Transavia in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Transavia allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 9.4 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. The in-cabin fee is €50 per pet per one-way flight on HV flight numbers. 1 of the 15 carriers we track clears that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) is the one that clears it, with 0.7" to spare on its tightest dimension. Transavia's 9.4" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track (shared with Air France, GOL Linhas Aéreas, KLM Royal Dutch): Aegean, Air Europa, Air Transat and Alaska allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Transavia?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Transavia’s published 15.7 × 11.8 × 9.4 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
The carrier that clears Transavia (15.7 × 11.8 × 9.4 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 0.7" spare | See on Amazon → |
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Transavia pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 15.7 × 11.8 × 9.4 in |
| Carrier size caveat | Height 24 cm is stored as 9.4 in (24 cm = 9.45 in, rounded DOWN so a fit is never overstated). |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | €50 per pet per one-way flight on HV flight numbers; €60 to €180 per pet per one-way flight on TO flight numbers · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats |
| Weight | Max 8 kg (pet + carrying bag) |
| Pets | Not published |
| Booking | Cats and dogs must be at least 15 weeks old; the carrier goes under the seat in front, and you may still bring one piece of hand luggage · what to book, buy and pack → |
Source: official Transavia pet policy · verified 2026-10-03 · how Transavia ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Transavia
Matched to Transavia's published 15.7 × 11.8 × 9.4 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Transavia carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Transavia’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 0.7" spare | See on Amazon → |
14 carriers too big for Transavia
 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 |
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 |
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 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
Transavia'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 Transavia 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 Transavia allow in the cabin?
Transavia's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 15.7 × 11.8 × 9.4 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Transavia pet policy.
How much does Transavia charge for an in-cabin pet?
€50 per pet per one-way flight on HV flight numbers; €60 to €180 per pet per one-way flight on TO flight numbers. Always confirm the current fee on the official Transavia pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Transavia?
1 of the 15 carriers we track clears Transavia's published 15.7 × 11.8 × 9.4 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 0.7" to spare on its tightest dimension. The heaviest pet any carrier that clears Transavia is rated for is 8 lb. Full shortlist: /fits/transavia/.
Does Transavia require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Yes — Transavia requires a soft-sided carrier in the cabin. Height is what rules carriers out: Transavia publishes 9.4", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Transavia?
Not published. Species accepted: dogs, cats. Weight limit: Max 8 kg (pet + carrying bag). Cats and dogs must be at least 15 weeks old; the carrier goes under the seat in front, and you may still bring one piece of hand luggage