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Air Canada
  • Restrictions on travel in baggage compartment between November 1 and March 31, or any time the outside temperature is below 32 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Cats and dogs only in cabin
  • Requests to travel with animals must be made at time of booking
  • Some international restrictions
  • North American fee: $65 Canadian one-way
  • International fee: Twice the excess baggage fee, except in France

Requirements: Unaccompanied pets must be shipped by a licensed and approved pet transportation company. You must request space for your animal when making your reservation and give pet carrier dimensions to the booking agent; pets must be placed in hard-sided carriers; pet carrier wheels must be removed prior to the flight.

Pets are not allowed on CL65 and BAe146 aircraft between November 1 and March 31, or any time the outside temperature is below zero celsius.

In-Cabin Kennel Size: 9" x 15 1/2" x 22 1/2"

Requirements: Must have a current health certificate and reserve kennel space, (transported in the back of the plane)

American Airlines

  • Pet acceptance not guaranteed until the animal is presented to airline personnel
  • Animals accepted two to four hours before departure, with some exception
  • Cabin and Cargo Fees: $75 one way
  • In-Cabin Kennel Size: 23" long x 9" high

Requirements: Pets that do not fit under the seat can travel as cargo between May 15 and September 15. A pet cannot travel if it is less than 45 degrees, unless your veterinarian provides a written document stating your pet can acclimate to colder temperatures. Unaccompanied pets must be shipped by a licensed and approved pet transportation company.

Midway Airlines

  • Pets not accepted as checked baggage or cargo from July 1, 2001 until August 31, 2001
  • In-cabin pet travel allowed
  • Charge for in-cabin travel: full passenger fare
  • Charge for cargo/baggage travel: $75 - $175, plus applicable taxes and fees