Air Canada
Alaska
America West
American Airlines
Continental Airlines
Delta Airlines
Northwest Airlines
TWA
United Airlines
US Air Travelling On Air Canada
Carry-on in the cabin
Your cat's kennel or carrier needs to be 22.5 x 16 x 9 inches. If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
You caan check in your
cat as checked baggage all year except during peak travel times, including blackout periods. Cat Kennel Specifications
You cat kennel should have enough room for your cat to
be able to stand, turn around and lie down without being cramped. It must be leak proof, secure, with appropriate locks. Wire containers with/without wheels are not accepted.
You can rent kennels from Air Canada. For General Questions
For reservations call 1-800-776-3000 or customer relations 1-800-272-4088. To Top Travelling On Alaska Air
Carry-on in the cabin
Small cat may travel in the passenger cabins. You must reserve for
any cat traveling in the passenger cabin. The cat has to stay in the kennel or special bag at all times while onboard. The container has to be stowed under the seat during takeoff and while
landing. Cat Kennel Specifications
The carrierr must be small enough so it fits under the seat and should provide enough space for your cat to be able to turn
around and lie down comfortable. The bedding material must be absorbent to prevent leaks. Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air have cabin kennels for sale at most airports.
Rates
Rates for cats traveling in the passenger cabin, including connections to and from Horizon Air is $50 (USD) one way and $100 (USD) roundtrip. General
For reservations call 1-800-252-7522. or visit for more information. To Top Travelling On America West
Carry-on in the cabin
You can travel on America West with your cat in the passenger cabin in one piece of carry-on luggage. Animals will not be accepted as checked luggage or for international transport. Your cat
carry-on must be stored under the seat in front of you. Your kitty must remain in the container while on board the airplane. One pet container per passenger is allowed.
Exceptionsare litter kittens. You need to make reservations. Your cat must be confined in a container and is subject to inspection and approval by America West. You must make arrangements
and assume full responsibility for complying with any applicable laws, customs,and/or other governmental regulations and restrictions of the country/state or territory to which the animal is
being transported. If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
America West does not accept cats as cargo or checked baggage. If another airline mistakenly routes
an animal on America West, we will do our utmost to re-route the animal on another carrier as a courtesy to the passenger. If America West cannot re-route the animal, the airline that mis-routed
the animal will be notified of the error and the animal will be returned. Cat Kennel Specifications
Carriers must be provided by the you. They must be leak proof
and ventilated on at least two sides. Soft-sided containers designed for cat travel are accepted for transportation. Rates
For pets in the cabin the charge is $50
USD. The charge must be paid at an America West ticketing cpunter. To Top Travelling on American Airlines Carry-on in the cabin
Cats are permitted to travel in the cabin. One cat carrier is allowed per passenger. The carrier may contain two cats of the same species,
between 8 weeks and 6 months old, less than 20 pounds each, may move around in the carrier, and have adequate ventilation. If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
Cats are accepted for travel as baggage.
Cats must be at least eight weeks old prior to travel.
All cats must have proper health documentation prior to travel and a statement from a
licensed veterinarian.
Animal must be able to stand and turn around in a cargo kennel.
Carry-on carriers are sold by airline are 17 x 12 x 7. Carrier maximum 23 x 13 x 9.
Cargo
kennels range from 22 x 14 x 12 ($45) to 40 x 27 x 30 ($95). Maximum size, if you are providing the kennel , is 40 x 27 x 30. Soft-sided carry-ons must be constructed of
water-repellent, padded nylon with mesh ventilation on two or more sides. Hard-sided kennels must be constructed of wood, metal hard plastic or similar material. Leak proof and
escape proof, door must fasten securely, non-toxic absorbent bedding, ventilation on two sides, room to stand and turn around. Cargo kennels must be marked LIVE ANIMAL, on top and
two sides in large lettering, at least one inch high. Maximum weight of pet and kennel combined: 100 pounds. Rates
Fee for your pet to travel in cabin or as cargo is $50 each way.
For reservations, call 1-800-433-7300. To Top Traveling on Continental Airlines Carry-on in the cabin
Cats are permitted as either carry-on or checked luggage. No more than one in-cabin cat per passenger per kennel is permitted. Your cat
must be able to stand up and turn around comfortably in the kennel. The kennel must fit under the seat directly and in front of the passenger and should remain there during the flight. One cat
per container is allowed or two kittens, provided they are under 6 months of age and under 20 pounds each. If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
Cats are
permitted as checked luggage. No more than two live cats per container will be allowed per ticketed passenger. The total number of checked cats or kittens will be determined by the Continental
Airlines. Kennels or containers may be purchased from the airline and range in size from 17 x 12 x 8 ($30) to 40 x 27 x 30 ($90). Kennels must be leakproof, made of metal,
wood, polyethylene or fiberglass.. They must be well ventilated on at least two sides. Soft-sided containers are permitted for in cabin travel and may not exceed 21 x 16 x 8.
Charges
There is a fee of $50 per container for either carry-on or checked cats.
For reservations, call 1-800-525-0280 or for customer relations 1-800-932-2732. To Top
Traveling on Delta Airlines Carry-on in the cabin
You are allowed one cat per person. A total of twocats are
permitted in the cabin. Your cat must remain in a kennel or carryon bag at all times and fit under the seat in front of you.If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
Cats are permitted to travel in the cargo area and are classified as checked baggage. Cats must be able to stand in the kennel. A total of two kennels may be checked as baggage in cargo. Hard
kennels may have maximum dimensions of 17 x 12 x 8. Soft-sided ones may be as large as 17 x 10 x 10. Kennels are sold at the airline counter for $30 for soft-sided or $70 hard
ones. Cargo kennels may be as large as 110 inches and cost between $40 and $90. Cats must be able to sit, stand and comfortably change position during travel. A veterinarian
issued health certificate is required, within 10 days of travel. This document must indicate: the age of the pet, a statement that the pet is in good health, and a list of administered
inoculations. The cat must be at least eight weeks old. Cats between the ages of 8 weeks and 6 months and who weigh under 20 pounds each may share a kennel.
Charges
The charge for in cabin travel is $60, one way. The fee for travel in cargo is $50, one way.
Make advanced arrangements for your pet by calling 1-888-SEND-PET. To Top
Traveling on Northwest Airlines Carry-on in the cabin
Cats may travel as carry-on luggage
provided you are also a passenger on the flight. Your pet must be less than 40 pounds (with the kennel) and the kennel must fit comfortably under the seat.
If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
Cats are permitted to fly as checked luggage. The cat must be no more than 100 pounds and 90 inches long (including the kennel). Carry-on
kennels must be a maximum of 17 x 12.3 x 8. Both hard and soft-sided kennels are permitted. You can purchase them at Northwest, but supply is limited. Your kennel must be marked
LIVE ANIMAL in letters one inch high, THIS END UP, feeding instructions as well as a certificate stating that the pet has been offered food and water within four hours prior to drop-off. It is
advisable not to feed or offer water to your cat within two hours of departure. Your kennel must be sturdy, properly ventilated, and large enough for your cat to stand, sit,
turn around, and lie down in a normal position. Kennels made exclusively of wire are not permitted or those with wheels. The kennel must contain absorbent material. One pet is allowed per kennel
unless you are travelling with puppies or kittens younger than 6 months and less than 20 pounds each (in which case, you may put two in a kennel). You must obtain a health certificate issued by a
licensed veterinarian, within 10 days prior to travel. Sedatives are discouraged as they tend to be unpredictable. Pets must be at least 8 weeks of age. Weather Restrictions
When the weather temperature is forecast to be below 45 degrees F , you may only travel with your pet provided you have a letter of acclimation from your veterinarian stating that
your pet is accustomed to lower temperatures. There is no cat travel when the temperature goes below 10 degrees Fahrenheit or if it exceeds 85 degrees Fahrenheit at any point during
travel (including connections or destinations). Choose early morning or late evening flights to avoid weather extreme problems. Charges
There is a one-way charge of
$50 whether the pet travels as carry-on or checked luggage.
For reservations call 1-800-225-2525. To Top Travelling on TWA Carry-on in the cabin
Cats may travel in the cabin with you provided they can fit comfortably in a cabin kennel and fit under the
seat. You can carry-on one pet per passenger. If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
Cats are permitted to travel as cargo. Only two kennels per passenger and
the passenger must be on that flight. The maximum weight allowed for this type of travel is 100 pounds (this includes the weight of the kennel). Thecat must be at least eight weeks of age. The
passenger must be in possession of a valid veterinary health certificate that is valid 10 days prior to the date of departure. 30 days is allowed for return travel. Charges
Carry-on cats as well as cats checked as luggage are charged a one-way fee of $50.
For reservations call 1-800-221-2000. To Top Travelling on United Airlines Carry-on in the cabin
Cats may travel with you as cabin carriage, provided the cat is small
enough to fit in a kennel that is placed under the seat.. Your cat must remain in the kennel at all times during the flight. If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
Your cat may travel in the baggage area provided you are also a passenger on that flight. Your cats total weight with the kennel must be not more than 100 pounds. If the combined weight
is greater than 100 pounds, there is an additional fee of $25. The kennel must be large enough so that your cat can stand up, sit down, lie down and turn around easily.. The kennel must be sturdy
and properly ventilated, and have a secure lock. The kennel should be labeled LIVE ANIMAL (at least one inch in height). You must also certify the last time your pet was offered food and water
(preferably within 4 hours of flight). Label name and address as well as THIS END UP. Kennels should contain only one adult cat, or no more than two kittens younger than 6 months and less
than 20 pounds each. Kennel costs, if purchased at the airline, range from $40 to $80. They must be approved for air travel. A valid health certificate is required from a licensed
veterinarian within 10 days of travel. This must be presented at check in. Do not use sedatives, as their effects are unpredictable. Weather Restrictions
Cats should not travel during periods of extreme heat or cold. Consider itineraries which avoid midday travel in the summer (morning or evening are preferable). Weather below 45 degrees
Fahrenheit or above 85 degrees Fahrenheit may mean the pet will not be permitted to travel. This is determined by the airline. Charges
Carry-on cats and checked pets are subject to a $50 one way charge.
For advanced reservations call 1-800-241-6522. To Top Travelling on US Air
Carry-on in the cabin
Cats are permitted to travel on board provided the kennel fits under the seat.
If you are checking-in your luggage or cargo
Cats are permitted to travel as cargo provided the kennel is sufficient for the cat to sit in a natural position. Carry-on kennels must fit
under the seat with dimensions of 17 x 12 x 8. They cost approximately $35 to purchase from the airline. If you bring your own, it must be approved for air travel. Cargo kennels must have feeders
for water and food. Small kennels, 21 x 16 x 15, cost $45; Medium ones, 27 x 20 x 19, cost $55; Intermediate, 32 x 22 x 23, cost $65; Large, 36 x 24 x 26, cost $80. Charges
The charges for cat travel, whether in the cabin or in the cargo area, is $50 each way.
For reservations call 1-800-428-4322. To Top |
