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 airline. Does Air Algérie allow pets? How much does it cost to fly a dog or cat on Air Algérie? What documents will I need? What are the carrier or crate requirements for Air Algérie? All your answers related to Air Algérie 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
Can my pet fly with me as checked baggage? Yes
Can my pet fly as manifest cargo? Yes
Where is Air Algérie based?
Air Algérie is based out of Houari Boumedienne Airport in Algeria. Most layovers within Air Algérie’s network will occur in this airport.
What countries does Air Algérie fly to?
Air Algérie operates scheduled international services to 39 destinations in 28 countries in Europe, North America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, as well as domestic services to 32 airports. Countries include but are not limited to Algeria, Austria, Belgium Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Canada, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Ivory Coast, Jordan, Lebanon, Mauritania, Niger, Portugal, Russia, Senegal, Spain, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Switzerland, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.
Air Algérie Pet Policy – In Cabin
If your dog or cat meets the requirements listed in Air Algérie’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 Air Algérie in the cabin
Small cats, dogs and other domesticated pets. Pets must be clean, healthy, harmless and mannerly. One pet per passenger is allowed.
Reservations
Reservations must be made at the ticket counter or an Air Algerie agency. As there are a limited number of pets per flight, owners are encouraged to make reservations for their pet as soon as they book their ticket.
Age/Weight requirements
Minimum age to meet requirements is 4 months of age. The weight of the pet and its carrier combined must not exceed 13 lbs. (6 kg).
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
- 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)
Maximum carrier measurements are 21.6″ x 15.7″ x 7.9″ (55 x 40 x 20 cm). The carrier must be marked with the owner’s name and contact information as well as the pet’s name, species, etc. Exit row or bulkhead seats cannot be reserved when flying with a pet. Pets must remain in carriers for the duration of the flight.
Related: Selecting a pet carrier that is airline compliant
Forms required
Health and vaccination certificates or EU Pet Passports. Pets must be microchipped. All documentation for destination country must be available at check in.
Route restrictions
Pets are not flown either to or from the United Kingdom.
Check in
It is advised to check your pet in at least 2-3 hours prior to departure.
Related: How to clear airport security with a pet
Cost
Domestic: 1500 DZD
International (France, Europe (except Russia and Turkey): 7000 DZD | €50
International (Dubai, Doha, Cairo, Moscow, Amman, Syria, Beirut, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Africa (direct flights),
Montreal, Beijing, Addis Ababa, Johannesburg, fares to/from Africa via Algiers): 18000 DZD | €120 | $130 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.
Service dogs must be suitably marked, harnessed and leashed. 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.
If flights involve the United States, Department of Transportation forms must be completed and submitted at least 48 hours prior to departure. All required documentation required for the destination country must be provided at check in.
Air Algérie 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 Air Algérie 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 to fly on Air Algérie as checked baggage
Domesticated cats, dogs and other pets where the weight of the pet in the carrier exceeds 13 lbs. (6kg).
Reservations
Contact the Air Algérie agency or ticket counter at the airport.
Age/Weight requirements
Minimum age to meet requirements is 4 months of age. The weight of the pet and its carrier combined must not exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg).
Pet crate requirements
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
No pets can fly in or out of the United Kingdom.
Forms Required
Health certificates issued by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of travel and proof of rabies and other health vaccination certificates or EU Pet Passports. Pets must be microchipped. All documentation for destination country must be available at check in.
Check in
It is advised to check your pet in at least 2-3 hours prior to departure.
Cost
Domestic: 3000 DZD
International (France, Europe (except Russia and Turkey): 15000 DZD | €100
International (Dubai, Doha, Cairo, Moscow, Amman, Syria, Beirut, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Africa (direct flights),
Montreal, Beijing, Addis Ababa, Johannesburg, fares to/from Africa via Algiers): 24000 DZD | €150 | $160 USD
Air Algérie 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 to fly on Air Algérie as air cargo
Various animals.
Reservations
Contact the Air Algerie Cargo Facility to make reservations for your pet.
Age/Weight requirements
Age requirements will depend on destination country requirements. Maximum weight of a pet and its crate cannot exceed 70 lbs. (32 kg).
Pet crate requirements
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
No pets will be flown to or from the Unted Kingdom.
Forms Required
A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country.
Related: Regulations and forms required to import a pet to over 220 countries
Check in
Your pet will be checked in at the Air Algérie cargo facility which is located on airport grounds; however, with few exceptions, not at the airport terminal.
Cost
The cost is dependent on the size of the pet, weight of the pet and its crate and the route. An agent would be able to assist you with determining the cost.
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. Air Algérie 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 matter for pets flying in the cargo hold
Breeds Banned by Air Algérie
Air Algerie does not mention any banned breeds; however, owners of snub-nosed pets should contact the airline to confirm they will fly the breed.
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
The information published here is a guideline for Air Algérie 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
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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 Air Algérie pet policy.
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