Saudia in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Saudia allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 21 × 16 × 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 $100 USD for cabin transport on domestic and international flights (excluding USA & Canada, which have their own regional fees). 14 of the 15 carriers we track clear that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) leaves the most room — 4.5" on its tightest dimension, against just 1.5" for the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large). At 13", Saudia's published height ceiling is the most generous of the 58 airlines we track (shared with Avelo, Breeze) — EL AL Israel publishes only 7".
Will your carrier fit Saudia?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Saudia’s published 21 × 16 × 13 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Carriers that clear Saudia (21 × 16 × 13 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 · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 4.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
 Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Fits 4" spare | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Fits 3" spare | See on Amazon → |
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Saudia pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 21 × 16 × 13 in |
| Carrier size caveat | Saudia does not say which side is the height. We store its own inch figures with the smallest side (13 in) as the height, so a fit is never overstated. |
| Soft-sided required? | Soft recommended; hard allowed within its limit |
| In-cabin fee | $100 USD for cabin transport on domestic and international flights (excluding USA & Canada, which have their own regional fees) · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | cats, small birds, falcons (hooded, with a handler) |
| Weight | Max 5 kg (cat + container) |
| Pets | Only one pet per container |
| Booking | Tell Saudia when you book. Dogs travel in the cargo hold, not the cabin · what to book, buy and pack → |
| Routes & cargo | Saudia carries pets on direct routes only; dogs (including service dogs) fly in the cargo hold. |
Source: official Saudia pet policy · verified 2026-10-03 · how Saudia ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Saudia
Matched to Saudia's published 21 × 16 × 13 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Saudia carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Saudia’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 · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 4.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Fits 4" spare | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Fits 3" spare | See on Amazon → |
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Fits 3" spare | See on Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Fits 2.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
Diggs Passenger pet size not published · Diggs discontinued this carrier — link goes to similar carriers | 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Fits 2.5" spare | Search Amazon → |
ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack up to ~17 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 18 × 12 × 10.5 in | Fits 2.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Fits 2.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
Away The Pet Carrier pets up to ~18 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Fits 2.3" spare | Search Amazon → |
Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided up to ~13 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 11 in | Fits 2" spare | See on Amazon → |
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Fits 2" spare | See on Amazon → |
Frisco Premium Airline-Compliant Carrier up to ~22 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 18 × 11 × 11 in | Fits 2" spare | Search Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large) up to ~22 lb · max pet 18″ long × 10.5″ tall · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Fits 1.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height) pet size not published | 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Fits 1.5" spare | See on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Air up to ~18 lb · over Saudia's 11 lb limit once the bag is counted | 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Fits collapsed | See on Amazon → |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
Saudia'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 Saudia 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 Saudia allow in the cabin?
Saudia's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 21 × 16 × 13 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Saudia pet policy.
How much does Saudia charge for an in-cabin pet?
$100 USD for cabin transport on domestic and international flights (excluding USA & Canada, which have their own regional fees). Always confirm the current fee on the official Saudia pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Saudia?
14 of the 15 carriers we track clear Saudia's published 21 × 16 × 13 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 4.5" to spare on its tightest dimension. The heaviest pet any carrier that clears Saudia is rated for is 22 lb (some fitting carriers publish no pet rating). Full shortlist: /fits/saudia/.
Does Saudia require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Saudia recommends soft-sided but allows a hard-sided kennel within its published limit. Height is what rules carriers out: Saudia publishes 13", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Saudia?
Only one pet per container. Species accepted: cats, small birds, falcons (hooded, with a handler). Weight limit: Max 5 kg (cat + container). Tell Saudia when you book. Dogs travel in the cargo hold, not the cabin