Airports are increasingly becoming more pet-friendly, from waiting areas to the aircraft cabin

Friday, Feb 13, 2026

Il Sole 24 Ore

Italian airports expand pet areas; ENAC tests cabin transport for dogs up to 30kg.

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Pet-friendly facilities are expanding at Italian airports, with new dedicated areas like those at Cagliari Elmas offering amenities such as play areas, water fountains, and grooming services for traveling pets. Furthermore, Italy is piloting a system allowing medium to large dogs up to 30 kilograms to travel in the cabin on domestic flights, following guidelines established by ENAC, though this remains subject to operational procedures and limitations. In contrast, Spain’s approach is more fragmented; while national laws promote pet access, specific facilities are managed by individual airport operators like Aena. Major Spanish hubs feature dedicated outdoor areas for pets, and airlines generally permit in-cabin travel up to about 8 kilograms, with larger animals requiring cargo transport under strict regulations.

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