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Aer Lingus Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals
Aer Lingus Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals — Summary
Whether Aer Lingus allows pets in the cabin, cargo options, fees, service animal rules and the destination import requirements that catch owners out.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Pets in the cabin: Aer Lingus does not accept pets in the cabin other than recognised assistance dogs..
- Pets in the hold or cargo: Pets travel in the hold on selected routes or as cargo..
- Pet fees: Charged by route..
- Service animals: Recognised assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with Irish and EU documentation..
Pets in the cabin
Aer Lingus does not accept pets in the cabin other than recognised assistance dogs.
Pets in the hold or cargo
Pets travel in the hold on selected routes or as cargo.
Pet fees
Charged by route.
Service animals
Recognised assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with Irish and EU documentation.
Restrictions and destination rules
Ireland has strict pet import rules including microchipping, rabies vaccination and tapeworm treatment.
Aer Lingus flying with pets — common questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Aer Lingus?
Aer Lingus does not accept pets in the cabin other than recognised assistance dogs. Charged by route.
Does Aer Lingus accept service animals?
Recognised assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with Irish and EU documentation.
What are the Aer Lingus pet restrictions?
Ireland has strict pet import rules including microchipping, rabies vaccination and tapeworm treatment.
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