Pet Policy
Rules and restrictions
Be sure to review this information before your trip and plan accordingly. And remember that all airlines have different restrictions, so read each airline’s rules before you book a new trip.
- Pets allowed in main cabin: dogs and cats with max weight of 8 kg. Generally, in-cabin crates should be soft-sided and fit under the plane seat in front of you.
- Pets allowed in baggage hold: dogs, cats, and roosters. For cargo crates, the ASPCA says that crates should be large enough for your pet to sit, stand, and turn around in.
- Brachycephalic dogs and cats are not allowed to travel. Brachycephalic breeds are those with a shortened head and nose, and flat face such as pugs, shih tzus, and Chihuahaus. They typically have trouble breathing, which flying can exacerbate.
From what to bring for your flight, to how you should prepare your pet for air travel, check out this article for handy tips on flying with your pet.
Fees
Keep these extra costs in mind when traveling with pets.
Pet in cabin (up to 8kg):
- Within Colombia = COP 75.000
- Within Ecuador = USD 45
- Within Peru = USD 45
- Within Honduras and Guatemala = USD 20
- Rest of Central America = USD 130
- From and to the United States and Canada = USD 130
- Other international routes = USD 130
Pet in baggage hold (up to 20 kg and 21 kg-46kg):
- Within Colombia = COP 185.000
- Between Colombia and Europe = USD 250/EUR 235
- Within Peru = USD 75
- Within Ecuador = USD 65
- Within Honduras and Guatemala = USD 30
- Rest of Central America = USD 160
- From and to the United States and Canada = USD/CAD 200
- Other international routes = USD 160
About
Serving more than 108 destinations in 26 countries throughout the Americas and Europe, Avianca is the flag carrying airline of Colombia. Specializing in air cargo and passenger transport, Avianca is headquartered in Bogotá, D.C. with its main hub at El Dorado International Airport.