Iberia in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Iberia allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 17.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in, 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: Per segment, online/airport: Spain excl. Canaries EUR40/USD50/GBP35 online, EUR44/USD55/GBP40 airport. 2 of the 15 carriers we track clear that published limit.
The Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) leaves the most room — 1.3" on its tightest dimension, while the Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) only just squeaks in with nothing to spare. Iberia's 9.8" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 58 airlines we track (shared with Aegean): Air Transat, Allegiant, American and Avelo allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Iberia?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Iberia’s published 17.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Iberia pet rules
| Recommended max carrier (soft) | 17.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in |
| Soft-sided required? | Soft recommended; hard allowed within its limit |
| In-cabin fee | Per segment, online/airport: Spain excl. Canaries EUR40/USD50/GBP35 online, EUR44/USD55/GBP40 airport; Canaries, Europe, North Africa and Israel EUR60/USD75/GBP55 online, EUR66/USD80/GBP60 airport; America, Asia and Qatar EUR180/USD215/GBP160 online, EUR198/USD235/GBP175 airport. Connecting flights: EUR60/EUR80/EUR200 online respectively (EUR66/EUR88/EUR220 airport). Fee is per carrier, not per pet · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats, ornamental fish, tortoises, birds (except poultry and birds of prey) |
| Weight | 8 kg including the pet carrier |
| Pets | Three small, lightweight animals of the same species may share a single carrier; the fee is charged per carrier, not per pet |
| Booking | Add the pet online at iberia.com when buying your ticket (dogs, cats, tortoises and birds) by selecting "Pet in cabin" in the passenger drop-down; to add a pet later, or for ornamental fish, contact Iberia Booking Offices — at least 48 hours before departure |
Source: official Iberia pet policy · verified 2026-07-23
Carriers that fit Iberia
Matched to Iberia's published 17.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Iberia carrier shortlist →
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| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Fits 1.3" spare | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 10.5 × 9.8 in | Fits 0" spare | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — check height | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 9.8") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.8") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 9.8") | See on Amazon → | |
| 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.8") | See on Amazon → | |
| 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 9.8") | See on Amazon → | |
| 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | See on Amazon → | |
| 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 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
Iberia'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 Iberia 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 Iberia allow in the cabin?
Iberia's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 17.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Iberia pet policy.
How much does Iberia charge for an in-cabin pet?
Per segment, online/airport: Spain excl. Canaries EUR40/USD50/GBP35 online, EUR44/USD55/GBP40 airport; Canaries, Europe, North Africa and Israel EUR60/USD75/GBP55 online, EUR66/USD80/GBP60 airport; America, Asia and Qatar EUR180/USD215/GBP160 online, EUR198/USD235/GBP175 airport. Connecting flights: EUR60/EUR80/EUR200 online respectively (EUR66/EUR88/EUR220 airport). Fee is per carrier, not per pet. Always confirm the current fee on the official Iberia pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Iberia?
2 of the 15 carriers we track clear Iberia's published 17.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in. The roomiest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small), with 1.3" to spare on its tightest dimension. Full shortlist: /fits/iberia/.
Is Iberia's 17.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in limit guaranteed on every aircraft?
No. What varies is the carrier type by operating carrier, not the published dimensions: Iberia states "On Iberia flights operated by Air Nostrum, the carrier cannot be rigid" — so a rigid carrier that is acceptable on Iberia mainline will be refused on an Iberia Regional/Air Nostrum-operated flight. Check which carrier operates your flight. Treat the published figure as a fleet-wide maximum, not a promise for your seat, and prefer a collapsible or flexible-height carrier.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Iberia?
Three small, lightweight animals of the same species may share a single carrier; the fee is charged per carrier, not per pet. Species accepted: dogs, cats, ornamental fish, tortoises, birds (except poultry and birds of prey). Weight limit: 8 kg including the pet carrier. Add the pet online at iberia.com when buying your ticket (dogs, cats, tortoises and birds) by selecting "Pet in cabin" in the passenger drop-down; to add a pet later, or for ornamental fish, contact Iberia Booking Offices — at least 48 hours before departure