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Q: "Does Avianca allow pets in the cabin?"

"Yes. Avianca accepts small dogs and cats in the cabin on most routes. The combined weight of pet and carrier must not exceed 10kg. The carrier must fit under the seat. Only one pet per passenger is permitted, and availability per flight is limited."

Q: "Does Avianca accept larger dogs as cargo?"

"Yes. Dogs and cats over the cabin weight limit travel as checked excess baggage or manifest cargo in an IATA-compliant hard crate. Specific requirements vary by route and aircraft. Confirm with Avianca at time of booking."

Q: "Does Avianca restrict brachycephalic breeds?"

"Avianca restricts or bans certain brachycephalic breeds in the cargo hold. Confirm the current restricted breed list with Avianca before booking if you have a flat-faced breed such as a Bulldog, Pug, or Persian cat."

Q: "How do I add a pet to an Avianca booking?"

"Pets must be added through Avianca customer service or at the airport. Availability is limited per flight, so contact Avianca as early as possible after making your booking. A pet fee applies."

Question 1

Does Avianca allow pets in the cabin?

Answer

Yes. Avianca accepts small dogs and cats in the cabin on most routes. The combined weight of pet and carrier must not exceed 10kg. The carrier must fit under the seat. Only one pet per passenger is permitted, and availability per flight is limited.

Question 2

Does Avianca accept larger dogs as cargo?

Answer

Yes. Dogs and cats over the cabin weight limit travel as checked excess baggage or manifest cargo in an IATA-compliant hard crate. Specific requirements vary by route and aircraft. Confirm with Avianca at time of booking.

Question 3

Does Avianca restrict brachycephalic breeds?

Answer

Avianca restricts or bans certain brachycephalic breeds in the cargo hold. Confirm the current restricted breed list with Avianca before booking if you have a flat-faced breed such as a Bulldog, Pug, or Persian cat.

Question 4

How do I add a pet to an Avianca booking?

Answer

Pets must be added through Avianca customer service or at the airport. Availability is limited per flight, so contact Avianca as early as possible after making your booking. A pet fee applies.

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