Does KLM ship animals?

Does KLM ship animals?

KLM will transport puppies and kittens over 8 weeks of age (domestic in-cabin flights)10 weeks of age (checked baggage or cargo). For flights between France and French Guiana, your pet must be at least 15 weeks old.

Can my dog fly with me on KLM?

KLM welcomes small cats and dogs into the economy cabin on most of their flights, and in business class on flights within Europe. The fee for transporting Fido depends on your travel destination. Dogs are welcome in the cabin if the combined weight of the pet and carrier is under 18 lbs (8 kg).

How much does it cost to transport a dog by plane?

Airlines typically charge a $100 to $125 one-way fee to bring your dog in the cabin. And, if you want your pet to fly in the cabin, you’ll need to purchase an airline-compliant pet carrier, which can cost from $30 up to $250, according to Consumer Reports.

Can I fly in cargo with my dog?

If your pet does not fit in a carrier under the seat in front of you, your pet can travel in cargo (also known as the “hold” of the plane). Dogs and cats flying in cargo must travel in a well-ventilated, rigid (a.k.a. hard-sided) kennel. Soft-sided carriers are not allowed for safety reasons.

Can you fly with dogs in the cabin?

Though rules vary from airline to airline, your dog can typically only fly in the cabin—a.k.a. as a carry-on—if they are small enough to fit in a carrier under the seat in front of you. Any larger than that, and your pup will have to travel in the cargo hold, with the luggage and freight.

Is it safe to fly dogs in cargo?

The USDA has since removed public animal welfare documents from its website. Undeniably, cargo is the more dangerous option for pet travel. The safest way for any animal to fly is in the cabin as carry-on luggage, provided that’s an option.

Can a small dog travel in business class on KLM?

A small cat or dog may travel in economy class on all KLM flights and in business class within Europe: Dogs and cats must be older than 15 weeks and have proof of required vaccinations to travel.

Can a cat travel on a KLM Flight?

During the winter, your pet cat or dog may not travel in the hold on KLM Cityhopper flights (Embraer 175 and Embraer 190) for longer than two hours. For all KLM connection flights with pets flying in the hold and a layover at Amsterdam Airport of more than 2 hours, your cat or dog will be transported to the Amsterdam Airport Pet Hotel.

Can you take a Boston Terrier on a KLM Flight?

However, they may be transported in the cabin or as cargo. English and French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers and Pugs may only be transported in the cabin. KLM doesn’t stipulate the price of travelling with a pet in the cabin, as it depends on destination and route.

How does Air France KLM transport live animals?

At Air France KLM Cargo, the freight transportation of live animals require the assistance of a freight forwarder with specific competence in this kind of transportation. If you need any species-specific information, please contact our commercial team.