GOL Linhas Aéreas in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
GOL Linhas Aéreas allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in, stowed under the seat in front of you. Already own a carrier? Enter its measurements below to check it against this limit. The in-cabin fee is Per leg, per pet: Domestic R$ 200,00 or USD 45,00 (booked more than 48 hours before departure) / R$ 250,00 or USD 50,00 (less than 48 hours). South America R$ 1000,00 or USD 200,00 (more than 48h) / R$ 1050,00 or USD 210,00 (less than 48h). Other international destinations R$ 1100,00 or USD 220,00 (more than 48h) / R$ 1250,00 or USD 250,00 (less than 48h). 1 of the 15 carriers we track clears that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) is the one that clears it, with 0.2" to spare on its tightest dimension. GOL Linhas Aéreas's 8.7" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 58 airlines we track (shared with Etihad): Aegean, Air France, Air Transat and Alaska allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit GOL Linhas Aéreas?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses GOL Linhas Aéreas’s published 16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
GOL Linhas Aéreas pet rules
| Recommended max carrier (soft) | 16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Soft recommended; hard allowed within its limit |
| In-cabin fee | Per leg, per pet: Domestic R$ 200,00 or USD 45,00 (booked more than 48 hours before departure) / R$ 250,00 or USD 50,00 (less than 48 hours). South America R$ 1000,00 or USD 200,00 (more than 48h) / R$ 1050,00 or USD 210,00 (less than 48h). Other international destinations R$ 1100,00 or USD 220,00 (more than 48h) / R$ 1250,00 or USD 250,00 (less than 48h). · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats |
| Weight | 12 kg (26 lbs) including the kennel |
| Pets | Each passenger may bring up to one (1) pet, and only if not travelling with a child or infant; only adult passengers aged 16+ may carry a pet; wheelchair users may not carry pets in the cabin; two pets cannot be accommodated in the same row |
| Booking | Book during ticket purchase or afterwards in the 'Minhas Reservas' / My Trips area of voegol.com.br; documentation is submitted in advance via the digital form under My Trips > Contracted Services, and check-in must be done at the GOL check-in counter |
Source: official GOL Linhas Aéreas pet policy · verified 2026-07-23
Carriers that fit GOL Linhas Aéreas
Matched to GOL Linhas Aéreas's published 16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full GOL Linhas Aéreas carrier shortlist →
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| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 0.2" spare | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 10.5 × 9.8 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 8.7") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.5 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18 × 12 × 12 in | Too big | See on Amazon → |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
GOL Linhas Aéreas'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 GOL Linhas Aéreas 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 GOL Linhas Aéreas allow in the cabin?
GOL Linhas Aéreas's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the GOL Linhas Aéreas pet policy.
How much does GOL Linhas Aéreas charge for an in-cabin pet?
Per leg, per pet: Domestic R$ 200,00 or USD 45,00 (booked more than 48 hours before departure) / R$ 250,00 or USD 50,00 (less than 48 hours). South America R$ 1000,00 or USD 200,00 (more than 48h) / R$ 1050,00 or USD 210,00 (less than 48h). Other international destinations R$ 1100,00 or USD 220,00 (more than 48h) / R$ 1250,00 or USD 250,00 (less than 48h).. Always confirm the current fee on the official GOL Linhas Aéreas pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit GOL Linhas Aéreas?
1 of the 15 carriers we track clears GOL Linhas Aéreas's published 16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 0.2" to spare on its tightest dimension. Full shortlist: /fits/gol/.
Does GOL Linhas Aéreas require a soft-sided pet carrier?
GOL Linhas Aéreas recommends soft-sided but allows a hard-sided kennel within its published limit. Height is what rules carriers out: GOL Linhas Aéreas publishes 8.7", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on GOL Linhas Aéreas?
Each passenger may bring up to one (1) pet, and only if not travelling with a child or infant; only adult passengers aged 16+ may carry a pet; wheelchair users may not carry pets in the cabin; two pets cannot be accommodated in the same row. Species accepted: dogs, cats. Weight limit: 12 kg (26 lbs) including the kennel. Book during ticket purchase or afterwards in the 'Minhas Reservas' / My Trips area of voegol.com.br; documentation is submitted in advance via the digital form under My Trips > Contracted Services, and check-in must be done at the GOL check-in counter