Can I take my pet with me on a plane?

For some enthusiasts, traveling without their furry friend seems beyond belief, so several Airlines have become pet-friendly and allow pets to travel to domestic and international destinations if your pet meets specific eligibility requirements. However, the Pet policy of all airlines is not the same, as they follow different rules and regulations depending on the type of pet, pet size, age, and more. Each airline has regulations, but there are a few similar pet rules. Some Prominent Airlines that welcome Pets onboard are Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, United, and more. To learn more, let's check the complete blog post.

Terms and Conditions of Airline Pet Policy:

Traveling to your dreamy destination, especially with your pet, is fun, but for hassle-free boarding, you should follow a few basic rules discussed below.

• Some Airlines allow pets on board, but they must be a small cat or dog, and the pet must be at least 4 months old.
• To avoid hassle when flying with a pet in the cabin, passengers should ensure their carry-on pet meets the size, age, and international destination requirements.
• Airline Pet Policy allows service dogs in the Cabin for free only when they meet the specific eligibility criteria.
• Passengers can travel with their pet on flights that are not more than 12 hours by paying the pet carry-on fee. 
• For a hassle-free journey, the owner should ensure the pet stays in the canister throughout the flight. 
• The airline does accept checked pets only for active-duty military personnel; however, once they meet the destination requirements, only up to two pets can be checked in on one flight.
• Pet owners should consider booking their pets in advance. The aircraft have limited space, so they follow a first-come, first-served policy for pet transfers.
• You should ensure that the pet can easily fit under the carrier. Its height should not exceed 22 inches, Length 44 inches, and Width 30 cm. 

How can I book my pet on a flight?

Before booking a pet on a flight, passengers should always check the specific airline's Pet Policy to avoid last-minute hassle; therefore, you can book your pet online while making the booking or at the Airport by paying the additional pet fee.

• Go to the airline's official website and select the Book option.
• Enter the relevant details to search for available flights and add your pet as a passenger or traveler.
• After that, choose the suitable flight and enter the passenger’s details to confirm the booking.
• Then opt for the additional service option to submit your pet information. 

How much does an Airline charge for Pet travel?

Travelers should pay the Pet fee to fly with their pet, which can be paid at the Airport either through a card or other online payment methods, as per their choice. However, the Airline Pet fee may vary, subject to Cargo or Cabin services and the travel distance between the departure and arrival airports. Significantly, Airline charges for Pet travel range between $150 and $200. Airlines do not impose any additional pet fee for service dogs, whether they are flying in the cabin or cargo.