Vueling in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Vueling allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 17.7 × 15.4 × 8.3 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. Vueling does not publish a cabin-pet fee on its own policy page. 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 — 0.2" over), with 2 others in the same range. Measure yours and expect an agent to check it. Vueling's 8.3" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track (shared with Viva Aerobus): Aegean, Air Europa, Air France and Air Transat allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Vueling?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Vueling’s published 17.7 × 15.4 × 8.3 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Vueling pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 17.7 × 15.4 × 8.3 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | Not published · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats, birds (excluding birds of prey), turtles/tortoises |
| Weight | 10 kg (22.0 lb) including the pet inside the carrier |
| Pets | Up to 2 cats or dogs in the same carrier, provided they are of the same species and/or litter and do not exceed the permitted weight and size |
| Booking | Select the Fly Light fare in the "Customise your flight" section during booking (applies to all legs); to add a pet to an existing booking or to a single leg, contact the Vueling Customer Service Centre · what to book, buy and pack → |
Source: official Vueling pet policy · verified 2026-08-25 · how Vueling ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Vueling
Matched to Vueling's published 17.7 × 15.4 × 8.3 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Vueling carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Vueling’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 — 0.2" over | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Flexes — 0.7" over | Not available on Amazon right now |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — 2.2" over | See on Amazon → |
12 carriers too big for Vueling
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 8.3") | 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" > 8.3") | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 8.3") | View on Amazon |
Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided up to ~13 lb | 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 8.3") | View on Amazon |
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 8.3") | View on Amazon |
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) |
Sleepypod Air up to ~18 lb | 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack up to ~17 lb | 18 × 12 × 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 → |
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
Vueling'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 Vueling 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 Vueling allow in the cabin?
Vueling's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 17.7 × 15.4 × 8.3 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Vueling pet policy.
How much does Vueling charge for an in-cabin pet?
Not published. Always confirm the current fee on the official Vueling pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Vueling?
No carrier we track clears Vueling's published 17.7 × 15.4 × 8.3 in outright — the closest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) (flexes — 0.2" over). Full shortlist: /fits/vueling/.
Is Vueling's 17.7 × 15.4 × 8.3 in limit guaranteed on every aircraft?
No. Vueling states "The only pets allowed on flights operated by GetJet or AirHub are cats and dogs" — birds and turtles/tortoises that are otherwise permitted will be refused on those wet-leased flights. Vueling also carries no animals in the hold at all, so a pet that does not fit the cabin carrier cannot travel. Treat the published figure as a fleet-wide maximum, not a promise for your seat, and prefer a collapsible or flexible-height carrier.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Vueling?
Up to 2 cats or dogs in the same carrier, provided they are of the same species and/or litter and do not exceed the permitted weight and size. Species accepted: dogs, cats, birds (excluding birds of prey), turtles/tortoises. Weight limit: 10 kg (22.0 lb) including the pet inside the carrier. Select the Fly Light fare in the "Customise your flight" section during booking (applies to all legs); to add a pet to an existing booking or to a single leg, contact the Vueling Customer Service Centre