Norwegian in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Norwegian allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 16.9 × 12.2 × 7.9 in, 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: 55–75 EUR (online) or 60–85 EUR (airport), per animal, each way. 0 of the 15 carriers we track clear that published limit.
That means no carrier on our list clears it outright — the closest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) (flexes — 0.6" over). Measure yours and expect an agent to check it. Norwegian's 7.9" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track (shared with Finnair, LOT Polish, Royal Air Maroc): Aegean, Air Canada, Air Europa and Air France allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Norwegian?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Norwegian’s published 16.9 × 12.2 × 7.9 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Norwegian pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 16.9 × 12.2 × 7.9 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Soft recommended; hard allowed within its limit |
| In-cabin fee | 55–75 EUR (online) or 60–85 EUR (airport), per animal, each way · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | small cats, small dogs |
| Weight | 8 kg total gross weight including the container |
| Pets | Norwegian accepts up to two pets in the cabin per flight; up to three very small puppies or kittens in one container may be booked as a single animal provided the size and weight limits are not exceeded |
| Booking | Book online when booking your flight or by calling the Contact Centre; you can add a pet to an existing booking online using your booking reference and surname, subject to availability · what to book, buy and pack → |
Source: official Norwegian pet policy · verified 2026-08-25 · how Norwegian ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Norwegian
Matched to Norwegian's published 16.9 × 12.2 × 7.9 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Norwegian carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Norwegian’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 | Flexes — 0.6" over | See on Amazon → |
14 carriers too big for Norwegian
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 7.9") | View on Amazon |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Too big | Not available on Amazon right now |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Too big | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
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 |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 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 | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
Norwegian'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 Norwegian 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 Norwegian allow in the cabin?
Norwegian's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 16.9 × 12.2 × 7.9 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Norwegian pet policy.
How much does Norwegian charge for an in-cabin pet?
55–75 EUR (online) or 60–85 EUR (airport), per animal, each way. Always confirm the current fee on the official Norwegian pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Norwegian?
No carrier we track clears Norwegian's published 16.9 × 12.2 × 7.9 in outright — the closest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) (flexes — 0.6" over). Full shortlist: /fits/norwegian/.
Does Norwegian require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Norwegian recommends soft-sided but allows a hard-sided kennel within its published limit. Height is what rules carriers out: Norwegian publishes 7.9", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Norwegian?
Norwegian accepts up to two pets in the cabin per flight; up to three very small puppies or kittens in one container may be booked as a single animal provided the size and weight limits are not exceeded. Species accepted: small cats, small dogs. Weight limit: 8 kg total gross weight including the container. Book online when booking your flight or by calling the Contact Centre; you can add a pet to an existing booking online using your booking reference and surname, subject to availability