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Avianca Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals

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Avianca Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals — Summary

Whether Avianca 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: Small cats and dogs travel in the cabin in an approved carrier on most routes..
  • Pets in the hold or cargo: Larger animals travel in the hold on selected routes..
  • Pet fees: Charged per direction..
  • Service animals: Trained service dogs travel free with the DOT form on US routes..
AirlineAvianca
IATA CodeAV
TopicFlying with Pets
Last reviewed2026-07-31

Pets in the cabin

Small cats and dogs travel in the cabin in an approved carrier on most routes.

Pets in the hold or cargo

Larger animals travel in the hold on selected routes.

Pet fees

Charged per direction.

Service animals

Trained service dogs travel free with the DOT form on US routes.

Restrictions and destination rules

Destination country import rules vary considerably across Latin America — verify for your specific destination.

Avianca flying with pets — common questions

Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Avianca?

Small cats and dogs travel in the cabin in an approved carrier on most routes. Charged per direction.

Does Avianca accept service animals?

Trained service dogs travel free with the DOT form on US routes.

What are the Avianca pet restrictions?

Destination country import rules vary considerably across Latin America — verify for your specific destination.

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