You will have to give prior information about the pet you want to add. Only dogs and cats are permitted in the cabin and hold. Exotic pets may be transported by cargo. Breeds which are brachycephalic or snub-nosed are not accepted in hold. Snub-nosed breeds of cats and dogs may be transported by cargo or cabin only. Here are the key steps to be followed to add KLM pet cargo international.

• Before adding a pet you will have to book your own ticket.
• Retrieve your booking summary on MyTrip to add a pet up to 48 hours before departure.
• Make the necessary preparations like arranging for a pet carrier and documents.
• On the day of departure arrive at least 2 hours before check-in cut-off.
• Pay the charges at the check-in counter.

KLM will not accept a pet in hold if the aircraft being used for flight are Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-10, and Airbus A321neo. You will have to transport the pet by cargo if the aircraft on your itinerary is one of these. Air1Network may be reached on +1-844-414-9223 for details or assistance. Our blog will take you through the process of adding a pet on KLM.

How do I get my pet on a KLM flight?

In a way, the pet carrier will be the home for your pet on KLM flight. Make sure you get the right one. The size allowed in cabin is smaller than hold. You must not forget to make the pet familiar with the pet carrier a day before travel. We have prepared the table below to give you clarity on KLM Airlines pet cargo policy.             

Since space for pets is limited in cabin, KLM recommends that you make the booking as soon as you purchase your flight. A temporary booking may help if you want to be with your pet in cabin. To make a temporary booking, you may call the contact center. Air1Network or KLM may be reached on +1-844-414-9223 or +1-800-618-0104 for details.

Can I bring my pet in the cabin of KLM flight?

Yes, you may bring your pet in cabin of KLM flight. But if there are restrictions on cabin pets, your pet will have to enter as KLM Airlines pet cargo. The restrictions are route-specific with UK not allowing pets in cabin or hold. Permission to pets in cabin is given on conditions. Take a look at them.

• The pet must remain in the carrier throughout the flight - Size of the carrier should allow free movement.
• The pet must not occupy the seat - You may keep the carrier on your lap in a few phases of flight.
• Pets are not allowed in Business - Except on routes within Europe, you can’t bring pets in Business.

Is KLM cargo travel recommended for pets?

When the transfer time at connecting airport is 3 or more hours, KLM may not accept the pet in hold. If you have a stopover in Paris for over 4 hours, you will have to claim the pet and recheck KLM pet cargo international in the hold of connecting flight. Take a look at pros and cons of cargo travel.

• If your itinerary is complicated cargo travel is recommended - When you have connecting flights or stopovers pets must be booked by cargo.
• Only cargo travel allowed for snub-nosed breeds - Travel in hold for snub-nosed breeds is restricted.
• If your itinerary involves destinations with temperatures over 44 degree centigrades - Cargo terminals have better temperature-control measures.

How much is KLM pet fee?

The exact KLM pet cargo cost you will pay for your pet will depend on the route. You will be advised about the charges when you make the booking on MyTrip. The maximum is Euro 500 and minimum is Euro 70 per flight. Charges must be paid on the day of travel. Besides charges you will have to submit the valid documents. Take a look at the documents required under KLM pet travel policy.

• Get a clearance from CDC for your dog - Import of dogs in US will require you to fill up and submit a dog import form.
• Completion of dog import form up to 15 days before travel - For dogs between 6 months and 1 year old traveling to US, you’ll have to complete the form at least 15 days before the day of travel.
• Health certificate - Get your pet examined by a veterinarian within 10 days of travel.

At present, a ban has been imposed on pets traveling to UK. Pets in cabin or animals in hold are not permitted on flights to UK. However, they may be allowed on routes from UK to other countries. For details or assistance you may contact Air1Network or KLM on +1-844-414-9223 or +1-800-618-0104.