In-cabin pet carriers that fit Lufthansa
The carriers from our list that clear Lufthansa's official 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in under-seat limit — sorted best-fit first, with the ones that squeeze in when collapsed flagged.
Short answer: 6 of the 15 carriers we track fit Lufthansa's 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit: 2 with room to spare on every side and 4 only when collapsed or squeezed a little. 9 are too big.
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| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
 Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) up to ~8 lb · max pet 13″ long × 7.5″ tall 15 × 10 × 8.5 in is within 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in — 6.7" spare on length, 5.7" on width, 0.6" on height. · collapsible/flex | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb · over Lufthansa's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted 17 × 11 × 9 in is within 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in — 4.7" spare on length, 4.7" on width, 0.1" on height. Tightest margin is 0.1", so measure before you fly. · collapsible/flex | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Fits | Not available on Amazon right now |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb · over Lufthansa's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted 10" tall vs a 9.1" limit — 0.9" over, but the flexible-height top compresses down. Verify it squeezes under your actual seat. · collapsible/flex | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Flexes — 0.9" over | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall · over Lufthansa's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted 10.5" tall vs a 9.1" limit — 1.4" over, but the flexible-height top compresses down. Verify it squeezes under your actual seat. · collapsible/flex | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — 1.4" over | See on Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large) up to ~22 lb · max pet 18″ long × 10.5″ tall · over Lufthansa's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted 11.5" tall vs a 9.1" limit — 2.4" over, but the flexible-height top compresses down. Verify it squeezes under your actual seat. · collapsible/flex | 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Flexes — 2.4" over | See on Amazon → |
SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height) pet size not published 11.5" tall vs a 9.1" limit — 2.4" over, but the flexible-height top compresses down. Verify it squeezes under your actual seat. · collapsible/flex | 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Flexes — 2.4" over | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
Every fit is against the published maximum; real under-seat space varies by aircraft (why). Full rules & fees: Lufthansa pet policy → · how Lufthansa ranks on fee and space →
Other airlines: Mokulele Airlines · Norwegian · Pegasus Airlines · Porter Airlines · Royal Air Maroc · SAS Scandinavian Airlines
Common questions
What size pet carrier does Lufthansa allow in the cabin?
Lufthansa's published limit for a carrier under the seat in front of you is 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in. The carrier must be soft-sided. Weight limit: 8 kg (17.6 lb) including the transport container. We last checked this against Lufthansa's own pet policy on 2026-08-25.
How many pet carriers fit Lufthansa's limit?
6 of the 15 carriers we track fit Lufthansa's 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit: 2 with room to spare on every side and 4 only when collapsed or squeezed a little. 9 are too big.
Which carriers only fit Lufthansa when collapsed or squeezed?
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable), Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium), Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large), SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height). Each is over the published size until folded or pressed down, so measure yours and expect it may be checked at the gate.
Which carriers are too big for Lufthansa?
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium), Diggs Passenger, ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack, Sleepypod Atom, Away The Pet Carrier, Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided, Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small), Frisco Premium Airline-Compliant Carrier, Sleepypod Air. Each is over the 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit.
How much does Lufthansa charge for a pet in the cabin?
Charged once per flight direction (again for return flights and stopovers over 24 hours); the price depends on the route and Lufthansa publishes no single figure — pay at check-in or the Lufthansa service counter (assistance dogs travel free). Confirm the current fee with Lufthansa when you book.
How many pets does Lufthansa allow in the cabin?
Max 1 transport container per passenger; normally 1 animal per container, with exceptions allowing 2 animals (two young animals of comparable size min. 12 weeks, two fully grown animals of comparable size, or a mother with one young animal 0–6 weeks) — so max 2 animals per passenger. Confirm the current limit with Lufthansa when you book.
How do I book a pet in the cabin on Lufthansa?
Register the animal on Lufthansa's pet page ("Register animal now"); Lufthansa checks availability and books it no later than 72 hours before departure. Bring two signed printouts of the cabin-animal form to check-in. Last checked 2026-08-25.