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United Pet Policy

United Airlines offers a comprehensive pet travel policy for passengers wishing to bring their furry companions aboard. For travelers making United Flight reservations with pets, United Airlines offers an in-cabin option for small dogs and cats for a $125 fee.

What is the in-cabin pet travel policy?

United Airlines allows small pets (such as dogs, cats, and rabbits) to travel in the cabin on most flights. Pets must be in an approved carrier that fits under the seat in front of you. The combined weight of the pet and the carrier should be at most 15 pounds (7 kg). You can bring one pet per carrier; a $125 pet fee applies each way. Booking pet travel in advance through United Reservations is essential, as there are limited spaces available for pets in the cabin.

What is the checked pet travel policy?

For larger pets that cannot fit in a cabin carrier, United offers the option of checked pet travel. Pets traveling as checked baggage must be transported in an approved kennel and meet specific size and weight requirements. They are placed in the cargo hold, where temperature and pressure are controlled for safety. Depending on the size and destination, fees for checked pet travel may vary.

International pet travel

If you're making international flight reservations with United, check country-specific regulations regarding pet importation. Some destinations may require health certificates, vaccinations, or quarantine.

Visit the United Airlines pet travel page for more detailed information on pet travel, including flight booking and available options.

FAQs

Yes, you can bring your pet on most United Airlines flights. In-cabin pets are allowed if they meet the size and weight limits, and larger pets can travel as checked baggage or cargo. You must reserve a space for your pet in advance through United Reservations.

For in-cabin pet travel, your pet must be in an approved carrier that fits under the seat in front of you. The carrier size limit is 17.5 x 11 x 7.5 inches, and the combined weight of the pet and carrier should not exceed 15 pounds (7 kg).

You can add your pet to your United flight reservations by calling United Reservations or booking online and selecting the pet travel option during the booking process. It's essential to do this in advance, as spaces for pets are limited.

The fee for bringing a pet on board in-cabin is $125 per pet each way. The cost for traveling as checked baggage or cargo is based on the pet's size, weight, and destination.

When booking international flight reservations with United Airlines, there may be country-specific requirements, such as health certificates, vaccinations, and quarantine periods. Be sure to check the destination country's regulations before booking.