What is a Flight Parent?

A Flight Parent is a volunteer who accompanies rescue animals on a flight from Cyprus (usually Larnaka Airport) to destinations in Europe. They escort the animals in the hold or cabin so shelters can rehome animals internationally at lower cost.

What is the difference between a Flight Parent and a Flight Escort?

See the full explanation at https://www.flightparent.com/flight-escort-or-flightparent/ — broadly, a Flight Escort accompanies animals professionally, while a Flight Parent is a volunteer traveller who takes animals along on a trip they are making anyway.

How many pets can travel on one ticket with Aegean Airlines?

Up to five dogs or cats can be added to one passenger ticket with Aegean Airlines and are handled as oversized luggage at the special Sperrgut counter.

What paperwork does my rescue animal need to fly?

Animals must have all necessary paperwork in place before travel, including an EU Pet Passport or Traces documentation where applicable. Your local vet can advise on the specific requirements for your animal's destination country.

What crate regulations apply for flying with pets?

Crates must be IATA airline-approved. New crate regulations apply at Gate 13, Larnaca Airport. Full details are available at the IATA website and on flightparent.com.

How can I donate to support stray cats in Cyprus?

Donations for stray cat food can be made via PayPal (info@flightparent.com), Revolut (+357 97682182 or revolut.me/manfreyof), or Bank of Cyprus QuickPay (+357 97682182). All donations go exclusively to cat food.

Frankfurt 09. May 2026 – Flightparent-Take me Home!

Some Spaces are available for Animals in Hold on Ticket Share Basis.
Escorted Flight from Larnaca to Frankfurt 09.May 2026
Flight Numbers:
Larnaca Athens A3901
Athens Frankfurt A3830
Depart 05.00
Arrive 10.15
Please contact for Details

When I stay overnight in Frankfurt I prefer prefer to stay at the Hotel Expo right next to the Konstablerwache U Bahn Station and at the end of the Zeil Shopping Street. There is also the Erzeugermarket with fresh Fruits and Vegetables right next door. I find it reasonable priced and good value for money. Check it out yourself

Pets will be checked in usually at Gate 13 next to Larnaca Airport. Please familiarize yourself with the new Crate Specs from IATA and Aegean and maybe other Airlines as well.
If I fly and the wrong Crates are supplied by the Shelter or Owner it is NOT my Responsibility and I might NOT be able to board and Money will be lost!
Note from AEGEAN!
Please be informed that IATA has issued new regulations regarding the acceptance of live animals in aircraft holds and passenger’s cabin. These regulations have also been adopted and incorporated by the airlines. For more information regarding the cage specifications on Aegean flights, please visit the website at https://en.aegeanair.com/travel-info/travelling-with-aegean/special-assistance/traveling-with-pet/. For live animals in aircraft holds, please refer to section “Special box/container for animals in aircraft hold”. For pets in cabin, please refer to section “Special box/container for pets in cabin & seating on board”.