What you need to know

Please plan ahead: pet bookings must be completed at least 24 hours before departure.

• Accepted Animals

  Cabin or Hold

  • Dogs
  • Cats

  Cargo Only

  • All other animals

  UK restriction: Dogs & cats to the UK must travel via Cargo.

• Important Route Restrictions

  Larnaca to Dubai

  • No pets in cabin or hold are accepted on flights operating from Larnaca to Dubai.
  • Animals can only be transported via Cargo on this route.
• Before Your Flight

  Step 1: Check Pet Requirements

  • Must be in good health and condition and fit to travel.
  • Pregnant animals: must be declared (vet certificate required).
  • Animals that gave birth in the last 48 hours are not accepted.

  Age requirements:

  • Puppies/kittens under 12 weeks: require vet certificate confirming rabies vaccination.
  • Animals under 105 days: not accepted.

  Step 2: Prepare Your Documents

  • Pet passport
  • Vaccination records
  • Microchip documentation
  • Health certificate from your veterinarian (varies by destination)

  Check the destination country requirements (import permits or additional documentation may apply).

  Resources:

  • EU pet travel regulations
  • UK pet travel guidelines

  Step 3: Book Your Pet’s Ticket

  When:

  At least 24 hours before departure (required).

  How:

  • Online: www.cyprusairways.com
  • Phone: +357 24 00 00 53

  What to provide:

  • Pet type (dog/cat/other)
  • Pet weight
  • Destination
  • Cabin or hold transport
• Pet Pricing

  Pets in Aircraft Cabin (up to 10kg incl. carrier)

  Destination	Price
  Athens, Heraklion	€50
  Beirut, Tel Aviv, Corfu, Skiathos, Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes	€70
  Paris, Milan, Venice, Barcelona	€100
  Transfer flights	€150

  Pets in Aircraft Hold

  Destination	Price
  Athens, Heraklion	€100
  Beirut, Tel Aviv, Corfu, Skiathos, Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes	€150
  Paris, Milan, Venice, Barcelona	€200
  Dubai	€300

  Note: Pet charges are in addition to your baggage allowance.

• Pets Travelling in Cabin (PETC)
  

  Accepted & Limits

  • Cats and dogs only.
  • Maximum pet weight: 8 kg.
  • Maximum total weight (pet + carrier): 10 kg.
  • Maximum carrier dimensions: 45 × 35 × 20 cm.

  
  
  
  

  Carrier Rules

  • Must be suitable for air travel and in good condition.
  • Pet must be able to stand, turn around and lie down comfortably.
  • Adequate ventilation + secure closure.
  • Bottom lined with absorbent, leak-proof material.

  During the Flight

  • Carrier must be placed under the seat in front of you.
  • Not allowed in emergency exit rows, aisles, or overhead lockers.
  • Your pet must remain inside the closed carrier at all times.
• Pets Travelling in the Hold (AVIH)
  

  Container Requirements

  • Dogs & cats only.
  • IATA-compliant container required.
  • Firm plastic or metal, strong and secure.
  • Adequate ventilation + reliable lock.
  • Absorbent, watertight lining on the floor.

  
  
  
  

  Animals per Container

  • Up to 2 adult animals may share one container if each is ≤ 14 kg and compatible.
  • Animals > 14 kg must be in separate containers.
  • Up to 3 young animals of same species (up to 6 months) may share one container.

• At the Airport & During Your Flight

  At Check-in

  • Present all pet documentation.
  • Show your pet to staff for health inspection.
  • Confirm carrier/container specs and pet weight.

  Pregnant animals require a vet certificate confirming fitness to travel and no risk of birth during the journey.

  Food & Water Tips

  • Pets generally do not need food for 12 hours after departure.
  • Water may be provided in a non-spill container.
  • For hold: attach a secure water bowl and use absorbent pads.

  Your Responsibility

  • Keep your pet calm, safe, and secure.
  • Ensure your pet does not disturb other passengers.
  • You are responsible for any damage caused by your pet.
• Guide Dogs

  Requirements

  • Certificate confirming special training.
  • Organisation is member of IGDF or ADI.

  In the Aircraft

  • Must wear a muzzle and leash.
  • Tie the dog to the chair at your feet.
  • Extra seat reserved next to you (subject to availability).
  • No additional charge for the extra seat.

  Before booking

  Passengers with guide dogs cannot book tickets online. Please contact us to arrange your booking.

  Call +357 24 00 00 53
• Other Animals (Cargo Only)

  Cargo Transport

  Animals other than dogs and cats (e.g., birds, rabbits, ferrets, etc.) can be accepted only via Cargo and transported as freight.

  To arrange Cargo transport, contact our cargo agent: +357 24 008 801.

• Special Circumstances

  Emotional Support Animals

  Emotional support animals are not accepted on Cyprus Airways flights.

  Travelling Without You

  Pets travelling in cabin or hold must be on the same flight as you.

  Strong / Large Breed Dogs

  • Strong dogs are accepted only in reinforced kennels (IATA Container Requirement 82).
  • Exception: dogs aged 3–6 months or weighing up to 10kg are exempt.
  • For breed list and details, contact us: +357 24 00 00 53.
• Important Before Travel

  Health & Legal Requirements

  • Only animals appearing in good health and fit to travel will be accepted.
  • Government regulations of the destination country may apply.
  • You are fully responsible for ensuring all documents are in order.

  Best Practice

  • Consult your veterinarian before travelling.
  • Check destination requirements at least one week before travel.
  • Arrive at the airport well in advance.
  • For partner airline flights, contact the operating airline directly.