Monaco being gently held in a private room during TSA security screening at LAX airport with Cabin Companions
July 16, 2026

Flying Two Cats to Spain: Monaco & Luna’s Journey from Los Angeles to Barcelona

When Monaco and Luna’s family prepared to relocate from California to Spain, they wanted experienced professionals to help guide their cats through an international journey spanning multiple flights, airport transfers, customs, and finally, home delivery in Barcelona.

From check-in at Los Angeles International Airport to their arrival at their new home in Spain, two Cabin Companions escorts remained with Monaco and Luna every step of the way.

Despite the long travel day, both cats handled the journey beautifully—and are now happily settling into their new life in Barcelona.

Journey Snapshot

  • Route: Los Angeles, California → Seattle, Washington → Barcelona, Spain
  • Service: International in-cabin cat travel
  • Pets: Monaco & Luna
  • Distance Traveled: ~6,300 miles (10,140 km)
  • Special Considerations: International travel, flight connection, customs clearance, home delivery, veterinarian-approved travel medication

A Calm Start at LAX

International pet travel begins long before boarding.

At Los Angeles International Airport, we met up with Monaco and Luna’s pet parents who were traveling the same day but on a different airline. We checked in smoothly before heading through TSA. Both cats handled the security screening exceptionally well, helped by a patient TSA officer who happened to be a cat lover.

With security behind us, we had time to settle into the Delta Sky Club, where both cats could relax quietly before their first flight.

Veterinarian-approved medication helped make the experience more comfortable, allowing both cats to remain calm as the long day of travel began.

Two Very Different Travelers

Like many siblings, Monaco and Luna had very different personalities.

Monaco quickly settled into travel life and was one of the easiest cats we’ve ever escorted. He remained relaxed throughout the flights, rested comfortably in his carrier, and handled each stage of the journey with remarkable confidence.

Luna had more to say.

She spent much of the trip announcing her opinions with an impressive collection of meows, but despite being wonderfully vocal, she remained calm, comfortable, and cooperative from beginning to end. Between flights, both cats relaxed in the Delta Sky Club before continuing their journey across the Atlantic.

Luna the cat awaiting the return of her carrier during TSA inspection with Cabin Companions

Luna is safely escorted through TSA in a private screening room at Los Angeles International Airport. Private screenings allow cats to be removed from their carriers in a secure, enclosed space, reducing stress while preventing any risk of escape before continuing their international journey.

Monaco the cat peeks out of his carrier during a layover in Seattle with Cabin Companions

Monaco quietly watches the activity at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport during his layover. Calm and curious throughout the trip, he handled each airport, flight, and connection like an experienced traveler.

Arriving in Spain

After landing in Barcelona, we guided Monaco and Luna through customs before completing the final leg of their journey with home delivery.

International travel involves far more than simply booking flights. Customs procedures, document verification, airport navigation, and safe transportation all have to come together seamlessly.

By the end of the trip, Monaco and Luna were safely reunited with their family and already beginning to explore their new home in Spain.

Why Professional International Pet Travel Matters

International pet travel involves multiple airports, customs inspections, airline regulations, and long travel days.

Cabin Companions provides:

* Experienced in-cabin escorts from departure through arrival
* Flight planning and international travel logistics
* Assistance navigating airline check-in and TSA
* Customs guidance and document coordination
* Home delivery after arrival
* Continuous monitoring and care throughout the journey

Whether you’re relocating permanently or moving abroad for work or family, we help make international pet travel safer, calmer, and far less stressful for everyone involved.

Planning to move your cat to Spain? Schedule a consultation with Cabin Companions to learn how we can help guide your pet safely from the United States to Europe.

Monaco laying in the sink in his new home in Barcelona, Spain after a journey with Cabin Companions

Monaco quickly made himself at home after arriving in Barcelona. Shortly after settling into his new surroundings, he claimed the bathroom sink for a well-earned nap—a sure sign that the long international journey was behind him.

Luna snoozing on the bathroom counter in her new Barcelona home after traveling with Cabin Companions

Luna relaxes in her family’s new home after arriving safely in Spain. After traveling more than 6,300 miles, she wasted no time finding a comfortable place to rest before beginning to explore her new life in Barcelona.