SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) Pet Transport Policy

Cabin allowed Cargo available

SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) operates from three hubs across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway, connecting Scandinavia to Europe, North America, and Asia. As the primary carrier for Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, SAS is the natural choice for pets moving between Scandinavia and the rest of the world.

SAS joined SkyTeam in 2024 after emerging from bankruptcy restructuring. Small pets can travel in the SAS cabin within weight limits. Larger pets travel as cargo.

This page covers SAS’s current pet policy. Always verify with SAS before booking.

Policy Overview

Accepted Animals

Small dogs and cats in cabin (weight limits apply). Dogs and cats in cargo hold.

Crate Requirements

In-cabin: carrier max 55cm x 40cm x 23cm, pet + carrier under 8kg. Cargo: IATA-compliant rigid container.

Size and Weight Limits

In-cabin: combined weight under 8kg. Cargo: confirm by route.

Temperature Restrictions

Temperature embargoes may apply, particularly in summer and winter extremes on Scandinavian routes.

Brachycephalic Breeds

Brachycephalic breeds not accepted in the SAS cabin. Cargo acceptance is subject to route and conditions.

Cost Estimate

In-cabin: approximately EUR 50-80 equivalent. Cargo: contact SAS Cargo.

How to Book

In-cabin: add when booking ticket via SAS website. Cargo: contact SAS Cargo or use an IPATA agent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Small dogs (carrier + dog under 8kg, carrier fitting within SAS dimensions) can travel in the SAS cabin. One pet per passenger. A health certificate is required. Book in advance as cabin pet spots are limited.

SAS operates routes between Copenhagen/Stockholm/Oslo and multiple US cities. Larger pets travel as cargo. Under CDC rules, dogs from Scandinavian countries need a microchip implanted before or on the same date as their rabies vaccination, plus a USDA health certificate.

Denmark and Sweden are EU members, so EU pet passports apply. Norway is an EEA member but not technically in the EU - it follows similar rules but confirm documentation requirements with SAS for Norway-specific routes.

SAS does not accept brachycephalic breeds in the passenger cabin. Cargo acceptance varies by route and conditions - confirm with SAS Cargo before booking a flat-faced breed.

Contact SAS Cargo directly. For complex international routes, work with an IPATA-accredited pet transport agent familiar with Scandinavian regulations.

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