British Airways pet policy
✓ Last verified against the official British Airways pet policy page.
| Pets in cabin | No |
|---|---|
| Species accepted | None (no pets in the cabin on any route) |
| Max carrier size | Not applicable: BA carries no pets in the cabin |
| Max weight (pet + carrier) | Check with airline |
| Fees | Check with airline |
| Checked bag / cargo option | Pets travel in the hold, arranged by partners: PetAir UK (from the UK) or IAG Cargo (to the UK). |
| Breed restrictions | Check with airline |
| Route restrictions | Check with airline |
| Service animals | Assistance dogs fly free in the cabin on most BA flights; emotional support dogs are not accepted in the cabin and must travel as pets. |
Good to know
Entering the UK requires the DEFRA Pet Travel Scheme.
Recent changes
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Before you book, re-check the official page and call the airline to reserve pet space; space is usually limited per flight.