Delta Airlines welcomes pets on its domestic and international flights, but there are certain restrictions and requirements that must be met. For in-cabin travel, small dogs, cats, and household birds can travel as carry-on pets for a one-way fee. The pet must be able to fit comfortably in a soft-sided ventilated kennel that will fit under the seat in front of you. There are specific size restrictions and age requirements for pets traveling in the cabin. For larger pets or those traveling to certain destinations, pets may be transported as checked baggage or cargo.
Delta Cargo provides specialized care for pets, ensuring their safety and comfort during the flight. However, there are certain restrictions on pet travel to certain countries, and pets cannot be transported on flights with an average flight time of greater than 12 hours. Regardless of the travel method, all pets must meet health requirements and have the necessary documentation. Additionally, Delta provides a detailed Pet Travel Guide and a Live Animal Checklist to help ensure a smooth and stress-free travel experience for both pets and their owners.
Delta Air Lines permits you to bring your small pet along on your travels, either in the cabin as a carry-on or as checked baggage. Here’s how to take your pet on Delta Airlines.
Carryon Pets
- Pets allowed: Small dogs, cats, and household birds weighing 20 pounds or less (including the carrier) are permitted in the cabin.
- Fees: A one-way fee of $125 is required for carry-on pets.
- Requirements:
- Your pet must be at least 8 weeks old for domestic travel and 16 weeks old for international travel.
- Your pet must be able to fit comfortably in a soft-sided, ventilated carrier that fits under the seat in front of you. The maximum carrier dimensions are 18 inches long x 11 inches wide x 11 inches high.
- Your pet must remain inside the carrier with the door secured while in the Delta boarding area, during boarding and deplaning, while in a Delta Sky Club®, and while on board the aircraft.
- You may only bring one pet per carrier.
Checked Baggage Pets
- Pets allowed: Dogs and cats weighing 20 pounds or more (including the carrier) can travel as checked baggage.
- Fees: A one-way fee of $200 is required for checked baggage pets.
- Requirements:
- Your pet must be at least 8 weeks old.
- Your pet must be transported in a travel crate/container that complies with Container Requirement #1 in the current version of the International Air Transport Association Live Animals Regulations (IATA-LAR).
- Your pet must be acclimated to confinement. This is a process that can take several weeks or months.
- Your pet must have a health certificate deeming it medically fit for air travel via cargo from a USDA-accredited veterinarian or veterinary authority within 10 days of travel.
- You must book your pet as checked baggage at least 48 hours before your flight.
- You must drop off and pick up your pet at a Delta Cargo location, which is separate from passenger check-in.
Additional Information
- Delta does not transport pets to or from certain countries or regions.
- Service animals are permitted to travel in the cabin at no charge.
- For more information on pet travel with Delta Airlines, please visit their website.
FAQs
What types of pets can I bring on Delta Airlines?
Delta Airlines allows small dogs, cats, and household birds to travel in the cabin or as checked baggage. Other types of pets, such as reptiles, amphibians, and rodents, are not permitted.
What is the fee for bringing my pet on Delta Airlines?
The fee for bringing a pet in the cabin is $125 per one-way trip. The fee for bringing a pet as checked baggage varies depending on the destination and the size of the kennel.
What are the requirements for bringing my pet in the cabin?
Your pet must be at least 8 weeks old for domestic travel and 16 weeks old for international travel. Your pet must be able to fit comfortably in a soft-sided ventilated pet kennel that will go underneath the seat directly in front of you. The maximum dimensions of the kennel are 18″ x 11″ x 11″. Your pet must remain inside the kennel with the door secured at all times while in the Delta boarding area, during boarding and deplaning, while in a Delta Sky Club®, and while on board the aircraft.
What are the requirements for bringing my pet as checked baggage?
Your pet must be transported in a travel crate/container that complies with Container Requirement #1 in the current version of the International Air Transport Association Live Animals Regulations (IATA-LAR). Your pet must have a health certificate deeming it medically fit for air travel via cargo from a USDA-accredited veterinarian or veterinary authority within 10 days of travel. You must book your pet as checked baggage at least 48 hours before departure. International Pet Travel
What are the additional requirements for bringing my pet internationally?
In addition to the general requirements, you will also need to comply with the specific pet travel regulations of the country you are traveling to. These regulations may vary and may include additional paperwork, vaccinations, and quarantine requirements.
How do I find out the pet travel regulations for my destination country?
You can contact the embassy or consulate of the destination country to determine pet travel regulations. You can also check the websites of the following organizations.