Lufthansa pet policy to travel in-cabin, you will need an approved . The carrier must have a waterproof bottom, have room for your pet to stand up and turn around, must fasten securly and have adequate ventilation.
Until further notice, due to new regulations imposed by the Center of Disease Control, Lufthansa is restricting in-cabin service for for new bookings for dogs traveling to the United States on or after August 1, 2024. Dogs must arrive at Washington DC, New York-JFK, Atlanta, Miami, Los Angeles and Philadelphia airports. Existing bookings will be honored.
Pets Allowed:
Small dogs and cats. Falcons will be allowed in the cabin on Middle Eastern flights.
Age Requirements:
The minimum age for dogs and cats is 12 weeks except for those traveling to/from the USA. In this case, the minimum age is 16 weeks.
Carrier Requirements:
Maximum measurements: 21.6" L x 15.7" W x 9" H (55 cm x 40 cm x 23 cm). You must notify the airlines that you are traveling with a pet. The combined weight of your pet and its carrier cannot exceed 17 pounds (8 kg). Reservations for your pet cannot be made online.
A total of 2 dogs or cats per passenger are permitted whether traveling in-cabin or as checked baggage. If both are traveling in the cabin, they must fit in one carrier with room to stand up and turn around.
