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KLM Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals
KLM Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals — Summary
Whether KLM 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: Cats and dogs up to 8 kg including carrier in the cabin on most routes..
- Pets in the hold or cargo: Larger animals travel in the hold.
- Pet fees: Varies by route and cabin versus hold..
- Service animals: Assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation..
Pets in the cabin
Cats and dogs up to 8 kg including carrier in the cabin on most routes.
Pets in the hold or cargo
Larger animals travel in the hold. KLM has long experience with animal transport.
Pet fees
Varies by route and cabin versus hold.
Service animals
Assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation.
Restrictions and destination rules
EU import rules apply. Snub-nosed breed restrictions in the hold.
KLM flying with pets — common questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on KLM?
Cats and dogs up to 8 kg including carrier in the cabin on most routes. Varies by route and cabin versus hold.
Does KLM accept service animals?
Assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation.
What are the KLM pet restrictions?
EU import rules apply. Snub-nosed breed restrictions in the hold.
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