🔄 Updated : June 30, 2026

SAS Scandinavian Airlines (Scandinavia) is one of the airlines that accept dogs both in the cabin and in the hold, under conditions. Weight limits, fees, affected breeds and booking: here is everything you need to know before you reserve.

In the cabin

SAS Scandinavian accepts a dog in the cabin if its weight, carrier included, does not exceed 8 kg (18 lb). The carrier must be soft-sided and fit under the seat in front of you. Expect about €55–99 (~$65–115).

Airline conditions: 8 kg (18 lb) with the carrier; non-brachycephalic breeds only in the cabin.

In the hold

Above the cabin limit, your dog travels in a pressurized, heated hold, inside an IATA-compliant crate, for a combined dog + crate weight of up to 50 kg (110 lb). Indicative fee: €90–270 (~$105–310).

Airline conditions: prior approval required.

Brachycephalic breeds

Like most airlines, SAS Scandinavian restricts flat-faced breeds (bulldogs, pugs, boxers, etc.), which are generally banned from the hold because of the respiratory risk. If your dog is brachycephalic, favor the cabin when its weight allows, and confirm the rule before booking.

How to book

Pet spots on board are limited: book as early as possible.

  1. Buy your ticket, then contact SAS Scandinavian to add your dog to the booking.
  2. Prepare the health documents (microchip identification, rabies vaccination, passport or health certificate, sometimes a rabies titer test) — see our guide to international travel with a dog.
  3. Choose the right container: an approved soft carrier (cabin) or an IATA crate (hold). Size it with our IATA dog crate calculator.

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➡️ Next step : your journey

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  2. Choose an IATA-compliant travel crate
  3. Prepare your dog for the stress of flying
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🌍 Where can you fly with SAS Scandinavian? Our entry-requirement guides for its destinations: European Union, Ireland, Finland, Malta, Norway, Japan, Greece, Spain, United Kingdom.

Frequently asked questions

Does SAS Scandinavian accept dogs in the cabin?
Yes, up to 8 kg (18 lb), carrier included.
Does SAS Scandinavian transport dogs in the hold?
Yes, up to 50 kg (110 lb) (dog + crate), in an IATA-compliant crate — except brachycephalic breeds in most cases.
How much does it cost to fly a dog on SAS Scandinavian?
As a guide: cabin €55–99 ($65–115), hold €90–270 ($105–310). The final fee depends on the route and is confirmed at booking.

Sources

SAS Scandinavian — traveling with pets, accessed June 2026. Conditions and fees change regularly: confirm with SAS before booking.