Delta Air Lines: flying with a dog
Small pets in the cabin for a fee; the hold is military-only and cargo is largely suspended.
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⚖️ Where does your dog travel?
Weight includes the carrier or kennel.
💶 Fares
| Cabin — US / Canada | $95–150 |
| Cabin — international | $200 |
| Hold — US military / State Dept | $200 / way |
| Service dog | Free |
USD. The cabin fee is $150 for tickets issued on/after 8 Apr 2025 ($95 before). ✓ Official source
⚠️ Key restrictions
🌡️ Temperature & hold
For checked/cargo pets, Delta won't accept animals above 80 °F (27 °C) or below 20 °F (−7 °C) at any ground point; a Certificate of Acclimation is needed between −7 °C and 7 °C.
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🗺️ Where Delta Air Lines flies with dogs
Flying with a dog on Delta Air Lines: common questions
Can my dog travel in the cabin on Delta Air Lines?
Delta Air Lines — Allowed. Small dogs, cats & household birds in a kennel that fits fully under the seat; not in Delta One/Business/Premium Select. Min 8 weeks (domestic). Fare: $95–200.
Does Delta Air Lines carry dogs in the hold?
Hold — Military only. Checked pets only for active US military & State Dept on transfer orders; not on flights over 12 h.
Does Delta Air Lines accept flat-faced (brachycephalic) breeds?
Delta Air Lines — Cabin possible · Hold/cargo forbidden. Snub-nosed dogs, cats & mixes aren't accepted as checked baggage or cargo: boxers, bulldogs (all), pugs (all), Boston terrier, Shih Tzu, Pekingese, chow chow, Cane Corso, mastiffs, and Persian/Himalayan/Exotic/British Shorthair/Burmese cats.
Does Delta Air Lines suspend dog transport in hot weather?
For checked/cargo pets, Delta won't accept animals above 80 °F (27 °C) or below 20 °F (−7 °C) at any ground point; a Certificate of Acclimation is needed between −7 °C and 7 °C.
Are assistance dogs accepted on Delta Air Lines?
Delta Air Lines — In the cabin. Trained service dogs fly free in the cabin (max 2, min 4 months); emotional-support animals aren't recognised.
Answers drawn from Delta Air Lines's published conditions, last verified 11 July 2026. Airline conditions are commercial and can change — confirm at booking.
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