pet policy · verified 2026-10-03 · how Edelweiss ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Edelweiss
Matched to Edelweiss's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Edelweiss carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Edelweiss’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 Edelweiss'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 Edelweiss'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 Edelweiss'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 Edelweiss'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 Edelweiss
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
Edelweiss'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 Edelweiss 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 Edelweiss allow in the cabin?
Edelweiss'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 Edelweiss pet policy.
How much does Edelweiss charge for an in-cabin pet?
Not published. Always confirm the current fee on the official Edelweiss pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Edelweiss?
2 of the 15 carriers we track clear Edelweiss'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 Edelweiss is rated for is 15 lb. Full shortlist: /fits/edelweiss/.
Does Edelweiss require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Yes — Edelweiss requires a soft-sided carrier in the cabin. Height is what rules carriers out: Edelweiss publishes 9.1", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Edelweiss?
Not published. Species accepted: dogs, cats. Weight limit: Max 8 kg including the pet carrier.