When transporting a pet by a commercial airline, it is extremely important to understand their pet policy. These policies vary between airlines. Some allow small pets to fly in the cabin and others don’t. It is important to know the answers to all your questions before making your decision to fly your pet on any commercial airline. Does Aeroflot allow pets? How much does it cost to fly a dog or cat on Aeroflot? What documents will I need? What are the carrier or crate requirements for Aeroflot? All your answers related to Aeroflot pet policy are answered below.
Note: It is important to mention that the pet policy of the airline that operates your pet’s route will preside over the policy of the airline that owns the route. This is important to note because if the operating airline changes during your trip, then you will likely need to claim and recheck your pet on the next airline. This will cause you to clear customs and enter the layover country. You will need time and extra documentation to accommodate this process during the layover unless flying domestically.
Classes of service offered to pets by commercial airlines
- In-Cabin: Pets traveling in the cabin must fly with an adult passenger and travel in an airline compliant
carrier stowed under the seat. - Checked Baggage: Pets traveling with a passenger that are not permitted in the cabin due to size or breed can be transported as checked baggage in the cargo hold.
- Air Cargo: Unaccompanied, very large pets or pets flying to countries that require that pets enter under air cargo will travel as manifest cargo in the hold.
Can my pet fly with me in the cabin? Yes (Certain Flights)
Can my pet fly with me as checked baggage? Yes
Can my pet fly as manifest cargo? Yes
Where is Aeroflot based?
Aeroflot is based out of Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow, Russia. Most layovers within Aeroflot’s network will occur in this airport.
What countries does Aeroflot fly to?
Aeroflot offers service to pets to the following countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Egypt, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Maldives, Russia, Turkey, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Uzbekistan.
Aeroflot will only transport domesticated animals. Pet owners of animals other than dogs, cats and birds should contact
the airline to determine if and how the airline will transport their pets.
Aeroflot Pet Policy – In Cabin
If your dog or cat meets the requirements listed in Delta Airline’s pet policy to travel in-cabin, it will need an airline-compliant pet carrier unless you are flying with a service dog who is trained to assist you in a task required to address a physical or medical disability.
Pets allowed on Aeroflot in the cabin
Small dogs, cats or small birds. Brachycephalic breeds are not permitted to fly in the cabin (see BANNED BREEDS below).
Pets must be clean, healthy, harmless and mannerly.
Reservations
You must notify Aeroflot that you are traveling with a pet more than 6 hours prior to flight time. Reservations cannot be made online.
Age/Weight requirements
The weight of your pet should not exceed 8 kg/18lbs (including pet and carrier).
Pet carrier requirements
Your pet’s carrier must:
- Have adequate ventilation on at least 3 sides (domestic US) or 4 sides (international)
- Be large enough for your pet to stand up and turn around comfortably
- Birds must be able to spread their wings and each bird must fit in a separate compartment.
- Be able to accommodate your entire pet. No part of your pet can extend out of the carrier
- Be able to fit under the seat in front of you
- Have a waterproof bottom and absorbent pet pad
- Have secure fasteners (heavy duty zippers are recommended)
The size of the carrier must not exceed 115 cm when length, width and height are added together. Length must not exceed 55 cm, width must not exceed 40 cm, height must not exceed 20 cm. Limit of one carrier per adult passenger. Two or more small puppies or kittens can be carried in one carrier if they are under 6 months of age and their total weight does not exceed 8kg.
One carrier is permitted per passenger. Exit row or bulkhead seats cannot be reserved when flying with a pet. Passengers with pets will be placed in window or middle seats.
Adjacent seats
Adjacent seats can be purchased for carriers; however, pet owners must provide protection for the seat in the form of pet pads or diapers. Weight of pet and carrier must not exceed 33 lbs. (15 kg) in this case. Maximum dimensions for hard carriers are 50 x 35 x 30 cm in Comfort and Economy class salons and 50 x 40 x 30 cm in the Business class salon. Maximum dimensions for soft-sided carriers are 50 x 35 x 32 cm in Comfort and Economy class salons and 50 x 40 x 40 cm in the Business class salon.
Pets must remain in carriers for the duration of the flight.
Related: Selecting a pet carrier that is airline compliant
Forms required
Proof of all required vaccinations and documentation for the destination country must be presented at check in. An export health certificate will be issued at the airport for international flights.
Check in
Pet owners should leave plenty of time to check in at the airport’s ticket counter. It is required to visit a veterinary border inspection station when traveling internationally. Veterinary control at the airport is carried out by representatives of the Rosselkhoznadzor. Veterinary control points can be found on the 3rd floor, right wing, next to the Aeroflot ticket office or 1st floor, baggage claim hall for arrivals and transits. If departing Russia, pet owners will need to register for an Export Health Certificate.
Related: How to clear airport security with a pet
Cost
Domestic: 3200P – 4300P | $37 USD – $49 USD
International: €75 – €120 | $82 USD – $132 USD
Service dog pet policy
All service dogs may fly in the cabin at no charge. They must be trained by a person or organization that specializes in service dog training to provide specific tasks for a person with a disability. They may accompany minors aged above 12 years. Notice must be provided more than 72 hours before departure.
Service dogs must be suitably marked, harnessed, muzzled and leashed. They must be tied to owner’s foot while in flight. They must fit in the space provided at their passenger’s feet without intruding on cabin operations or other passengers. They must be clean, mannerly and not show any signs of aggression toward other passengers or the flight crew.
Aeroflot Pet Policy – Checked Baggage
If the size of your pet is too large to fit in an airline-compliant pet carrier, or it is a pet other than a cat or dog, it will be transported as checked baggage on Aeroflot if it is flying with an adult passenger. This section of the cargo department has the same temperature and pressure as the passenger cabin.
Live animals are checked in by reservation employees and are checked in at the airport terminal. The airline will move your pet between aircraft in their fleet during layovers if the layover is not over about 3 hours in length.
Pets allowed on Aeroflot
Larger dogs and cats as well as other warm blooded domesticated animals. Aeroflot will not permit the transport of
rodents, reptiles, anthripods, fish, sick animals and non-domesticated animals.
Pet crate requirements
The weight of your pet including its carrier must not exceed 110 lbs. (50 kg). One animal or 6 birds is permitted per carrier.
All crates must conform to regulations imposed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). For more information, see PET CRATE REQUIREMENTS.
Route or aircraft restrictions
Proof of all required vaccinations and documentation for the destination country must be presented at check in. An export health certificate will be issued at the airport for international flights.
Check in
Pet owners should leave plenty of time to check in at the airport’s ticket counter. It is required to visit a veterinary border inspection station when traveling internationally. Veterinary control at the airport is carried out by representatives of the Rosselkhoznadzor. Veterinary control points can be found on the 3rd floor, right wing, next to the Aeroflot ticket office or 1st floor, baggage claim hall for arrivals and transits. If departing Russia, pet owners will need to register for an Export Health Certificate.
Cost
Weight of pet and crate less than 32 kg – Container size in the sum of three dimensions up to 203 cm
- Domestic: 3750P – 5000P | $43 USD – $57 USD
- International: €100 – €200 | $110 USD – $219 USD
Weight of pet and crate between 32 kg and 50 kg – Container size in the sum of three dimensions up to 203 cm
- Domestic: 7500P – 8500P | $85 USD – $108 USD
- International: €200 – €300 | $219 USD – $316 USD
Dimensional measurement of crate is over 203 cm
- Domestic: 5000P – 6000P | $57 USD – $68 USD
- International: €100 – €200 | $110 USD – $219 USD
Aeroflot Pet Policy – Air Cargo
All live animals flying as air cargo travel under an airline manifest or air waybill and are tracked throughout the entire flight. The airlines are responsible for caring for your pet during layovers as well. Unlike checked baggage, pets are generally checked in and claimed at the airline’s cargo facility. This facility is located on airport grounds; however, not the terminal. Many airlines require that an agent books the transport. If you need a licensed agent to arrange your pet’s transport, send us an email at info@pettraveltransport.com.
Pets allowed on Aeroflot
Aeroflot Airlines will ship warm blooded animals such as dogs, cats, birds, other domestic animals such as ferrets, frets, fennecs, lories, raccoons, meerkats, foxes, ornamental hedgehogs, mini rabbits, toy rabbits, and small primates. Aeroflot will not permit the transport of rodents, reptiles, arthropods, fish, sick animals and non-domesticated animals.
Reservations
Contact an Aeroflot Freight Sales Office to make reservations for your pet to fly as air cargo. Applications must be filed to the sales office prior to booking. Bookings should be made with an agent.
Age requirements
Your pet must be vaccinated for rabies no sooner than 3 months of age and wait for 30 days before flight. The age may be extended to conform to the destination country’s requirements.
Pet crate requirements
All crates must conform to regulations imposed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). For more information, see PET CRATE REQUIREMENTS.
Forms Required
International travel: A health certificate issued within 14 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country. A Veterinary Certificate Form No. 1 must be issued no earlier than 5 days prior to travel by the Animal Disease Control Station.
Related: Regulations and forms required to import a pet to over 220 countries
Check in
Your pet will be checked in at the freight sales office.
Cost
Contact the freight sales office.
Pet Crate Requirements
All pet crates must conform to regulations set by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The container must be large enough for your pet(s) to stand, turn around, and lie down. The crate must be made of fiberglass, metal, rigid plastics, weld metal mesh, solid wood or plywood.
The crate door must have a secure, spring-loaded, all-around locking system with the pins extending beyond the horizontal extrusions above and below the door. The floor must be waterproof. The crate must not have wheels attached when checking your pet. Metal hardware should be used to fasten the top and bottom halves of your pet crate together. Delta requires either metal or plastic threaded nuts and bolts to secure both halves of the crate.
Related: Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant?
All pets should be acclimated to their crates prior to travel. This may take weeks or even months to accomplish; however it is the best thing you can do for pet before flying.
Related: Acclimating your pet to its crate or carrier
Temperature Restrictions – Checked Baggage and Air Cargo
When temperatures rise above or drop under certain levels, commercial airlines will prohibit the transport of live animals in the cargo hold. These restrictions are implemented for the safety of your pet. It is important to note that the risk from high or low temperatures is not when your pet is airborne. The risks come during preflight holding, loading on the tarmac and taxiing to the take-off runway.
Pets will not be accepted as checked baggage or air cargo when actual or forecasted temperatures are above 85°F (29.4°C) or below 45°F (7.2°C) at any airport on the itinerary. Pets may be accepted at temperatures below 45°F with an acclimation certificate, however, no pet will be transported at temperatures lower than 20°F (-6.6°C).
Note that the temperature restrictions for summer travel are lower for brachycephalic (snub-nosed) pets. Cold-blooded animals are exempt from these restrictions.
Related: Why temperatures matte for pets flying in the cargo hold
Breeds Banned by Aeroflot
Brachycephalic dog breeds (with a flat and wide skull shape and a flattened snout), such as Bulldogs
(American, French, American), Pugs, Pekinese, Shih Tzus, Boxers, Griffins (Belgian, Brussels), Boston Terriers, Bordeaux Mastiffs, and Japanese Chin dogs will not be permitted for transport on Aeroflot either in the cabin or in the cargo hold.
Private Jet Charter
Another option for pet owners who do not want their pet to fly in the cargo hold is a pet-friendly private jet charter. Your pet can fly in your lap, at your feet or beside you comfortably without being confined. We can arrange flights from anywhere in the world to anywhere you need to go on your time schedule, without the crowds or commotion of a commercial airport.
Other Information
Sedatives may only be administered under a veterinarian’s guidance. Remove everything from the carrier or crate that could harm or entangle your pet.
The information published here is a guideline for Aeroflot’s airline pet policy. For more airline pet policies, click the banner below.
Further Reading
How to keep your pet safe when flying in the cargo hold
Tips for airline pet travel
Requirements for a pet transiting a country by air
When do you need a pet transporter?
Routing your pet’s flight
Flying with a snub-nosed breed
More information on airline pet travel
To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on PetTravel.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given airline may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to deny your pet boarding privileges at the time of check in. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following Aeroflot pet policy.
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