Austrian Airlines in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Austrian Airlines allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in, soft-sided, stowed under the seat in front of you. Already own a carrier? Enter its measurements below to check it against this limit. In-cabin fee: Charged per flight for carriage in the passenger cabin up to max. 8 kg and max. 118 cm. 1 of the 15 carriers we track clears that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) is the one that clears it, with 0.6" to spare on its tightest dimension. Austrian's 9.1" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 58 airlines we track (shared with Brussels, ITA, Lufthansa, SAS Scandinavian, Swiss International, Turkish): Aegean, Air France, Air Transat and Alaska allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Austrian Airlines?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Austrian Airlines’s published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Austrian Airlines pet rules
| Recommended max carrier (soft) | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Yes |
| In-cabin fee | Charged per flight for carriage in the passenger cabin up to max. 8 kg and max. 118 cm; Austrian publishes no single figure — the price is route-dependent and quoted when the pet is added to the booking · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | small dogs, cats |
| Weight | 8 kg (17.6 lb) including the soft travel carrier |
| Pets | Not published |
| Booking | Add the pet during flight booking, or register it afterwards via My bookings, by telephone, via the contact form, or through your travel agency |
Source: official Austrian Airlines pet policy · verified 2026-07-23
Carriers that fit Austrian Airlines
Matched to Austrian Airlines's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Austrian Airlines carrier shortlist →
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| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 0.6" spare | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 10.5 × 9.8 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.5 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too tall (10.75" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 12 × 12 in | Too tall (12" > 9.1") | See on Amazon → | |
| 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
Austrian Airlines's number is a fleet-wide recommendation, not a promise for your exact seat. Before you buy or fly:
- Check which aircraft operates your flight (in your booking or on a seat-map site).
- Avoid bulkhead and some window seats — they have less (or no) under-seat storage.
- Call Austrian Airlines to confirm under-seat dimensions for that aircraft, or
- Choose a collapsible / flexible-height carrier that adapts to a tighter space.
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Common questions
What size pet carrier does Austrian Airlines allow in the cabin?
Austrian Airlines's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Austrian Airlines pet policy.
How much does Austrian Airlines charge for an in-cabin pet?
Charged per flight for carriage in the passenger cabin up to max. 8 kg and max. 118 cm; Austrian publishes no single figure — the price is route-dependent and quoted when the pet is added to the booking. Always confirm the current fee on the official Austrian Airlines pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Austrian Airlines?
1 of the 15 carriers we track clears Austrian Airlines's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 0.6" to spare on its tightest dimension. Full shortlist: /fits/austrian-airlines/.
Does Austrian Airlines require a soft-sided pet carrier?
Yes — Austrian Airlines requires a soft-sided carrier in the cabin. Height is what rules carriers out: Austrian Airlines publishes 9.1", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Austrian Airlines?
Not published. Species accepted: small dogs, cats. Weight limit: 8 kg (17.6 lb) including the soft travel carrier. Add the pet during flight booking, or register it afterwards via My bookings, by telephone, via the contact form, or through your travel agency