Lufthansa

Pet Policy Summary:

Lufthansa Airline Pet Policy Summary:

• Dogs and cats permitted as additional carry-on baggage in the cabin for pets under 8 kg (including the carrier).
• Larger animals or non-permitted species in the cabin can be transported via Lufthansa Cargo.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the cabin free of charge, given that they meet certain conditions.
• Pets over 8 kg (including the carrier) may travel in the air-conditioned cargo hold with prior registration.
• Snub-nosed breeds and fighting dog breeds have specialized requirements for cargo hold transport.
• Animals not traveling with passengers or subject to specific air freight requirements can be transported via Lufthansa Cargo.

New USA Entry Requirements:

• Effective August 1, 2024, stricter CDC regulations apply for dogs entering the USA.
• Permitted transport to certain destinations if the dog has not been in a high-risk rabies area in the past six months.
• Owners must complete the CDC Dog Import Form and present the confirmation upon departure and entry.

Registration & Restrictions:

• Registration for cabin transport of pets must be done at least 72 hours before departure.
• USA flights require additional forms for pet transportation.
• Routes to the UK or Ireland may have stricter regulations or prohibit pet transport.
• Snub-nosed animals face additional restrictions due to health risks.

For further details, contact Lufthansa or an animal freight forwarder.