Small dogs in the cabin (≤ 10 kg) and larger dogs in the hold (≤ 32 kg) on direct routes — but pets can't fly Malta–UK except London Heathrow into Malta.
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⚖️ Where does your dog travel?
Cabin≤ 10 kg
Hold≤ 32 kg
Cargo> 32 kg
Weight includes the carrier or kennel.
🐾 Cabin (PETC)Allowed
Dogs & cats up to 10 kg incl. a soft carrier (40 × 34 × 18 cm) under the seat. Min. 15 weeks old, 5 pets per flight. Book online or via +356 2135 6000.
€85 each way
🧳 Checked baggage (AVIH)Allowed
Dogs & cats up to 32 kg incl. an IATA crate (max height 100 cm) in the hold. Register at least 5 working days ahead; 2 pets per sector.
€90–160 + €10 admin
✈️ CargoVia agent
For pets that don't qualify for cabin or checked baggage. Booked through the KM Malta Cargo department; drop-off/pick-up at the cargo centre. Max crate height 110 cm.
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💶 Fares
Cabin (PETC) ≤ 10 kg
€85
AVIH small (1–10 kg)
€90
AVIH medium (11–20 kg)
€125
AVIH large (21–32 kg)
€160
AVIH admin fee
€10
Assistance dog
Free
EUR, per carrier and each way, non-refundable. Pets are charged for the full pet + crate weight, outside the baggage allowance. ✓ Official source
⚠️ Key restrictions
🇬🇧 UK routes
No cabin / checkedCargo only
On Malta–UK routes pets must travel as cargo; PETC and AVIH are not available — except from London Heathrow into Malta, where cabin and checked baggage are allowed.
🐶 Breed & destination rules
Depends on destination
Some dog breeds are restricted or prohibited by the destination country's import rules. Pets can't transit through Malta. KM Malta isn't liable if a pet is refused entry.
🌡️ Temperature & hold
Temperature limits: not disclosedHeat embargo: on high loads
KM Malta publishes no hold-temperature limits, but notes that on high-load flights pets may be embargoed and refused — you're told at booking.
Recognised assistance & guide dogs travel free in the cabin, with their supplies, beyond the baggage allowance.
📄 Documents
A vet must examine the pet within 3 days of travel (2 days to Turkey) and confirm fitness in the pet passport's clinical section.
ℹ️ Good to know
🏢 Check-in at the airportPet passengers must check in at the airport desk (not online), at least 2 hours before departure.
🐕 Direct routes onlyPets are accepted on KM Malta's own direct routes only, and can't transit through Malta onto another flight.
📞 How to bookAdd a cabin pet online at booking; for checked baggage (AVIH) fill the form and register at least 5 working days ahead, or call +356 2135 6000.
Flying with a dog on KM Malta Airlines: common questions
Does KM Malta Airlines carry dogs in the hold?
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Cargo — Via agent. For pets that don't qualify for cabin or checked baggage. Booked through the KM Malta Cargo department; drop-off/pick-up at the cargo centre. Max crate height 110 cm.
Does KM Malta Airlines suspend dog transport in hot weather?
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KM Malta publishes no hold-temperature limits, but notes that on high-load flights pets may be embargoed and refused — you're told at booking.
Are assistance dogs accepted on KM Malta Airlines?
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KM Malta Airlines — In the cabin. Recognised assistance & guide dogs travel free in the cabin, with their supplies, beyond the baggage allowance.
Answers drawn from KM Malta Airlines's published conditions, last verified 18 July 2026. Airline conditions are commercial and can change — confirm at booking.
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