Air Dolomiti: Pet Policy

What methods of transport does Air Dolomiti provide for my pet?

  • Travel in the passenger cabin
  • Checked as baggage in pressurized and temperature controlled area of your aircraft
  • Shipped as cargo in pressurized and temperature controlled area

Does my pet qualify for travel in the Air Dolomiti passenger cabin?

Pets that meet the following qualifications may travel in the passenger cabin:

  • Your pet can comfortably remain in its kennel and under the seat for the entire flight
  • Only domesticated dogs and cats are allowed
  • Dogs and cats are at least 8 weeks old and have been weaned for at least 5 days before departure
  • The kennel is specifically made for animal carriage
  • Your pet has all necessary health documents required by your destination (see below for more information)
  • NOTE: please check the Air Dolomiti website for additional information

Does my pet qualify for travel on Air Dolomiti as checked baggage?

Pets that meet the following qualifications may travel as checked baggage:

  • Your pet can comfortably remain in its kennel for the entire flight
  • The kennel meets all requirements (see below for more information)
  • Your pet may travel to Munich on Air Dolomiti, however, it may not transfer to a Lufthansa Group flight at the Munich hub
  • Your pet has all necessary health documents required by your destination (see below for more information)

Does my pet qualify to be shipped as cargo on Air Dolomiti?

If your pet does not meet the requirements for travel in the cabin or as checked baggage, or you would like your pet to travel unaccompanied, contact Air Dolomiti for more information.

What are the fees associated with pet transport on Air Dolomiti?

  • Fee for animal in the passenger cabin (within Germany or Italy): €35.00 one way
  • Fee for animal in the passenger cabin (other flights within Europe): €50.00 one way
  • Fee for animal checked as hold luggage – carrier size 60x45x40cm (within Germany or Italy): €70.00 one way
  • Fee for animal checked as hold luggage – carrier size 60x45x40cm (other flights within Europe): €100.00 one way
  • Fee for animal checked as hold luggage – carrier size 80x55x55cm up to 100x64x70cm (within Germany or Italy): €150.00 one way
  • Fee for animal checked as hold luggage – carrier size 80x55x55cm up to 100x64x70cm (other flights within Europe): €200.00 one way

What are the kennel requirements for transporting a pet on Air Dolomiti?

In addition to the size - 55x40x23cm - and weight - 8kg - maximums kennels must meet the following requirements

  • Be leak-proof and escape-proof
  • Be properly ventilated, but not allow any part of the animal from protruding outside of the container
  • Provide enough room for the animal to stand and turn around
  • Be made of metal, wood, or a hard plastic/composite
  • Contain absorbent material or litter
  • Have functional handles on the kennel's exterior to prevent tilting and any direct contact with the animals
  • Be closed securely, but not locked
  • Have labels with the words "Live Animal - Lebendes Tier - Animali vivi" in letters at least 1-inch tall on the crate's top and on at least one side
  • Have upright arrow labels indicating kennel's correct position

What health documentation is required for transporting a pet on Air Dolomiti?

Air Dolomiti requires s health certificate, administered by a veterinarian, that is no more than 30 days old. Some countries require additional health documents. As it is the passenger's responsibility to be aware of all regulations, you should consult your veterinarian and the Department of Agriculture to ensure that your animal will comply with all requirements.

Are there any other restrictions for transporting a pet on Air Dolomiti?

Air Dolomiti can refuse to transport an animal due to illness, aggressive behavior, poor kenneling, or extreme temperatures at origin, transfer, or destination airports.

Please contact a representative at Air Dolomiti regarding short nosed dogs and cats. Most are prohibited for their own safety from traveling via air transport.

Service animals traveling on Air Dolomiti.

Please contact a representative at Air Dolomiti directly for detailed information about traveling with a service animal.