All service dogs have the right to board planes free of charge. Learn about the process and the documents you need. Discover helpful tips if you are traveling with a normal pet as well.
If you're a dog parent, you've likely faced the dilemma of what to do with your furry friend when it's time to travel. We still...
This article was last updated on April 2, 2025, to reflect the latest developments in service dog air travel. Boarding a flight with your service...
While U.S. airlines no longer accept emotional support animals free of charge in a cabin as they do with psychiatric service dogs, a few international...
American Airlines handles service dogs a bit differently than other carriers. If you request special assistance when booking, a coordinator will actually contact you before your flight to help with arrangements. This optional support system, combined with their year-long Service [...]
Delta’s service dog policy lets your service dog into the airplane cabin free of charge. That includes service dogs for physical disabilities as well as psychiatric service dogs. Service dog owners have this legal right thanks to the Air Carrier Access Act, which applies to all f [...]
Here's a quick summary of what to know if you're flying with your service dog on United Airlines: Only trained service dogs are allowed (no emotional support animals) Limit of two service dogs per passenger You'll need to submit a DOT Service Animal Form 48 hours before flying Yo [...]
This article was last updated on April 9th, 2025. Here’s a quick summary of what to know if you’re flying with your service dog on Frontier Airlines: Only trained service dogs are allowed (no emotional support animals) Limit of two service dogs per passenger You'll need to [...]
Many airlines will allow your pet to board the cabin with you, but usually only very small pets and for an additional fee. Airlines also give the option for pets to travel in cargo which many pet owners understandably would not consider doing.
Unfortunately emotional support animals no longer have the right to board the cabin of planes free of charge. ESAs are treated as normal pets under airline policies.
Yes! All service dogs still have the right to accompany their handlers in the cabin of airplanes, free of charge. In order to fly with a service dog, the handler will need to submit the DOT’s Service Animal Air Transportation Form to the airline.