The short answer
Iberia accepts dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 8 kg including the carrier, in a soft bag of about 45 × 35 × 25 cm. Cats are accepted on the same terms. The cabin option applies on long-haul routes too. The fee starts around €200.
Iberia carries small pets in the cabin under an 8-kilogram combined weight limit and accepts larger animals as checked baggage in the hold on many flights. Pets that exceed those limits can travel as manifest cargo instead. Its Madrid and Barcelona hubs make Iberia a frequent choice for connections between Europe and Latin America.
Carrier and crate
Breed and temperature
Snub-nosed breeds face restrictions — expect extra conditions or seasonal embargoes.
Booking the pet slot
Add the animal via Iberia Serviberia at least 48 hours before departure; cabin places are limited per flight and cannot be arranged at the airport.
Routes flown by Iberia
Frequently asked questions
Does Iberia allow pets in the cabin?
Iberia accepts dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 8 kg including the carrier, in a soft bag of about 45 × 35 × 25 cm. Cats are accepted on the same terms. The cabin option applies on long-haul routes too. The fee starts around €200.
How heavy can a pet be to fly in the Iberia cabin?
Up to 8 kg including the carrier. Above that your pet travels in the hold or as manifest cargo.
What size carrier does Iberia allow in the cabin?
Roughly 45 × 35 × 25 cm, measured at the widest points. Soft carriers are expected so the bag can compress under the seat.
How much does Iberia charge for a pet?
From about €200 each way, varying by route and cabin.
Comparing carriers for a route?
Airline pet rules stack on top of the destination rules. Check both before you book.