Iberia

Iberia is the flag carrier airline of Spain with their hub in Madrid. Pets are welcome to travel in the cabin and as checked baggage on select flights. Visit Website

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Pets in the Cabin

Dogs and cats are welcome in the cabin of Iberia flights if the combined weight of the pet and carrier is under 17 lbs (8 kg). Pets being transported in the cabin shouldn't bother other passengers or have a strong odor. Pet fees for passengers traveling to Spain are $50; Europe, Africa and the Middle East are $73; and America and Asia are $210.

Pets in Checked Baggage

Animals and carriers that weigh over 17 lbs (8 kg) are permitted to travel as checked baggage. Pet fees for passengers traveling to Spain are $120; Europe, Africa and the Middle East are $170 and flights to/from America and Asia are $435.

Carrier Guidelines

For pets in the cabin, the maximum carrier dimensions are 18" x 14" x 10" (45 cm x 35 cm x 25 cm). Carriers should be strong, well-ventilated, and have a waterproof floor. You can carry several animals of the same species in a carrier if they are small and light enough. For pets traveling in the hold, carriers must not exceed 25" x 32" x 22" (65 cm x 83 cm x 56 cm). Carriers must comply with international regulations, be made of resistant and secure material, ventilated with a waterproof floor, adapted to the animal's size, and in good condition to ensure their safety.

Other Restrictions

The following breeds of dog will need to be muzzled to travel with Iberia: Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Argentine Dogo, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, or Akita Inu. Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) animals can fly, but must still meet the requirements. Breeds considered to be snub-nosed are Boston Terrier, Boxer (all breeds), Bulldog (all breeds), Bull Terrier, Brussels Griffon, Chow Chow, English Toy Spaniel, Japanese Spaniel/Japanese Chin, Mastiff (all breeds), Pekingese, Pit Bull (all breeds), Pug (all breeds), Shih Tzu, Staffordshire Terrier, Shar-pei, and Affepinscher. Brachycephalic cat breeds that are not accepted are Burmese, Exotic Shorthair, Himalayan, and Persian.

Reviews

BringFido Guest Rating

Iberia has received a rating of 4.0 out of 5 bones by 1 canine critic on BringFido.

  • Maria F.
    Jul 13, 2022
    Good and fair services

    To confirm the pet everything was easy, the only reason I don't put a 5 is that the representatives at the counter were not really nice, not rude but not like someone who works with customers.

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