ITA Airways in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
ITA Airways 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. In-cabin fee: Per single flight route: domestic EUR 73 / USD 85. 1 of the 15 carriers we track clears that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) is the one that clears it, with 0.6" to spare on its tightest dimension. ITA's 9.1" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 58 airlines we track (shared with Austrian, Brussels, Lufthansa, SAS Scandinavian, Swiss International, Turkish): Aegean, Air France, Air Transat and Alaska allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit ITA Airways?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses ITA Airways’s published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
ITA Airways pet rules
| Recommended max carrier (soft) | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | Per single flight route: domestic EUR 73 / USD 85; to-from Europe, Algeria, Tunisia EUR 95 / USD 120; Cairo, Tel Aviv, Amman, Beirut, Tripoli, Jeddah, Riad, Dakar, Accra, Dubai EUR 100 / USD 125; Miami, Boston, Delhi, Malè, New York, Washington, Chicago, Toronto EUR 210 / USD 265; Los Angeles, Houston, Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paolo, Tokyo, Bangkok, San Francisco, Mauritius EUR 230 / USD 290 · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats |
| Weight | 12 kg on domestic flights and 8 kg on all other flights, including carrier and food |
| Pets | One carrier, which may contain up to two animals of the same species provided the total weight stays within the limit |
| Booking | Book when purchasing the ticket or via ITA's Information and Customer Service Office; you must also complete the form for transporting dogs/cats as additional baggage in the cabin before departure and submit it in duplicate at check-in |
Source: official ITA Airways pet policy · verified 2026-07-23
Carriers that fit ITA Airways
Matched to ITA Airways's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full ITA Airways carrier shortlist →
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| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 0.6" 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 → | |
| 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.5 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too tall (10.75" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 12 × 12 in | Too tall (12" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
ITA Airways'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 ITA Airways 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 ITA Airways allow in the cabin?
ITA Airways'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 ITA Airways pet policy.
How much does ITA Airways charge for an in-cabin pet?
Per single flight route: domestic EUR 73 / USD 85; to-from Europe, Algeria, Tunisia EUR 95 / USD 120; Cairo, Tel Aviv, Amman, Beirut, Tripoli, Jeddah, Riad, Dakar, Accra, Dubai EUR 100 / USD 125; Miami, Boston, Delhi, Malè, New York, Washington, Chicago, Toronto EUR 210 / USD 265; Los Angeles, Houston, Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paolo, Tokyo, Bangkok, San Francisco, Mauritius EUR 230 / USD 290. Always confirm the current fee on the official ITA Airways pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit ITA Airways?
1 of the 15 carriers we track clears ITA Airways'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. Full shortlist: /fits/ita-airways/.
Does ITA Airways require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Yes — ITA Airways requires a soft-sided carrier in the cabin. Height is what rules carriers out: ITA Airways publishes 9.1", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on ITA Airways?
One carrier, which may contain up to two animals of the same species provided the total weight stays within the limit. Species accepted: dogs, cats. Weight limit: 12 kg on domestic flights and 8 kg on all other flights, including carrier and food. Book when purchasing the ticket or via ITA's Information and Customer Service Office; you must also complete the form for transporting dogs/cats as additional baggage in the cabin before departure and submit it in duplicate at check-in